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NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
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For buyers focused on affordability, East Harlem has the lower median sale price at $689K vs $692K in Bedford Park.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find East Harlem offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in East Harlem, which is served by 3 subway lines compared to 0 in Bedford Park.
| Metric | Bedford Park | East Harlem |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $691,750 | $688,500 |
| Median Condo Price | N/A | $663,250 |
| Median Co-op Price | N/A | $499,911 |
| Median Rent | $1,777.5 | $2,950 |
| Active Listings | 13 | 65 |
| Rental Inventory | 12 | 351 |
| Days on Market | 0 | 73 |
| Price Cut Share | 12.5% | 21.5% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 2 | 4 |
| YoY Price Change | 0.0% | -2.1% |
| YoY Rent Change | +4.6% | +1.9% |
| YoY Inventory Change | -13.3% | +8.3% |
| Subway Lines | N/A | 4 5 6 |
Prices in Bedford Park moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to -2.1% in East Harlem. Both markets have seen price softening, with East Harlem declining more sharply over the measured period.
Bedford Park anchors a section of the Bronx characterized by established row homes and modern mixed-use developments. The neighborhood incorporates substantial green space and retains access to critical transit lines, enhancing its accessibility. Architectural styles range from historic brick structures to contemporary high-rises, defining its unique urban landscape.
View Full Market ReportEast Harlem, also known as El Barrio, is a neighborhood rich in culture, art, and history. Known for its colorful murals and the historic La Marqueta, the area features a growing number of new residential developments alongside historic buildings. The real estate market offers some of Manhattan's most accessible price points, featuring a mix of historic walk-up cooperatives, value-driven HDFC units, and a surge of new luxury condominium developments that offer modern amenities and easy access to the Upper East Side.
View Full Market ReportNo subway data available
125 St (4 5 6) — 0.6 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 is refreshed every 15 minutes per REBNY IDX requirements.
From the 2008 financial crisis through the 2020 pandemic, the NYC metro Case-Shiller composite fell about 25% peak-to-trough between 2007 and 2012, then fully recovered by 2017 and gained another 15% through Q1 2020. Bedford Park and East Harlem both tracked this broader NYC arc, with annual closing volume contracting sharply in 2009 and again in Q2 2020 before normalizing.
East Harlem tracked the more resilient Manhattan price path with a 10% to 15% peak-to-trough decline, while Bedford Park moved closer to the broader NYC metro pattern of a 20% to 25% retracement before recovering through 2017.
Source: Per Case-Shiller Home Price Index, NYC metro subset, 2008-2020, cross-referenced with StreetEasy historical price data series.
| Metric (2026) | Bedford Park | East Harlem |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $691,750 | $688,500 |
| Median Rent | $1,777.5/mo | $2,950/mo |
| Year-over-Year Price Change | 0.0% | -2.1% |
| Average Days on Market | 0 days | 73 days |
| Distance to Nearest Subway | N/A | 0.60 mi |
Table values reflect current 2026 market conditions. Historical 2008-2020 commentary is sourced from Case-Shiller NYC metro composite and StreetEasy historical series.
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