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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Midtown South vs Sunset Park

Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.

Manhattan|Brooklyn

Midtown South

Manhattan

Sunset Park

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Midtown South has the lower median sale price at $850K vs $1.3M in Sunset Park.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find Midtown South offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.

Commuters have more transit options in Midtown South, which is served by 16 subway lines compared to 0 in Sunset Park.

Median Sale Price
$850K
$1.3M
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
69
60
Avg Days on Market
48 days
63 days
YoY Price Change
+0.2%
-1.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
4
14

Detailed Comparison

MetricMidtown SouthSunset Park
Median Sale Price$850,000$1,307,500
Median Condo Price$2,760,000$519,307
Median Co-op Price$610,000$553,550
Median Rent$5,100$2,800
Active Listings6960
Rental Inventory208105
Days on Market4863
Price Cut Share8.7%10.0%
Monthly Sales Volume414
YoY Price Change+0.2%-1.1%
YoY Rent Change+5.2%+5.7%
YoY Inventory Change+4.5%0.0%
Subway Lines1 2 3 7 A B C D E F M N Q R S WN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Midtown South moved +0.2% over the past year, compared to -1.1% in Sunset Park. Midtown South is seeing price appreciation while Sunset Park has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Midtown South

Midtown South encompasses the blocks around the Flatiron Building and Madison Square Park, featuring converted loft-style condos, Beaux-Arts co-ops, and Art Deco apartment buildings alongside new residential towers. The R and W trains at 23rd Street, the 6 train on Park Avenue South, and the F and M trains on Sixth Avenue provide extensive subway coverage.

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Sunset Park

Sunset Park features four landmarked historic districts of Italianate, Neo-Grec, and Romanesque Revival brick and brownstone rowhouses climbing the hillside between Fourth and Eighth Avenues in western Brooklyn. The namesake hilltop park offers panoramic Manhattan skyline views and a 1936 neoclassical public pool, while the commercial corridors along Fifth Avenue and Eighth Avenue anchor the neighborhood. The D train at Ninth Avenue, N/R at 36th-45th-53rd Streets provide multiple subway connections to Manhattan.

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Transit Access

Midtown South

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34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.3 mi

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.5 mi

42 St-Port Authority (A C E) — 0.7 mi

Times Sq-42 St (1 2 3 7 N Q R S W) — 0.7 mi

Sunset Park

No subway data available

Active Listings

Midtown South for sale

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Sunset Park for sale

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Listing data is derived in whole or in part from the RLS at REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York) Internet Data Exchange (IDX) database. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Milton Coste | Keller Williams NYC are marked with the RLS logo. The information provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated: 1/1/1970.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Midtown South cheaper than Sunset Park?
Yes, Midtown South has a lower median sale price at $850,000 compared to $1,307,500 in Sunset Park as of the most recent market data. Co-op and condo prices within each neighborhood can vary significantly, so the right fit depends on property type and building.
Which has better transit, Midtown South or Sunset Park?
Midtown South has access to 16 subway lines and Sunset Park has 0, making Midtown South the stronger option for transit access. Sunset Park has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Midtown South or Sunset Park?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Midtown South and Sunset Park both offer a mix of apartment and multi-room units in co-ops, condos, and townhouses. Larger 3- and 4-bedroom units, including townhouses and multi-family properties, tend to be more available in lower-density areas. Reviewing active listings filtered by bedroom count is the most reliable way to see what each neighborhood currently offers for larger households. A licensed broker can pull current inventory by bedroom count across both areas for a direct comparison.
Should I buy in Midtown South or Sunset Park?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Midtown South and Sunset Park gives you the clearest picture of what your budget gets in each location. Request a free CMA from Milton Coste to get a side-by-side breakdown of current opportunities.

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