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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

All Upper West Side vs DUMBO

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

Manhattan|Brooklyn

All Upper West Side

Manhattan

DUMBO

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, All Upper West Side has the lower median sale price at $1.2M vs $1.9M in DUMBO.

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 DUMBO, which is served by 6 subway lines compared to 5 in All Upper West Side.

Median Sale Price
$1.2M
$1.9M
Median Rent
$5K
$6K
Active Listings
1081
93
Avg Days on Market
56 days
89 days
YoY Price Change
-10.9%
+3.4%
Monthly Sales Volume
131
4

Detailed Comparison

MetricAll Upper West SideDUMBO
Median Sale Price$1,247,356$1,950,000
Median Condo Price$1,790,968.5$1,950,000
Median Co-op Price$847,500N/A
Median Rent$4,750$6,250
Active Listings108193
Rental Inventory1518149
Days on Market5689
Price Cut Share10.5%6.5%
Monthly Sales Volume1314
YoY Price Change-10.9%+3.4%
YoY Rent Change+5.6%+17.9%
YoY Inventory Change-12.5%+1.1%
Subway Lines1 2 3 B C2 3 A C F R

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in All Upper West Side moved -10.9% over the past year, compared to +3.4% in DUMBO. DUMBO 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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DUMBO

DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) sits between the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges along the East River waterfront, with a 95-building historic district of converted industrial warehouses. The housing market features spacious loft residences with exposed brick and high ceilings alongside modern luxury condominiums with skyline and waterfront views, served by the F train at York Street and the A and C at High Street. Brooklyn Bridge Park stretches along the waterfront with piers, playgrounds, and Jane's Carousel.

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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

DUMBO

23ACFR

York St (F) — 0.2 mi

High St (A C) — 0.3 mi

Clark St (2 3) — 0.5 mi

Court St (R) — 0.7 mi

East Broadway (F) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

All Upper West Side for sale

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DUMBO 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 DUMBO?
Yes, All Upper West Side has a lower median sale price at $1,247,356 compared to $1,950,000 in DUMBO 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 DUMBO?
All Upper West Side has access to 5 subway lines and DUMBO has 6, making DUMBO the stronger option for transit access. All Upper West Side has 5 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, All Upper West Side or DUMBO?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. All Upper West Side and DUMBO 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 DUMBO?
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 DUMBO 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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