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Selling Your Home in Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn

Current market data from 68 recorded property transactions in Gerritsen Beach. 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 Gerritsen Beach

Single-Family Homes
$654,500
median · 47 sales
Multifamily
$575,000
median · 21 sales
Total Sales
68
past 12 months
Price Per Sq Ft
$559
median

Quarterly Trends by Property Type

Single-Family Homes
Q2 2025
$701,500
10 sales
Q3 2025
$667,250
10 sales
▼ -4.9%
Q4 2025
$717,000
11 sales
▲ +7.5%
Q1 2026
$570,000
9 sales
▼ -20.5%
Multifamily
Q2 2025
$465,000
10 sales
Q3 2025
$850,000
1 sale
▲ +82.8%
Q4 2025
$682,000
4 sales
▼ -19.8%
Q1 2026
$650,000
5 sales
▼ -4.7%
📊 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 Gerritsen Beach, 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 Gerritsen Beach

Monthly closing volume based on 68 residential sales recorded by the NYC Department of Finance. Months highlighted in orange indicate above-average demand.

Jan
9 sales
Feb
5 sales
Mar
8 sales
Apr
2 sales
May
10 sales
Jun
8 sales
Jul
4 sales
Aug
2 sales
Sep
5 sales
Oct
2 sales
Nov
8 sales
Dec
5 sales

Takeaway for Sellers

Gerritsen Beach sees its strongest closing activity in January, March, May and June and November — 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 Gerritsen Beach

Distribution of 68 residential sales by property type over the past 12 months.

Co-op Apartments — 0.0% (0)
Single-Family Homes — 69.1% (47)
Condominiums — 0.0% (0)
Multifamily & Other — 30.9% (21)

What This Means for Sellers

Gerritsen Beach is a single-family-dominant market (69.1% of sales), which typically means buyers are looking for long-term homes rather than investments.

Common Questions

FAQ: Selling in Gerritsen Beach

Based on the most recent NYC Department of Finance public records (March 2025 – February 2026), median sale prices in Gerritsen Beach vary significantly by property type. Single-Family Homes: $654,500 (47 sales). Multifamily: $575,000 (21 sales). These figures reflect all legally recorded sales — not just MLS listings — giving a more complete picture than sites like Zillow or StreetEasy.
The Gerritsen Beach market recorded 68 residential sales over the past 12 months according to NYC public records. The median price per square foot is $559. The median building was built in 1925. For a detailed analysis of how current conditions affect your home's value, schedule a free strategy call.
Gerritsen Beach sees its strongest closing volume in January, March, May and June and November, 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.
Gerritsen Beach has a diverse housing stock. Over the past 12 months, Co-op Apartments accounted for 0.0% of sales, Single-Family Homes accounted for 69.1% of sales, Condominiums accounted for 0.0% of sales, Multifamily & Other accounted for 30.9% of sales. The median year built is 1925.
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 Gerritsen Beach 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 Gerritsen Beach.
Neighborhood Profile

Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn at a Glance

Gerritsen Beach is a small, geographically isolated neighborhood in southern Brooklyn, situated on a peninsula extending into Jamaica Bay. The neighborhood is surrounded by Marine Park to the north and west, Shell Bank Creek to the east, and Plumb Beach to the south. It has no direct subway service and is primarily car-dependent.

Gerritsen Beach has a tight-knit, small-town character that is unusual within New York City. The housing stock consists almost entirely of single-family homes, many originally built as bungalows and summer cottages in the early twentieth century and subsequently expanded into year-round residences. The neighborhood has a strong community identity, an active volunteer fire department, and a waterfront lifestyle centered around boating and fishing.

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