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 $2.8M in Flatiron.
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 11 in Flatiron.
| Metric | Central Park South | Flatiron |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $1,072,500 | $2,760,000 |
| Median Condo Price | N/A | $3,600,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | $1,900,000 | $1,775,000 |
| Median Rent | $12,000 | $6,192.5 |
| Active Listings | 74 | 245 |
| Rental Inventory | 50 | 262 |
| Days on Market | 80.5 | 107.5 |
| Price Cut Share | 17.6% | 12.7% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 2 | 16 |
| YoY Price Change | -57.9% | +68.4% |
| YoY Rent Change | +50.1% | +2.4% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +12.1% | +8.9% |
| Subway Lines | 1 4 5 6 A B C D E F M N Q R W | 1 2 3 B D F M N Q R W |
Prices in Central Park South moved -57.9% over the past year, compared to +68.4% in Flatiron. Flatiron is seeing price appreciation while Central Park South has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.
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 ReportThe Flatiron District is a busy intersection of history, technology, and luxury living. Named after the iconic Flatiron Building, the neighborhood is centered around Madison Square Park and is a hub for the city's 'Silicon Alley.' The real estate market is famous for its grand cast-iron loft buildings with high ceilings and expansive floor plans, alongside ultra-luxury glass towers that offer modern amenities and central Manhattan convenience.
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-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.6 mi
34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3) — 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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