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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

All Upper West Side vs Crown Heights

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

Manhattan|Brooklyn

All Upper West Side

Manhattan

Crown Heights

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, All Upper West Side has the lower median sale price at $1.2M vs $1.3M in Crown Heights.

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

Commuters have more transit options in All Upper West Side, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 0 in Crown Heights.

Median Sale Price
$1.2M
$1.3M
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
1081
157
Avg Days on Market
56 days
48.5 days
YoY Price Change
-10.9%
+3.4%
Monthly Sales Volume
131
18

Detailed Comparison

MetricAll Upper West SideCrown Heights
Median Sale Price$1,247,356$1,280,000
Median Condo Price$1,790,968.5$1,087,500
Median Co-op Price$847,500$611,000
Median Rent$4,750$3,495
Active Listings1081157
Rental Inventory1518945
Days on Market5648.5
Price Cut Share10.5%5.7%
Monthly Sales Volume13118
YoY Price Change-10.9%+3.4%
YoY Rent Change+5.6%+5.9%
YoY Inventory Change-12.5%+51.0%
Subway Lines1 2 3 B CN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in All Upper West Side moved -10.9% over the past year, compared to +3.4% in Crown Heights. Crown Heights is seeing price appreciation while All Upper West Side has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

All Upper West Side

The Upper West Side runs between Central Park and Riverside Park from 59th to 110th Streets, including Lincoln Square, Manhattan Valley, and the blocks surrounding the American Museum of Natural History. The housing stock features grand prewar cooperative apartments, Beaux-Arts and Art Deco buildings, brownstone townhouses, and newer luxury condominiums along the waterfront. The 1/2/3 trains run along Broadway, and the B/C serve Central Park West.

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Crown Heights

Crown Heights is a dynamic and architecturally rich neighborhood in central Brooklyn. Famous for its grand boulevards and impressive collection of pre-war apartment buildings and brownstones, the area offers a sense of scale and history. Residents enjoy proximity to the Brooklyn Museum, the Botanic Garden, and a active restaurant scene along Franklin and Nostrand Avenues, making it a popular choice for those seeking space and culture.

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Transit Access

All Upper West Side

123BC

86 St (1 B C) — 0.2 mi

79 St (1) — 0.3 mi

81 St-Museum of Natural History (B C) — 0.4 mi

96 St (1 2 3 B C) — 0.5 mi

72 St (1 2 3) — 0.7 mi

Crown Heights

No subway data available

Active Listings

All Upper West Side for sale

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Crown Heights 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 Upper West Side cheaper than Crown Heights?
Yes, All Upper West Side has a lower median sale price at $1,247,356 compared to $1,280,000 in Crown Heights 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 Upper West Side or Crown Heights?
All Upper West Side has access to 5 subway lines and Crown Heights has 0, making All Upper West Side the stronger option for transit access. Crown Heights has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, All Upper West Side or Crown Heights?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. All Upper West Side and Crown Heights 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 Upper West Side or Crown Heights?
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 Upper West Side and Crown Heights 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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