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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

East Village vs Windsor Terrace

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

Manhattan|Brooklyn

East Village

Manhattan

Windsor Terrace

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, East Village has the lower median sale price at $550K vs $825K in Windsor Terrace.

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 Windsor Terrace.

Median Sale Price
$550K
$825K
Median Rent
$5K
$4K
Active Listings
134
41
Avg Days on Market
77 days
31.5 days
YoY Price Change
-49.7%
-54.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
11
11

Detailed Comparison

MetricEast VillageWindsor Terrace
Median Sale Price$550,000$825,000
Median Condo Price$1,300,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$697,500$837,250
Median Rent$5,147.5$3,897.5
Active Listings13441
Rental Inventory83266
Days on Market7731.5
Price Cut Share11.9%4.9%
Monthly Sales Volume1111
YoY Price Change-49.7%-54.8%
YoY Rent Change+15.7%+2.6%
YoY Inventory Change+5.5%-18.0%
Subway LinesF J M ZN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in East Village moved -49.7% over the past year, compared to -54.8% in Windsor Terrace. Both markets have seen price softening, with Windsor Terrace declining more sharply over the measured period.

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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Windsor Terrace

Windsor Terrace borders Prospect Park on three sides and Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, creating a compact residential neighborhood of brick and limestone rowhouses, Victorian-era wood-frame homes, and prewar apartment buildings along Prospect Avenue, Seeley Street, and Vanderbilt Street. The F and G trains stop at 15th Street-Prospect Park and Fort Hamilton Parkway, providing connections to Downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan. Prospect Park's Parade Ground, the city's oldest recreational facility, sits at the neighborhood's southeastern edge.

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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

Windsor Terrace

No subway data available

Active Listings

East Village for sale

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Windsor Terrace 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 Windsor Terrace?
Yes, East Village has a lower median sale price at $550,000 compared to $825,000 in Windsor Terrace 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 Windsor Terrace?
East Village has access to 4 subway lines and Windsor Terrace has 0, making East Village the stronger option for transit access. Windsor Terrace has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, East Village or Windsor Terrace?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. East Village and Windsor Terrace 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 Windsor Terrace?
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 Windsor Terrace 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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