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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Crown Heights vs Windsor Terrace

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

Brooklyn|Brooklyn

Crown Heights

Brooklyn

Windsor Terrace

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Windsor Terrace has the lower median sale price at $825K vs $1.3M in Crown Heights.

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

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$825K
Median Rent
$3K
$4K
Active Listings
157
41
Avg Days on Market
48.5 days
31.5 days
YoY Price Change
+3.4%
-54.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
18
11

Detailed Comparison

MetricCrown HeightsWindsor Terrace
Median Sale Price$1,280,000$825,000
Median Condo Price$1,087,500N/A
Median Co-op Price$611,000$837,250
Median Rent$3,495$3,897.5
Active Listings15741
Rental Inventory94566
Days on Market48.531.5
Price Cut Share5.7%4.9%
Monthly Sales Volume1811
YoY Price Change+3.4%-54.8%
YoY Rent Change+5.9%+2.6%
YoY Inventory Change+51.0%-18.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Crown Heights moved +3.4% over the past year, compared to -54.8% in Windsor Terrace. Crown Heights is seeing price appreciation while Windsor Terrace has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Crown Heights

Crown Heights is a dynamic and architecturally rich neighborhood in central Brooklyn. Famous for its grand boulevards and impressive collection of pre-war apartment buildings and brownstones, the area offers a sense of scale and history. Residents enjoy proximity to the Brooklyn Museum, the Botanic Garden, and a active restaurant scene along Franklin and Nostrand Avenues, making it a popular choice for those seeking space and culture.

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Windsor Terrace

Windsor Terrace borders Prospect Park on three sides and Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, creating a compact residential neighborhood of brick and limestone rowhouses, Victorian-era wood-frame homes, and prewar apartment buildings along Prospect Avenue, Seeley Street, and Vanderbilt Street. The F and G trains stop at 15th Street-Prospect Park and Fort Hamilton Parkway, providing connections to Downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan. Prospect Park's Parade Ground, the city's oldest recreational facility, sits at the neighborhood's southeastern edge.

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Transit Access

Crown Heights

No subway data available

Windsor Terrace

No subway data available

Active Listings

Crown Heights for sale

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Windsor Terrace 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 Crown Heights cheaper than Windsor Terrace?
Windsor Terrace is more affordable, with a median sale price of $825,000 vs $1,280,000 in Crown Heights. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Crown Heights or Windsor Terrace?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Crown Heights or Windsor Terrace?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Crown Heights and Windsor Terrace 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 Crown Heights or Windsor Terrace?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Crown Heights and Windsor Terrace 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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