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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Bellerose vs Williamsburg

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

Queens|Brooklyn

Bellerose

Queens

Williamsburg

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Bellerose has the lower median sale price at $800K vs $1.1M in Williamsburg.

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

Median Sale Price
$800K
$1.1M
Median Rent
$2K
$5K
Active Listings
17
247
Avg Days on Market
0 days
45.5 days
YoY Price Change
+8.1%
-26.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
7
35

Detailed Comparison

MetricBelleroseWilliamsburg
Median Sale Price$800,000$1,110,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,067,500
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$1,724.5$4,725
Active Listings17247
Rental Inventory41448
Days on Market045.5
Price Cut Share5.9%7.3%
Monthly Sales Volume735
YoY Price Change+8.1%-26.0%
YoY Rent Change0.0%+5.0%
YoY Inventory Change+142.9%+7.4%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Bellerose moved +8.1% over the past year, compared to -26.0% in Williamsburg. Bellerose is seeing price appreciation while Williamsburg has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Bellerose

Bellerose is a low-density residential neighborhood at the eastern edge of Queens along the Nassau County border, characterized by detached single-family homes in Tudor Revival, Colonial, and Cape Cod styles with slate roofs and decorative brickwork. The Long Island Rail Road station on the Hempstead Branch provides direct commuter access to Penn Station. Alley Pond Park, covering 635 acres, offers a nature center and adventure course nearby.

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Williamsburg

Williamsburg is the global face of Brooklyn's cultural and residential renaissance. Defined by its stunning waterfront parks and the iconic L-train connection to Manhattan, the neighborhood offers a high-energy lifestyle. The real estate market is dominated by sleek, glass-walled luxury condominiums along the East River, alongside historic warehouse conversions and boutique new developments that cater to a wide range of buyers and renters.

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Transit Access

Bellerose

No subway data available

Williamsburg

No subway data available

Active Listings

Bellerose for sale

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Williamsburg 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 Bellerose cheaper than Williamsburg?
Yes, Bellerose has a lower median sale price at $800,000 compared to $1,110,000 in Williamsburg 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, Bellerose or Williamsburg?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Bellerose or Williamsburg?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Bellerose and Williamsburg 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 Bellerose or Williamsburg?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Bellerose and Williamsburg 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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