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Selling Your Home in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn

Current market data from 497 recorded property transactions in Bay Ridge. Every number on this page comes from NYC Department of Finance public records — not estimates, not algorithms, not listing data. This is what actually sold.

Market Data

Home Prices in Bay Ridge

Co-op Apartments
$352,484
median · 204 sales
Single-Family Homes
$1.3M
median · 102 sales
Condominiums
$855,525
median · 38 sales
Two-Family Homes
$1.4M
median · 109 sales
Three-Family Homes
$1.5M
median · 18 sales
Total Sales
497
past 12 months
Price Per Sq Ft
$660
median

Quarterly Trends by Property Type

Co-op Apartments
Q2 2025
$375,000
53 sales
Q3 2025
$350,000
56 sales
▼ -6.7%
Q4 2025
$370,000
50 sales
▲ +5.7%
Q1 2026
$317,500
30 sales
▼ -14.2%
Single-Family Homes
Q2 2025
$1.2M
22 sales
Q3 2025
$1.2M
23 sales
▲ +0.5%
Q4 2025
$1.3M
25 sales
▲ +3.0%
Q1 2026
$1.5M
22 sales
▲ +20.0%
Condominiums
Q2 2025
$760,000
9 sales
Q3 2025
$831,647
8 sales
▲ +9.4%
Q4 2025
$817,500
6 sales
▼ -1.7%
Q1 2026
$999,000
9 sales
▲ +22.2%
Two-Family Homes
Q2 2025
$1.4M
21 sales
Q3 2025
$1.4M
29 sales
▲ +2.7%
Q4 2025
$1.4M
29 sales
▼ -1.4%
Q1 2026
$1.6M
17 sales
▲ +15.2%
Three-Family Homes
Q2 2025
$1.3M
9 sales
Q3 2025
$1.5M
1 sale
▲ +17.7%
Q4 2025
$1.3M
5 sales
▼ -15.0%
Q1 2026
$1.8M
2 sales
▲ +35.8%
📊 Why this data is more reliable than other sites

The numbers on this page come from the NYC Department of Finance public records — every legally recorded property sale in Bay Ridge, not just MLS-listed transactions. Sites like Zillow and StreetEasy only capture listings that go through their platforms, missing FSBO sales, off-market deals, and transfers that never hit the MLS. This dataset includes all of them.

We also remove bulk portfolio transfers, nominal sales, and non-arms-length transactions that would distort median prices — cleaning that most data sources don't do. The result is a more accurate picture of what individual homes are actually selling for in your market.

Data source: NYC Department of Finance, Rolling Sales Data — Brooklyn. Period: March 2025 – February 2026. Excludes $0 transfers, nominal sales, non-arms-length transactions, and bulk portfolio transfers identified through same-date/same-price pattern analysis. Last updated: April 2026.

Timing

Best Time to Sell in Bay Ridge

Monthly closing volume based on 497 residential sales recorded by the NYC Department of Finance. Months highlighted in orange indicate above-average demand.

Jan
55 sales
Feb
29 sales
Mar
46 sales
Apr
32 sales
May
39 sales
Jun
50 sales
Jul
43 sales
Aug
42 sales
Sep
35 sales
Oct
51 sales
Nov
33 sales
Dec
42 sales

Takeaway for Sellers

Bay Ridge sees its strongest closing activity in January, March, June and October — the months highlighted in orange above. These peaks indicate when buyer demand is highest and the most transactions close.

Since the typical sale takes 3 months from listing to closing you should be listing approximately 3 months before these peak windows to position your home when competition among buyers is strongest.

The optimal listing date depends on your property type, your timeline, and current inventory levels. A strategy session can pinpoint the right window for your specific home.

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Housing Mix

Housing Stock in Bay Ridge

Distribution of 497 residential sales by property type over the past 12 months.

Co-op Apartments — 41.0% (204)
Single-Family Homes — 20.5% (102)
Condominiums — 7.6% (38)
Two-Family Homes — 21.9% (109)
Three-Family Homes — 3.6% (18)
Other Residential — 5.2% (26)

What This Means for Sellers

Bay Ridge is primarily a co-op market, with co-op apartments representing 41.0% of all sales. However, single-family and two-family homes make up a significant share (42% combined) and trade at substantially higher price points. Co-op sellers face a large pool of comparable listings, making pricing strategy and board package preparation critical. Single- and multi-family homeowners benefit from lower inventory relative to demand.

Common Questions

FAQ: Selling in Bay Ridge

Based on the most recent NYC Department of Finance public records (March 2025 – February 2026), median sale prices in Bay Ridge vary significantly by property type. Co-op Apartments: $352,484 (204 sales). Single-Family Homes: $1.3M (102 sales). Condominiums: $855,525 (38 sales). Two-Family Homes: $1.4M (109 sales). Three-Family Homes: $1.5M (18 sales). These figures reflect all legally recorded sales — not just MLS listings — giving a more complete picture than sites like Zillow or StreetEasy.
The Bay Ridge market recorded 497 residential sales over the past 12 months according to NYC public records. The median price per square foot is $660. The median building was built in 1931. For a detailed analysis of how current conditions affect your home's value, schedule a free strategy call.
Bay Ridge sees its strongest closing volume in January, March, June and October, indicating above-average buyer demand. Since the typical sale takes about 3 months from listing to closing, you should be listing approximately 3 months before these peak windows to position your home when competition among buyers is strongest. The optimal listing date depends on your property type and personal timeline — a strategy call can help you find the right window.
Bay Ridge has a diverse housing stock. Over the past 12 months, Co-op Apartments accounted for 41.0% of sales, Single-Family Homes accounted for 20.5% of sales, Condominiums accounted for 7.6% of sales, Two-Family Homes accounted for 21.9% of sales, Three-Family Homes accounted for 3.6% of sales, Other Residential accounted for 5.2% of sales. The median year built is 1931.
Across all neighborhoods Justin Braithwaite serves, his listings average just 24 days on market — well below the city average. His listings also close at 102.8% of asking price on average, meaning sellers typically get more than their list price. Results in Bay Ridge specifically depend on property type, pricing strategy, and market timing.
You're not legally required to use an agent, but the data strongly suggests it pays to have expert representation. Justin Braithwaite has completed 261 seller transactions with a 96.1% close rate and a 102.8% sale-to-list ratio. His clients benefit from pricing strategy informed by the same NYC Department of Finance data on this page, plus 10 years of real estate experience and 27 years of sales and marketing expertise. Schedule a free strategy call to see how a data-driven approach can maximize your sale price in Bay Ridge.
Neighborhood Profile

Bay Ridge, Brooklyn at a Glance

Bay Ridge is a residential neighborhood in southwestern Brooklyn, bordered by Sunset Park to the north, Dyker Heights to the east, Gravesend to the southeast, and the Narrows waterway to the west. The neighborhood is anchored by its commercial corridors along Third Avenue, Fifth Avenue, and 86th Street, and is served by the R train along Fourth Avenue. The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, connecting Brooklyn to Staten Island, is a defining landmark at the neighborhood's southern edge.

Bay Ridge's housing stock is a mix of pre-war co-op apartment buildings concentrated along the avenues, detached and semi-detached single-family homes on the residential side streets, and two-family brick row houses throughout. Bay Ridge has historically attracted families seeking a quieter, more suburban feel within the city, with strong schools, waterfront parks along Shore Road, and a diverse dining scene that includes long-established Middle Eastern, Italian, and Chinese restaurants.

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