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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Auburndale vs East Village

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

Queens|Manhattan

Auburndale

Queens

East Village

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, East Village has the lower median sale price at $550K vs $1.1M in Auburndale.

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

Commuters have more transit options in East Village, which is served by 4 subway lines compared to 0 in Auburndale.

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$550K
Median Rent
$2K
$5K
Active Listings
8
134
Avg Days on Market
0 days
77 days
YoY Price Change
+37.2%
-49.7%
Monthly Sales Volume
4
11

Detailed Comparison

MetricAuburndaleEast Village
Median Sale Price$1,115,000$550,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,300,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$697,500
Median Rent$2,350$5,147.5
Active Listings8134
Rental Inventory9832
Days on Market077
Price Cut Share22.2%11.9%
Monthly Sales Volume411
YoY Price Change+37.2%-49.7%
YoY Rent Change-26.0%+15.7%
YoY Inventory Change-38.5%+5.5%
Subway LinesN/AF J M Z

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Auburndale moved +37.2% over the past year, compared to -49.7% in East Village. Auburndale is seeing price appreciation while East Village has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Auburndale

Auburndale is a residential Queens neighborhood of brick Colonial and Cape Cod homes on tree-lined streets between the Long Island Expressway and the Cross Island Parkway. The LIRR Auburndale station provides direct commuter rail service to Penn Station, and local buses connect to the Flushing 7 train terminus. Oakland Lake, a glacial kettle pond, anchors the western edge of the neighborhood.

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East Village

The East Village remains New York’s epicenter of counter-culture and artistic expression. Known for its active street life, community gardens, and legendary music venues, the neighborhood offers an energy unlike any other. The real estate market is characterized by historic tenement-style cooperatives, historic low-rise walk-ups, and a growing selection of modern boutique condominiums that offer luxury amenities in Downtown Manhattan.

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Transit Access

Auburndale

No subway data available

East Village

FJMZ

Second Ave (F) — 0.5 mi

Delancey St-Essex St (F J M Z) — 0.6 mi

Active Listings

Auburndale for sale

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East Village 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 Auburndale cheaper than East Village?
East Village is more affordable, with a median sale price of $550,000 vs $1,115,000 in Auburndale. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Auburndale or East Village?
Auburndale has access to 0 subway lines and East Village has 4, making East Village the stronger option for transit access. Auburndale has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Auburndale or East Village?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Auburndale and East Village 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 Auburndale or East Village?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Auburndale and East Village 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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