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Selling Your Home in Gravesend, Brooklyn
Current market data from 358 recorded property transactions in Gravesend. 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.
Home Prices in Gravesend
Median sale prices by property type, based on every recorded sale in Gravesend over the past 12 months.
Quarterly Trends by Property Type
Median sale price by quarter. Arrows show change vs. the prior quarter.
📊 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 Gravesend, 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: April 2025 – March 2026. Excludes $0 transfers, nominal sales, non-arms-length transactions, and bulk portfolio transfers identified through same-date/same-price pattern analysis. Last updated: May 2026.
Best Time to Sell in Gravesend
Monthly closing volume based on 358 residential sales recorded by the NYC Department of Finance over the past 12 months. Months highlighted in orange indicate above-average demand (≥110% of the average monthly volume).
Takeaway for Sellers
Gravesend sees its strongest closing activity in April, May, 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.
Housing Stock in Gravesend
Distribution of 358 residential sales by property type over the past 12 months.
What This Means for Sellers
Gravesend has a mixed housing market, with two-family homes representing 29.1% of recent recorded sales and condominiums making up another 23.5%. Each property type has its own buyer pool, pricing dynamics, and competitive set — understanding which segment you're selling into is the first step to setting an accurate list price. Mixed neighborhoods like Gravesend require a broker who can navigate multiple market segments at once.
FAQ: Selling in Gravesend
Based on the most recent NYC Department of Finance public records (April 2025 – March 2026), median sale prices in Gravesend vary significantly by property type. Co-op Apartments: $365,000 (48 sales). Single-Family Homes: $899,500 (60 sales). Condominiums: $651,500 (84 sales). Two-Family Homes: $1.2M (104 sales). Three-Family Homes: $1.5M (35 sales). These figures reflect all legally recorded sales — not just MLS listings — giving a more complete picture than sites like Zillow or StreetEasy.
The Gravesend market recorded 358 residential sales over the past 12 months according to NYC public records. The median price per square foot is $631. 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.
Gravesend sees its strongest closing volume in April, May, 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.
Gravesend has a diverse housing stock. Over the past 12 months, Two-Family Homes accounted for 29.1% of sales, Condominiums accounted for 23.5% of sales, Single-Family Homes accounted for 16.8% of sales, Co-op Apartments accounted for 13.4% of sales, Three-Family Homes accounted for 9.8% of sales, Other Residential accounted for 7.5% 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 Gravesend 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 Gravesend.
Gravesend, Brooklyn at a Glance
Gravesend is a residential neighborhood in southern Brooklyn, bordered by Avenue P to the north, Coney Island to the south, McDonald Avenue to the west, and Ocean Parkway to the east. The neighborhood was one of the original six towns of Brooklyn, settled in 1645, and retains the original Gravesend Cemetery and a few colonial-era buildings. Housing is dominated by detached and semi-detached single-family and two-family brick homes, plus a smaller share of pre-war apartment buildings along the major avenues.
Gravesend is served by the F train at the Avenue U and Avenue X stations, and the N train at the Kings Highway and Avenue U stations. Kings Highway and Avenue U serve as the main commercial corridors. The neighborhood has historically been Italian-American and increasingly Russian Jewish, Sephardic Jewish, and Chinese-American. Gravesend offers a stable family-oriented residential market with strong transit access.
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