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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

All Downtown vs All Upper Manhattan

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

All Downtown

Manhattan

All Upper Manhattan

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, All Upper Manhattan has the lower median sale price at $643K vs $1.5M in All Downtown.

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

Commuters have more transit options in All Downtown, which is served by 11 subway lines compared to 3 in All Upper Manhattan.

Median Sale Price
$1.5M
$643K
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
2387
820
Avg Days on Market
67 days
84 days
YoY Price Change
+11.3%
+3.6%
Monthly Sales Volume
242
57

Detailed Comparison

MetricAll DowntownAll Upper Manhattan
Median Sale Price$1,502,500$642,500
Median Condo Price$2,100,000$990,000
Median Co-op Price$970,000$497,500
Median Rent$5,495$3,125
Active Listings2387820
Rental Inventory47192038
Days on Market6784
Price Cut Share11.5%11.5%
Monthly Sales Volume24257
YoY Price Change+11.3%+3.6%
YoY Rent Change+9.4%+7.8%
YoY Inventory Change+0.6%+6.5%
Subway Lines1 6 A C E J N Q R W Z1 A C

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in All Downtown moved +11.3% over the past year, compared to +3.6% in All Upper Manhattan. The +11.3% gain in All Downtown reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

All Downtown

Downtown Manhattan encompasses the neighborhoods south of 14th Street, from the glass towers of the Financial District to the cast-iron lofts of SoHo and the brownstone blocks of the West Village. The housing stock includes luxury new-construction condominiums, prewar co-ops, converted warehouse lofts, and historic townhouses. Multiple subway lines converge at Fulton Center and Union Square, and the PATH train connects to New Jersey.

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All Upper Manhattan

Upper Manhattan extends from 110th Street to the northern tip of the island, encompassing Washington Heights, Inwood, Hamilton Heights, West Harlem, Central Harlem, East Harlem, and Morningside Heights. The housing stock includes prewar elevator co-ops, Art Deco apartment buildings along the Grand Concourse approach, brownstone townhouses, and new construction condominiums. The A/C, 1, and B/D trains provide express service to Midtown and Downtown.

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Transit Access

All Downtown

16ACEJNQRWZ

Canal St (1 6 A C E J N Q R W Z) — 0.1 mi

Spring St (6 C E) — 0.2 mi

Prince St (N R W) — 0.3 mi

Franklin St (1) — 0.3 mi

Bowery (J Z) — 0.5 mi

All Upper Manhattan

1AC

181 St (1 A) — 0.4 mi

175 St (A) — 0.4 mi

168 St (1 A C) — 0.5 mi

163 St-Amsterdam Av (C) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

All Downtown for sale

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All Upper Manhattan 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 Downtown cheaper than All Upper Manhattan?
All Upper Manhattan is more affordable, with a median sale price of $642,500 vs $1,502,500 in All Downtown. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, All Downtown or All Upper Manhattan?
All Downtown has access to 11 subway lines and All Upper Manhattan has 3, making All Downtown the stronger option for transit access. All Upper Manhattan has 3 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, All Downtown or All Upper Manhattan?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. All Downtown and All Upper Manhattan 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 Downtown or All Upper Manhattan?
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 Downtown and All Upper Manhattan 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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