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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Hunts Point vs Upper East Side

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

Bronx|Manhattan

Hunts Point

Bronx

Upper East Side

Manhattan

How They Compare

Commuters have more transit options in Upper East Side, which is served by 3 subway lines compared to 0 in Hunts Point.

Median Sale Price
$0
$1.3M
Median Rent
$4K
$4K
Active Listings
2
1593
Avg Days on Market
0 days
59 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
+31.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
3
170

Detailed Comparison

MetricHunts PointUpper East Side
Median Sale Price$0$1,332,500
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,800,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$1,167,500
Median Rent$3,702.5$4,270
Active Listings21593
Rental Inventory21686
Days on Market059
Price Cut Share0.0%13.1%
Monthly Sales Volume3170
YoY Price Change0.0%+31.0%
YoY Rent Change0.0%+6.9%
YoY Inventory Change+100.0%-3.7%
Subway LinesN/A4 5 6

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Hunts Point moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to +31.0% in Upper East Side. The +31.0% gain in Upper East Side reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

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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Upper East Side

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

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Transit Access

Hunts Point

No subway data available

Upper East Side

456

77 St (6) — 0.2 mi

86 St (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi

68 St-Hunter College (6) — 0.5 mi

Active Listings

Hunts Point for sale

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Upper East Side 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 Hunts Point cheaper than Upper East Side?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Hunts Point or Upper East Side?
Hunts Point has access to 0 subway lines and Upper East Side has 3, making Upper East Side 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, Hunts Point or Upper East Side?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Hunts Point and Upper East Side 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 Hunts Point or Upper East Side?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Hunts Point and Upper East Side 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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