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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Downtown Brooklyn vs Washington Heights

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

Brooklyn|Manhattan

Downtown Brooklyn

Brooklyn

Washington Heights

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$448K
Median Rent
$4K
$3K
Active Listings
108
169
Avg Days on Market
69 days
104 days
YoY Price Change
+184.1%
+7.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
13
14

Detailed Comparison

MetricDowntown BrooklynWashington Heights
Median Sale Price$1,115,000$447,800
Median Condo Price$1,395,000$400,000
Median Co-op Price$570,000$467,800
Median Rent$4,475$2,800
Active Listings108169
Rental Inventory679388
Days on Market69104
Price Cut Share13.0%14.2%
Monthly Sales Volume1314
YoY Price Change+184.1%+7.9%
YoY Rent Change-0.3%+5.2%
YoY Inventory Change+33.3%+18.2%
Subway Lines2 3 4 5 A C F R1 A C

Neighborhood Profiles

Downtown Brooklyn

Downtown Brooklyn has transformed into a premier residential destination, characterized by its soaring skyline and unparalleled connectivity. As the borough's central business district, it offers a high-energy lifestyle with immediate access to the Barclays Center, City Point, and nearly every major subway line. The real estate market is dominated by ultra-modern luxury glass towers that offer world-class amenities and breathtaking views of Brooklyn and Manhattan.

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Washington Heights

Washington Heights is a vibrant, transit-connected neighborhood known for its dramatic topography and stunning views of the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge. Home to the Cloisters and Fort Tryon Park, the area offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty. The real estate market is characterized by large, pre-war cooperatives that offer significant space for the price, making it a popular choice for those seeking value and community.

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Transit Access

Downtown Brooklyn

2345ACFR

Court St (R) — 0.1 mi

Borough Hall (2 3 4 5) — 0.1 mi

Jay St-MetroTech (A C F R) — 0.2 mi

Clark St (2 3) — 0.3 mi

High St (A C) — 0.4 mi

Washington Heights

1AC

181 St (1 A) — 0.4 mi

175 St (A) — 0.4 mi

168 St (1 A C) — 0.5 mi

163 St-Amsterdam Av (C) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

Downtown Brooklyn for sale

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