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NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Manhattan
Manhattan
For buyers focused on affordability, Central Park South has the lower median sale price at $1.1M vs $1.3M in Chelsea.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Central Park South offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Central Park South, which is served by 15 subway lines compared to 14 in Chelsea.
| Metric | Central Park South | Chelsea |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $1,072,500 | $1,250,000 |
| Median Condo Price | N/A | $3,052,500 |
| Median Co-op Price | $1,900,000 | $830,000 |
| Median Rent | $12,000 | $5,975 |
| Active Listings | 74 | 366 |
| Rental Inventory | 50 | 721 |
| Days on Market | 80.5 | 60.5 |
| Price Cut Share | 17.6% | 12.8% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 2 | 39 |
| YoY Price Change | -57.9% | -19.4% |
| YoY Rent Change | +50.1% | +7.7% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +12.1% | -12.9% |
| Subway Lines | 1 4 5 6 A B C D E F M N Q R W | 1 2 3 A B C D E F M N Q R W |
Prices in Central Park South moved -57.9% over the past year, compared to -19.4% in Chelsea. Both markets have seen price softening, with Central Park South declining more sharply over the measured period.
Central Park South is one of the most recognized and sought-after residential stretches in the world. Often associated with 'Billionaires' Row,' the neighborhood offers unparalleled, unobstructed views of Central Park. The real estate market is a mix of legendary pre-war cooperatives, historic hotels-turned-residences, and soaring ultra-luxury glass towers that provide the pinnacle of New York City living and white-glove service.
View Full Market ReportChelsea is the epicenter of New York’s contemporary art world and a hub for innovative architecture. Home to the High Line and Chelsea Market, the neighborhood mixes industrial history with modern luxury. The real estate market here is dominated by high-end condominium developments designed by world-renowned architects, alongside historic pre-war lofts and historic townhouses in the Chelsea Historic District.
View Full Market Report57 St (F N Q R W) — 0.1 mi
59 St-Columbus Circle (1 A B C D) — 0.3 mi
5 Av/53 St (E M) — 0.4 mi
66 St-Lincoln Center (1) — 0.6 mi
59 St (4 5 6) — 0.7 mi
34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.6 mi
34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.7 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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