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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

All Upper East Side vs Little Italy

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

All Upper East Side

Manhattan

Little Italy

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, All Upper East Side has the lower median sale price at $1.3M vs $1.6M in Little Italy.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find All Upper East Side offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.

Commuters have more transit options in Little Italy, which is served by 13 subway lines compared to 3 in All Upper East Side.

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$1.6M
Median Rent
$4K
$5K
Active Listings
1593
9
Avg Days on Market
59 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+31.0%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
170
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricAll Upper East SideLittle Italy
Median Sale Price$1,332,500$1,566,781.5
Median Condo Price$1,800,000$1,566,781.5
Median Co-op Price$1,167,500N/A
Median Rent$4,270$4,850
Active Listings15939
Rental Inventory168643
Days on Market590
Price Cut Share13.1%36.4%
Monthly Sales Volume1701
YoY Price Change+31.0%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+6.9%-7.0%
YoY Inventory Change-3.7%+28.6%
Subway Lines4 5 61 6 A B C D E J N Q R W Z

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

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

Neighborhood Profiles

All Upper East Side

The Upper East Side stretches along Central Park from 59th to 96th Streets, encompassing Lenox Hill, Carnegie Hill, Yorkville, and the Museum Mile. The housing stock is predominantly prewar cooperative apartments in white-glove doorman buildings, complemented by luxury condominiums and historic limestone townhouses. The 4/5/6 trains run along Lexington Avenue, and the Q train serves Second Avenue with newer stations.

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Little Italy

Little Italy occupies a compact corridor along Mulberry Street in Lower Manhattan between Canal and Houston Streets, defined by red-brick tenement buildings, prewar walk-ups, and cast-iron-facade commercial structures dating to the late 19th century. St. Patrick's Old Cathedral, completed in 1815, anchors the neighborhood's architectural heritage alongside narrow storefronts and fire-escape-lined facades. The 6 train at Spring Street, N/R/W at Canal Street, and J/Z at Bowery place multiple subway options within a short walk.

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Transit Access

All 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

Little Italy

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Grand St (B D) — 0.2 mi

Bowery (J Z) — 0.2 mi

Canal St (1 6 A C E J N Q R W Z) — 0.2 mi

Spring St (6 C E) — 0.2 mi

Prince St (N R W) — 0.4 mi

Active Listings

All Upper East Side for sale

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Little Italy 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 All Upper East Side cheaper than Little Italy?
Yes, All Upper East Side has a lower median sale price at $1,332,500 compared to $1,566,781.5 in Little Italy 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, All Upper East Side or Little Italy?
All Upper East Side has access to 3 subway lines and Little Italy has 13, making Little Italy the stronger option for transit access. All Upper East Side has 3 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, All Upper East Side or Little Italy?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. All Upper East Side and Little Italy 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 All Upper East Side or Little Italy?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both All Upper East Side and Little Italy 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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