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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

East Village vs Throgs Neck

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

Manhattan|Bronx

East Village

Manhattan

Throgs Neck

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, East Village has the lower median sale price at $550K vs $809K in Throgs Neck.

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 0 in Throgs Neck.

Median Sale Price
$550K
$809K
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
134
13
Avg Days on Market
77 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-49.7%
+32.6%
Monthly Sales Volume
11
10

Detailed Comparison

MetricEast VillageThrogs Neck
Median Sale Price$550,000$809,100
Median Condo Price$1,300,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$697,500$273,600
Median Rent$5,147.5$2,576
Active Listings13413
Rental Inventory83223
Days on Market770
Price Cut Share11.9%6.7%
Monthly Sales Volume1110
YoY Price Change-49.7%+32.6%
YoY Rent Change+15.7%-4.6%
YoY Inventory Change+5.5%+18.2%
Subway LinesF J M ZN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in East Village moved -49.7% over the past year, compared to +32.6% in Throgs Neck. Throgs Neck is seeing price appreciation while East Village has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

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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Throgs Neck

Throgs Neck is a waterfront Bronx neighborhood of single-family brick homes, two-family houses, and low-rise apartment buildings on a peninsula between the East River and Long Island Sound. The neighborhood is connected by bus to the 6 train at Pelham Bay Park, and the Throgs Neck Bridge provides direct highway access to Long Island. Throgs Neck Park and the SUNY Maritime College campus line the waterfront.

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Transit Access

East Village

FJMZ

Second Ave (F) — 0.5 mi

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

Throgs Neck

No subway data available

Active Listings

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 East Village cheaper than Throgs Neck?
Yes, East Village has a lower median sale price at $550,000 compared to $809,100 in Throgs Neck as of the most recent market data. Co-op and condo prices within each neighborhood can vary significantly, so the right fit depends on property type and building.
Which has better transit, East Village or Throgs Neck?
East Village has access to 4 subway lines and Throgs Neck has 0, making East Village the stronger option for transit access. Throgs Neck has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, East Village or Throgs Neck?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. East Village and Throgs Neck 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 East Village or Throgs Neck?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both East Village and Throgs Neck 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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