NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Manhattan
Manhattan
For buyers focused on affordability, Central Harlem has the lower median sale price at $865K vs $965K in Roosevelt Island.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Roosevelt Island offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Central Harlem, which is served by 10 subway lines compared to 0 in Roosevelt Island.
| Metric | Central Harlem | Roosevelt Island |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $865,000 | $965,000 |
| Median Condo Price | $899,000 | N/A |
| Median Co-op Price | $417,500 | $516,984 |
| Median Rent | $3,250 | $4,436 |
| Active Listings | 359 | 23 |
| Rental Inventory | 661 | 65 |
| Days on Market | 124 | 42 |
| Price Cut Share | 10.0% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 17 | 6 |
| YoY Price Change | +20.1% | 0.0% |
| YoY Rent Change | +5.4% | +0.8% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +14.0% | -37.8% |
| Subway Lines | 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B C D | N/A |
Prices in Central Harlem moved +20.1% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in Roosevelt Island. The +20.1% gain in Central Harlem reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.
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.
View Full Market ReportRoosevelt Island is a unique and low-traffic residential community situated in the East River between Manhattan and Queens. Known for its car-free streets, abundant green space, and stunning skyline views, it offers a retreat from the city's bustle. The real estate market is primarily composed of modern high-rise cooperatives and condominiums that provide a high quality of life with easy access to Manhattan via the iconic tram or the F train.
View Full Market Report125 St (1 2 3 4 5 6 A B C D) — 0.3 mi
135 St (2 3) — 0.4 mi
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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.
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