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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

All Upper Manhattan vs East Village

Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.

Manhattan|Manhattan

All Upper Manhattan

Manhattan

East Village

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, East Village has the lower median sale price at $550K vs $643K in All Upper Manhattan.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find East Village offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.

Commuters have more transit options in East Village, which is served by 4 subway lines compared to 3 in All Upper Manhattan.

Median Sale Price
$643K
$550K
Median Rent
$3K
$5K
Active Listings
820
134
Avg Days on Market
84 days
77 days
YoY Price Change
+3.6%
-49.7%
Monthly Sales Volume
57
11

Detailed Comparison

MetricAll Upper ManhattanEast Village
Median Sale Price$642,500$550,000
Median Condo Price$990,000$1,300,000
Median Co-op Price$497,500$697,500
Median Rent$3,125$5,147.5
Active Listings820134
Rental Inventory2038832
Days on Market8477
Price Cut Share11.5%11.9%
Monthly Sales Volume5711
YoY Price Change+3.6%-49.7%
YoY Rent Change+7.8%+15.7%
YoY Inventory Change+6.5%+5.5%
Subway Lines1 A CF J M Z

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in All Upper Manhattan moved +3.6% over the past year, compared to -49.7% in East Village. All Upper Manhattan is seeing price appreciation while East Village has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

All Upper Manhattan

Upper Manhattan extends from 110th Street to the northern tip of the island, encompassing Washington Heights, Inwood, Hamilton Heights, West Harlem, Central Harlem, East Harlem, and Morningside Heights. The housing stock includes prewar elevator co-ops, Art Deco apartment buildings along the Grand Concourse approach, brownstone townhouses, and new construction condominiums. The A/C, 1, and B/D trains provide express service to Midtown and Downtown.

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East Village

The East Village remains New York’s epicenter of counter-culture and artistic expression. Known for its active street life, community gardens, and legendary music venues, the neighborhood offers an energy unlike any other. The real estate market is characterized by historic tenement-style cooperatives, historic low-rise walk-ups, and a growing selection of modern boutique condominiums that offer luxury amenities in Downtown Manhattan.

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Transit Access

All Upper Manhattan

1AC

181 St (1 A) — 0.4 mi

175 St (A) — 0.4 mi

168 St (1 A C) — 0.5 mi

163 St-Amsterdam Av (C) — 0.7 mi

East Village

FJMZ

Second Ave (F) — 0.5 mi

Delancey St-Essex St (F J M Z) — 0.6 mi

Active Listings

All Upper Manhattan for sale

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East Village for sale

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is All Upper Manhattan cheaper than East Village?
East Village is more affordable, with a median sale price of $550,000 vs $642,500 in All Upper Manhattan. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, All Upper Manhattan or East Village?
All Upper Manhattan has access to 3 subway lines and East Village has 4, making East Village the stronger option for transit access. All Upper Manhattan has 3 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, All Upper Manhattan or East Village?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. All Upper Manhattan and East Village both offer a mix of apartment and multi-room units in co-ops, condos, and townhouses. Larger 3- and 4-bedroom units, including townhouses and multi-family properties, tend to be more available in lower-density areas. Reviewing active listings filtered by bedroom count is the most reliable way to see what each neighborhood currently offers for larger households. A licensed broker can pull current inventory by bedroom count across both areas for a direct comparison.
Should I buy in All Upper Manhattan or East Village?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both All Upper Manhattan and East Village gives you the clearest picture of what your budget gets in each location. Request a free CMA from Milton Coste to get a side-by-side breakdown of current opportunities.

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