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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

All Midtown vs St. Albans

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

Manhattan|Queens

All Midtown

Manhattan

St. Albans

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, St. Albans has the lower median sale price at $737K vs $905K in All Midtown.

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 St. Albans.

Median Sale Price
$905K
$737K
Median Rent
$5K
$2K
Active Listings
2083
22
Avg Days on Market
69 days
68.5 days
YoY Price Change
-11.7%
+0.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
152
22

Detailed Comparison

MetricAll MidtownSt. Albans
Median Sale Price$905,000$737,000
Median Condo Price$1,275,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$631,500N/A
Median Rent$4,940$2,050
Active Listings208322
Rental Inventory35828
Days on Market6968.5
Price Cut Share11.4%9.1%
Monthly Sales Volume15222
YoY Price Change-11.7%+0.3%
YoY Rent Change+7.6%-6.8%
YoY Inventory Change+6.5%-24.1%
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 +0.3% in St. Albans. St. Albans 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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St. Albans

St. Albans is a residential Queens neighborhood of single-family homes, many in Tudor and Colonial styles, built primarily in the 1920s through 1940s on tree-lined streets with generous lots. The LIRR St. Albans station provides commuter rail service to Penn Station, and bus connections reach the E train at Jamaica Center. Roy Wilkins Recreation Center offers a public pool, ice rink, and sports facilities.

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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

St. Albans

No subway data available

Active Listings

All Midtown for sale

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St. Albans 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 St. Albans?
St. Albans is more affordable, with a median sale price of $737,000 vs $905,000 in All Midtown. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, All Midtown or St. Albans?
All Midtown has access to 19 subway lines and St. Albans has 0, making All Midtown the stronger option for transit access. St. Albans has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, All Midtown or St. Albans?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. All Midtown and St. Albans 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 St. Albans?
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 St. Albans 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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