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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Jackson Heights vs Throgs Neck

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

Queens|Bronx

Jackson Heights

Queens

Throgs Neck

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Jackson Heights has the lower median sale price at $415K vs $809K in Throgs Neck.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Jackson Heights, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 0 in Throgs Neck.

Median Sale Price
$415K
$809K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
201
13
Avg Days on Market
63.5 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
+32.6%
Monthly Sales Volume
29
10

Detailed Comparison

MetricJackson HeightsThrogs Neck
Median Sale Price$415,000$809,100
Median Condo Price$520,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$369,500$273,600
Median Rent$2,474.5$2,576
Active Listings20113
Rental Inventory10423
Days on Market63.50
Price Cut Share11.4%6.7%
Monthly Sales Volume2910
YoY Price Change0.0%+32.6%
YoY Rent Change+3.3%-4.6%
YoY Inventory Change-0.5%+18.2%
Subway Lines7 E F M RN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Jackson Heights moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to +32.6% in Throgs Neck. The +32.6% gain in Throgs Neck reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Jackson Heights

Jackson Heights is a landmarked planned community originally built in the early 1900s, featuring prewar garden cooperatives with interior courtyards that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Approximately 80% of the housing stock consists of co-ops, with the remainder split among attached single-family homes, multi-family row houses, and detached residences, all served by the 7, E, F, M, and R trains at the Roosevelt Avenue hub. Travers Park provides green space, and the commercial corridors along Roosevelt Avenue and 37th Avenue anchor the neighborhood's retail activity.

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Throgs Neck

Throgs Neck is a waterfront Bronx neighborhood of single-family brick homes, two-family houses, and low-rise apartment buildings on a peninsula between the East River and Long Island Sound. The neighborhood is connected by bus to the 6 train at Pelham Bay Park, and the Throgs Neck Bridge provides direct highway access to Long Island. Throgs Neck Park and the SUNY Maritime College campus line the waterfront.

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Transit Access

Jackson Heights

7EFMR

Jackson Heights (7 E F M R) — 0.7 mi

Throgs Neck

No subway data available

Active Listings

Jackson Heights for sale

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Throgs Neck 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 Jackson Heights cheaper than Throgs Neck?
Yes, Jackson Heights has a lower median sale price at $415,000 compared to $809,100 in Throgs Neck 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, Jackson Heights or Throgs Neck?
Jackson Heights has access to 5 subway lines and Throgs Neck has 0, making Jackson Heights the stronger option for transit access. Throgs Neck has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Jackson Heights or Throgs Neck?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Jackson Heights and Throgs Neck 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 Jackson Heights or Throgs Neck?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Jackson Heights and Throgs Neck 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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