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NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Manhattan
Manhattan
For buyers focused on affordability, Battery Park City has the lower median sale price at $815K vs $1.3M in Chelsea.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Battery Park City offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Chelsea, which is served by 14 subway lines compared to 9 in Battery Park City.
| Metric | Battery Park City | Chelsea |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $815,000 | $1,250,000 |
| Median Condo Price | $670,000 | $3,052,500 |
| Median Co-op Price | $2,038,605.5 | $830,000 |
| Median Rent | $5,355 | $5,975 |
| Active Listings | 117 | 366 |
| Rental Inventory | 159 | 721 |
| Days on Market | 79 | 60.5 |
| Price Cut Share | 10.3% | 12.8% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 14 | 39 |
| YoY Price Change | -38.0% | -19.4% |
| YoY Rent Change | +7.2% | +7.7% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +9.3% | -12.9% |
| Subway Lines | 1 2 3 4 5 J R W Z | 1 2 3 A B C D E F M N Q R W |
Prices in Battery Park City moved -38.0% over the past year, compared to -19.4% in Chelsea. Both markets have seen price softening, with Battery Park City declining more sharply over the measured period.
Battery Park City is a meticulously planned residential development at the southern tip of Manhattan. Surrounded by the Hudson River and over 30 acres of manicured parks, it offers a low-traffic, suburban feel within the city. The neighborhood is known for its commitment to green building standards and features a range of luxury condominiums and cooperatives that offer breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty and the New York Harbor.
View Full Market ReportChelsea is the epicenter of New York’s contemporary art world and a hub for innovative architecture. Home to the High Line and Chelsea Market, the neighborhood mixes industrial history with modern luxury. The real estate market here is dominated by high-end condominium developments designed by world-renowned architects, alongside historic pre-war lofts and historic townhouses in the Chelsea Historic District.
View Full Market ReportRector St (1 R W) — 0.1 mi
Bowling Green (4 5) — 0.2 mi
Wall St (2 3 4 5) — 0.2 mi
Broad St (J Z) — 0.3 mi
Whitehall St-South Ferry (R W) — 0.3 mi
34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.6 mi
34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.7 mi
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.
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