NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Brooklyn
Manhattan
For buyers focused on affordability, West Harlem has the lower median sale price at $40K vs $830K in Downtown Brooklyn.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find West Harlem offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Downtown Brooklyn, which is served by 8 subway lines compared to 5 in West Harlem.
| Metric | Downtown Brooklyn | West Harlem |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $830,000 | $40,250 |
| Median Condo Price | $1,395,000 | $1,185,539 |
| Median Co-op Price | $877,953 | $40,250 |
| Median Rent | $4,780 | $3,600 |
| Active Listings | 129 | 19 |
| Rental Inventory | 688 | 83 |
| Days on Market | 46 | 198 |
| Price Cut Share | 10.1% | 10.5% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 11 | 1 |
| YoY Price Change | -9.5% | 0.0% |
| YoY Rent Change | +8.4% | +24.1% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +38.7% | +35.7% |
| Subway Lines | 2 3 4 5 A C F R | 1 A B C D |
Prices in Downtown Brooklyn moved -9.5% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in West Harlem. Both markets have seen price softening, with Downtown Brooklyn declining more sharply over the measured period.
Downtown Brooklyn features a mixture of historic brownstones and modern high-rise architecture. The area is built around major transit hubs, including LIRR access and multiple subway lines. Residents benefit from green space in Brooklyn Bridge Park and prominent local landmarks.
View Full Market ReportWest Harlem is a dynamic neighborhood that stretches from the Hudson River to St. Nicholas Park. Home to the expanding Columbia University Manhattanville campus and the scenic Riverbank State Park, the area offers a blend of academic energy and waterfront recreation. The real estate market features a mix of historic row houses, value-driven HDFC cooperatives, and a growing number of modern boutique condominiums that offer contemporary living in a historic setting.
View Full Market ReportCourt St (R) — 0.1 mi
Borough Hall (2 3 4 5) — 0.1 mi
Jay St-MetroTech (A C F R) — 0.2 mi
Clark St (2 3) — 0.3 mi
High St (A C) — 0.4 mi
125 St (1 A B C D) — 0.2 mi
145 St (1) — 0.6 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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