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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

All Midtown vs Kensington

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

Manhattan|Brooklyn

All Midtown

Manhattan

Kensington

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, All Midtown has the lower median sale price at $905K vs $1.6M in Kensington.

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

Commuters have more transit options in All Midtown, which is served by 19 subway lines compared to 0 in Kensington.

Median Sale Price
$905K
$1.6M
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
2083
89
Avg Days on Market
69 days
59 days
YoY Price Change
-11.7%
+198.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
152
4

Detailed Comparison

MetricAll MidtownKensington
Median Sale Price$905,000$1,550,000
Median Condo Price$1,275,000$537,104.5
Median Co-op Price$631,500$400,000
Median Rent$4,940$2,825
Active Listings208389
Rental Inventory358278
Days on Market6959
Price Cut Share11.4%5.6%
Monthly Sales Volume1524
YoY Price Change-11.7%+198.1%
YoY Rent Change+7.6%+8.7%
YoY Inventory Change+6.5%+25.4%
Subway Lines1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A B C D E F M N Q R S WN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in All Midtown moved -11.7% over the past year, compared to +198.1% in Kensington. Kensington is seeing price appreciation while All Midtown has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

All Midtown

All Midtown occupies a central section of Manhattan, featuring a blend of historic pre-war architecture and contemporary high-rises. Dense subway coverage connects to all boroughs, with adjacency to Central Park, Bryant Park, and major cultural landmarks. Residential properties range from renovated walk-ups to modern condominium buildings.

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Kensington

Kensington is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood bordered by Prospect Park to the north and the landmarked Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, with Ocean Parkway running through its center as one of the borough's signature tree-lined boulevards. The housing stock includes brick rowhouses, prewar co-op apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway and Coney Island Avenue, and detached Victorian homes on the side streets, served by the F and G trains at Fort Hamilton Parkway and Church Avenue. The B and Q express trains are accessible within a short walk, providing a 30-to-35-minute commute to Midtown Manhattan.

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Transit Access

All Midtown

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Times Sq-42 St (1 2 3 7 N Q R S W) — 0.2 mi

42 St-Port Authority (A C E) — 0.4 mi

Grand Central-42 St (4 5 6 7 S) — 0.4 mi

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.4 mi

34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.5 mi

Kensington

No subway data available

Active Listings

All Midtown for sale

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Kensington 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 All Midtown cheaper than Kensington?
Yes, All Midtown has a lower median sale price at $905,000 compared to $1,550,000 in Kensington 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, All Midtown or Kensington?
All Midtown has access to 19 subway lines and Kensington has 0, making All Midtown the stronger option for transit access. Kensington has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, All Midtown or Kensington?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. All Midtown and Kensington 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 All Midtown or Kensington?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both All Midtown and Kensington 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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