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NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Brooklyn
Manhattan
For buyers focused on affordability, West Harlem has the lower median sale price at $40K vs $995K in Brooklyn.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find West Harlem offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in West Harlem, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 0 in Brooklyn.
| Metric | Brooklyn | West Harlem |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $995,000 | $40,250 |
| Median Condo Price | $1,152,500 | $1,185,539 |
| Median Co-op Price | $427,500 | $40,250 |
| Median Rent | $3,750 | $3,600 |
| Active Listings | 3872 | 19 |
| Rental Inventory | 10939 | 83 |
| Days on Market | 55 | 198 |
| Price Cut Share | 9.7% | 10.5% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 612 | 1 |
| YoY Price Change | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| YoY Rent Change | +7.1% | +24.1% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +8.2% | +35.7% |
| Subway Lines | N/A | 1 A B C D |
Both Brooklyn and West Harlem saw prices shift 0.0% over the past year. Comparable year-over-year movement suggests both markets are tracking similar citywide conditions.
Brooklyn showcases a mix of historic brownstones, pre-war apartment buildings, and modern high-rises. The neighborhood is crisscrossed by multiple subway lines, offering direct access to major transit hubs. Residents can enjoy proximity to expansive green spaces, including notable local parks and cultural landmarks.
View Full Market ReportWest Harlem is a dynamic neighborhood that stretches from the Hudson River to St. Nicholas Park. Home to the expanding Columbia University Manhattanville campus and the scenic Riverbank State Park, the area offers a blend of academic energy and waterfront recreation. The real estate market features a mix of historic row houses, value-driven HDFC cooperatives, and a growing number of modern boutique condominiums that offer contemporary living in a historic setting.
View Full Market ReportNo subway data available
125 St (1 A B C D) — 0.2 mi
145 St (1) — 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 last updated: 1/1/1970.
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