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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, Chinatown has the lower median sale price at $550K vs $1.3M in Upper East Side.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Chinatown offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Chinatown, which is served by 16 subway lines compared to 3 in Upper East Side.
| Metric | Chinatown | Upper East Side |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $550,364 | $1,332,500 |
| Median Condo Price | $550,364 | $1,800,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | N/A | $1,167,500 |
| Median Rent | $4,195 | $4,270 |
| Active Listings | 8 | 1593 |
| Rental Inventory | 36 | 1686 |
| Days on Market | 0 | 59 |
| Price Cut Share | 13.3% | 13.1% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 1 | 170 |
| YoY Price Change | 0.0% | +31.0% |
| YoY Rent Change | +19.9% | +6.9% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +14.3% | -3.7% |
| Subway Lines | 1 4 5 6 A B C D E F J N Q R W Z | 4 5 6 |
Prices in Chinatown moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to +31.0% in Upper East Side. The +31.0% gain in Upper East Side reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.
Chinatown occupies a dense section of Lower Manhattan centered on Canal Street, where 10 subway lines converge including the 6, J, N, Q, R, W, and Z trains, making it one of the most transit-rich neighborhoods below 14th Street. The housing stock consists primarily of prewar walk-up buildings alongside newer condominium developments and the 44-story Confucius Plaza residential tower. Columbus Park, one of the city's earliest public parks, and the 7.8-acre Sara D. Roosevelt Park provide open green space along the neighborhood's edges.
View Full Market ReportThe Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.
View Full Market ReportGrand St (B D) — 0.2 mi
Canal St (1 6 A C E J N Q R W Z) — 0.3 mi
Bowery (J Z) — 0.3 mi
East Broadway (F) — 0.4 mi
Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi
77 St (6) — 0.2 mi
86 St (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi
68 St-Hunter College (6) — 0.5 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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