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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

All Upper East Side vs Brookville

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

Manhattan|Queens

All Upper East Side

Manhattan

Brookville

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Brookville has the lower median sale price at $746K vs $1.3M in All Upper East Side.

Commuters have more transit options in All Upper East Side, which is served by 3 subway lines compared to 0 in Brookville.

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$746K
Median Rent
$4K
$0
Active Listings
1593
4
Avg Days on Market
59 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+31.0%
+52.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
170
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricAll Upper East SideBrookville
Median Sale Price$1,332,500$746,000
Median Condo Price$1,800,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$1,167,500N/A
Median Rent$4,270$0
Active Listings15934
Rental Inventory16861
Days on Market590
Price Cut Share13.1%12.5%
Monthly Sales Volume1701
YoY Price Change+31.0%+52.2%
YoY Rent Change+6.9%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change-3.7%+100.0%
Subway Lines4 5 6N/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in All Upper East Side moved +31.0% over the past year, compared to +52.2% in Brookville. The +52.2% gain in Brookville reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

All Upper East Side

The Upper East Side stretches along Central Park from 59th to 96th Streets, encompassing Lenox Hill, Carnegie Hill, Yorkville, and the Museum Mile. The housing stock is predominantly prewar cooperative apartments in white-glove doorman buildings, complemented by luxury condominiums and historic limestone townhouses. The 4/5/6 trains run along Lexington Avenue, and the Q train serves Second Avenue with newer stations.

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Brookville

Brookville is a residential Queens neighborhood of single-family detached homes and garden-style cooperatives along the border with Nassau County. The neighborhood is served by local bus routes connecting to the LIRR at Rosedale station and the A train at Far Rockaway. Brookville Park, a 97-acre green space with ball fields and playgrounds, forms the neighborhood core.

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Transit Access

All Upper East Side

456

77 St (6) — 0.2 mi

86 St (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi

68 St-Hunter College (6) — 0.5 mi

Brookville

No subway data available

Active Listings

All Upper East Side for sale

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Brookville 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 East Side cheaper than Brookville?
Brookville is more affordable, with a median sale price of $746,000 vs $1,332,500 in All Upper East Side. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, All Upper East Side or Brookville?
All Upper East Side has access to 3 subway lines and Brookville has 0, making All Upper East Side the stronger option for transit access. Brookville has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, All Upper East Side or Brookville?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. All Upper East Side and Brookville 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 East Side or Brookville?
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 East Side and Brookville 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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