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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Central Harlem vs Melrose

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

Manhattan|Bronx

Central Harlem

Manhattan

Melrose

Bronx

How They Compare

Commuters have more transit options in Central Harlem, which is served by 10 subway lines compared to 0 in Melrose.

Median Sale Price
$865K
$0
Median Rent
$3K
$2K
Active Listings
359
4
Avg Days on Market
124 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+20.1%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
17
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricCentral HarlemMelrose
Median Sale Price$865,000$0
Median Condo Price$899,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$417,500N/A
Median Rent$3,250$2,322.5
Active Listings3594
Rental Inventory6618
Days on Market1240
Price Cut Share10.0%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume171
YoY Price Change+20.1%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+5.4%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change+14.0%0.0%
Subway Lines1 2 3 4 5 6 A B C DN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Central Harlem moved +20.1% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in Melrose. The +20.1% gain in Central Harlem reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Central Harlem

Central Harlem is the cultural and historic soul of Upper Manhattan. Known for its grand boulevards like Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and its rich jazz heritage, the neighborhood offers an active urban lifestyle. The real estate market is a mix of beautifully preserved 19th-century brownstones, value-driven HDFC cooperatives, and a surge of modern luxury condominiums that offer contemporary amenities near the 125th Street retail corridor.

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Melrose

Melrose features 19th-century brownstones, neo-Renaissance apartment houses, and modern LEED-certified developments like Via Verde, all anchored by the commercial corridors along Third Avenue and Melrose Avenue. The 2 and 5 trains stop at East 149th Street, the 4 train serves nearby stations, and St. Mary's Park provides 35 acres of green space on the neighborhood's edge.

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Transit Access

Central Harlem

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125 St (1 2 3 4 5 6 A B C D) — 0.3 mi

135 St (2 3) — 0.4 mi

Melrose

No subway data available

Active Listings

Central Harlem for sale

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Melrose 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 Central Harlem cheaper than Melrose?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Central Harlem or Melrose?
Central Harlem has access to 10 subway lines and Melrose has 0, making Central Harlem the stronger option for transit access. Melrose has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Central Harlem or Melrose?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Central Harlem and Melrose 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 Central Harlem or Melrose?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Central Harlem and Melrose 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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