NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
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For buyers focused on affordability, Roosevelt Island has the lower median sale price at $965K vs $1.0M in Gowanus.
| Metric | Gowanus | Roosevelt Island |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $1,045,000 | $965,000 |
| Median Condo Price | $775,000 | N/A |
| Median Co-op Price | N/A | $516,984 |
| Median Rent | $4,850 | $4,436 |
| Active Listings | 19 | 23 |
| Rental Inventory | 295 | 65 |
| Days on Market | 43 | 42 |
| Price Cut Share | 15.8% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 1 | 6 |
| YoY Price Change | +51.6% | 0.0% |
| YoY Rent Change | +7.8% | +0.8% |
| YoY Inventory Change | -38.7% | -37.8% |
| Subway Lines | N/A | N/A |
Prices in Gowanus moved +51.6% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in Roosevelt Island. The +51.6% gain in Gowanus reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.
Gowanus features a striking mix of 19th-century brick warehouses, Greek Revival rowhouses, and new glass-and-steel condominiums rising along the canal waterfront. The F, G, R, D, and N/W trains are accessible at nearby Smith-Ninth Streets and Fourth Avenue-Ninth Street stations, with Atlantic Terminal a short walk north. Washington Park and the Old Stone House landmark anchor the neighborhood's green space, while a major rezoning is bringing thousands of new residential units and waterfront parkland to the area.
View Full Market ReportRoosevelt Island is a unique and low-traffic residential community situated in the East River between Manhattan and Queens. Known for its car-free streets, abundant green space, and stunning skyline views, it offers a retreat from the city's bustle. The real estate market is primarily composed of modern high-rise cooperatives and condominiums that provide a high quality of life with easy access to Manhattan via the iconic tram or the F train.
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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.
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