NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Manhattan
Manhattan
For buyers focused on affordability, Inwood has the lower median sale price at $484K vs $983K in Lower East Side.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Inwood offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Lower East Side, which is served by 6 subway lines compared to 2 in Inwood.
| Metric | Inwood | Lower East Side |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $484,000 | $982,500 |
| Median Condo Price | N/A | $1,100,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | $435,000 | $710,000 |
| Median Rent | $3,000 | $4,895 |
| Active Listings | 40 | 179 |
| Rental Inventory | 164 | 380 |
| Days on Market | 107 | 113 |
| Price Cut Share | 12.5% | 15.1% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 2 | 10 |
| YoY Price Change | +32.6% | +41.4% |
| YoY Rent Change | +20.0% | +8.9% |
| YoY Inventory Change | 0.0% | +4.1% |
| Subway Lines | 1 A | B D F J M Z |
Prices in Inwood moved +32.6% over the past year, compared to +41.4% in Lower East Side. The +41.4% gain in Lower East Side reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.
Inwood is Manhattan's northernmost neighborhood, offering a lush and hilly landscape that feels worlds away from the city's concrete canyons. Home to Inwood Hill Park, the last remaining natural forest in Manhattan, the area is a haven for nature lovers. The real estate market is known for providing some of the best value in the borough, featuring spacious Art Deco cooperatives and historic pre-war buildings with views of the Hudson and Harlem Rivers.
View Full Market ReportThe Lower East Side (LES) is a neighborhood where New York’s storied history meets its high-end future. Known for its legendary nightlife and deep historic roots, the area has seen a dramatic transformation with the arrival of luxury towers like Essex Crossing. The housing stock is a unique mix of historic walk-up cooperatives, value-driven HDFC units, and ultra-modern condominiums that offer some of the best views in Downtown Manhattan.
View Full Market ReportInwood-207 St (A) — 0.1 mi
207 St (1) — 0.2 mi
215 St (1) — 0.3 mi
Dyckman St (1 A) — 0.3 mi
East Broadway (F) — 0.3 mi
Delancey St-Essex St (F J M Z) — 0.3 mi
Grand St (B D) — 0.5 mi
Bowery (J Z) — 0.5 mi
Second Ave (F) — 0.6 mi
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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