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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Jackson Heights vs Morris Heights

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

Queens|Bronx

Jackson Heights

Queens

Morris Heights

Bronx

How They Compare

Commuters have more transit options in Jackson Heights, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 1 in Morris Heights.

Median Sale Price
$415K
$0
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
201
7
Avg Days on Market
63.5 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
29
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricJackson HeightsMorris Heights
Median Sale Price$415,000$0
Median Condo Price$520,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$369,500N/A
Median Rent$2,474.5$2,550
Active Listings2017
Rental Inventory10416
Days on Market63.50
Price Cut Share11.4%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume291
YoY Price Change0.0%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+3.3%+15.9%
YoY Inventory Change-0.5%+250.0%
Subway Lines7 E F M R1

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Both Jackson Heights and Morris Heights saw prices shift 0.0% over the past year. Comparable year-over-year movement suggests both markets are tracking similar citywide conditions.

Neighborhood Profiles

Jackson Heights

Jackson Heights is a landmarked planned community originally built in the early 1900s, featuring prewar garden cooperatives with interior courtyards that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Approximately 80% of the housing stock consists of co-ops, with the remainder split among attached single-family homes, multi-family row houses, and detached residences, all served by the 7, E, F, M, and R trains at the Roosevelt Avenue hub. Travers Park provides green space, and the commercial corridors along Roosevelt Avenue and 37th Avenue anchor the neighborhood's retail activity.

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Morris Heights

Morris Heights sits along the Harlem River in the western Bronx, featuring five- and six-story Art Deco and neo-Renaissance apartment buildings along Sedgwick and University Avenues, many with decorative facades and interior courtyards. The 4 train runs along Jerome Avenue, connecting residents directly to Midtown Manhattan. Roberto Clemente State Park anchors the waterfront with 25 acres of athletic fields and a promenade.

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Transit Access

Jackson Heights

7EFMR

Jackson Heights (7 E F M R) — 0.7 mi

Morris Heights

1

181 St (1) — 0.5 mi

191 St (1) — 0.5 mi

Active Listings

Jackson Heights 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 Jackson Heights cheaper than Morris Heights?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Jackson Heights or Morris Heights?
Jackson Heights has access to 5 subway lines and Morris Heights has 1, making Jackson Heights the stronger option for transit access. Morris Heights has 1 line, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Jackson Heights or Morris Heights?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Jackson Heights and Morris Heights 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 Jackson Heights or Morris Heights?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Jackson Heights and Morris Heights 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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