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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

East Village vs Hunts Point

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

Manhattan|Bronx

East Village

Manhattan

Hunts Point

Bronx

How They Compare

Commuters have more transit options in East Village, which is served by 4 subway lines compared to 0 in Hunts Point.

Median Sale Price
$550K
$0
Median Rent
$5K
$4K
Active Listings
134
2
Avg Days on Market
77 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-49.7%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
11
3

Detailed Comparison

MetricEast VillageHunts Point
Median Sale Price$550,000$0
Median Condo Price$1,300,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$697,500N/A
Median Rent$5,147.5$3,702.5
Active Listings1342
Rental Inventory8322
Days on Market770
Price Cut Share11.9%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume113
YoY Price Change-49.7%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+15.7%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change+5.5%+100.0%
Subway LinesF J M ZN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in East Village moved -49.7% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in Hunts Point. Both markets have seen price softening, with East Village 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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Hunts Point

Hunts Point is a South Bronx neighborhood anchored by the Hunts Point Cooperative Market, one of the largest food distribution centers in the world. The residential stock includes prewar walk-up apartments, public housing developments, and a growing number of new affordable and mixed-income buildings. The 6 train at Hunts Point Avenue and Longwood Avenue stations connect to Midtown Manhattan.

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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

Hunts Point

No subway data available

Active Listings

East Village for sale

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Hunts Point 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 Hunts Point?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, East Village or Hunts Point?
East Village has access to 4 subway lines and Hunts Point has 0, making East Village the stronger option for transit access. Hunts Point has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, East Village or Hunts Point?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. East Village and Hunts Point 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 Hunts Point?
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 Hunts Point 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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