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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Glen Oaks vs Windsor Terrace

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

Queens|Brooklyn

Glen Oaks

Queens

Windsor Terrace

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Glen Oaks has the lower median sale price at $360K vs $825K in Windsor Terrace.

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

Median Sale Price
$360K
$825K
Median Rent
$2K
$4K
Active Listings
19
41
Avg Days on Market
113 days
31.5 days
YoY Price Change
-18.2%
-54.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
15
11

Detailed Comparison

MetricGlen OaksWindsor Terrace
Median Sale Price$360,000$825,000
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op Price$300,000$837,250
Median Rent$2,112.5$3,897.5
Active Listings1941
Rental Inventory466
Days on Market11331.5
Price Cut Share13.3%4.9%
Monthly Sales Volume1511
YoY Price Change-18.2%-54.8%
YoY Rent Change0.0%+2.6%
YoY Inventory Change0.0%-18.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Glen Oaks moved -18.2% over the past year, compared to -54.8% in Windsor Terrace. Both markets have seen price softening, with Windsor Terrace declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Glen Oaks

Glen Oaks is an eastern Queens neighborhood of garden-apartment cooperative complexes and single-family homes along the Long Island border. The Glen Oaks Village co-op, one of the largest in the city, features mid-century brick buildings set on landscaped grounds. Bus service connects to the E train at Jamaica and the LIRR at Floral Park station.

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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

Glen Oaks

No subway data available

Windsor Terrace

No subway data available

Active Listings

Glen Oaks 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 Glen Oaks cheaper than Windsor Terrace?
Yes, Glen Oaks has a lower median sale price at $360,000 compared to $825,000 in Windsor Terrace 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, Glen Oaks or Windsor Terrace?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Glen Oaks or Windsor Terrace?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Glen Oaks 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 Glen Oaks 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 Glen Oaks 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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