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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Flushing vs Midtown West

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

Queens|Manhattan

Flushing

Queens

Midtown West

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Flushing has the lower median sale price at $568K vs $990K in Midtown West.

Commuters have more transit options in Midtown West, which is served by 14 subway lines compared to 0 in Flushing.

Median Sale Price
$568K
$990K
Median Rent
$3K
$5K
Active Listings
332
408
Avg Days on Market
64 days
111 days
YoY Price Change
-9.6%
-7.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
61
29

Detailed Comparison

MetricFlushingMidtown West
Median Sale Price$567,875$990,000
Median Condo Price$628,000$1,234,000
Median Co-op Price$333,500$570,000
Median Rent$2,700$4,700
Active Listings332408
Rental Inventory2081205
Days on Market64111
Price Cut Share5.4%9.8%
Monthly Sales Volume6129
YoY Price Change-9.6%-7.9%
YoY Rent Change0.0%+4.0%
YoY Inventory Change+41.3%+17.6%
Subway LinesN/A1 2 3 7 A C E F M N Q R S W

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Flushing moved -9.6% over the past year, compared to -7.9% in Midtown West. Both markets have seen price softening, with Flushing declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Flushing

Flushing is a world-class commercial and residential hub, known for its incredible energy and cultural depth. As one of the city's most important transit and retail centers, it offers a high-energy lifestyle with unparalleled dining and shopping. The real estate market has seen a dramatic transformation with the arrival of ultra-modern luxury glass towers and mixed-use developments, alongside a solid stock of traditional cooperatives and multi-family homes.

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Midtown West

Midtown West is a Manhattan neighborhood adjacent to Times Square, Broadway, and the Hudson River. Housing stock ranges from historic pre-war cooperatives to newer condominium towers, with dense subway coverage via the A/C/E, 1/2/3, and N/Q/R/W lines.

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Transit Access

Flushing

No subway data available

Midtown West

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Times Sq-42 St (1 2 3 7 N Q R S W) — 0.2 mi

42 St-Port Authority (A C E) — 0.2 mi

57 St (F N Q R W) — 0.5 mi

5 Av/53 St (E M) — 0.6 mi

34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.6 mi

Active Listings

Flushing for sale

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Midtown West 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 Flushing cheaper than Midtown West?
Yes, Flushing has a lower median sale price at $567,875 compared to $990,000 in Midtown West 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, Flushing or Midtown West?
Flushing has access to 0 subway lines and Midtown West has 14, making Midtown West the stronger option for transit access. Flushing has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Flushing or Midtown West?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Flushing and Midtown West 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 Flushing or Midtown West?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Flushing and Midtown West 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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