NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Queens
Manhattan
For buyers focused on affordability, Kew Gardens has the lower median sale price at $260K vs $983K in Lower East Side.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Kew Gardens 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 0 in Kew Gardens.
| Metric | Kew Gardens | Lower East Side |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $260,000 | $982,500 |
| Median Condo Price | $410,670 | $1,100,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | $260,000 | $710,000 |
| Median Rent | $2,795 | $4,895 |
| Active Listings | 65 | 179 |
| Rental Inventory | 119 | 380 |
| Days on Market | 88 | 113 |
| Price Cut Share | 15.4% | 15.1% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 11 | 10 |
| YoY Price Change | -5.5% | +41.4% |
| YoY Rent Change | +18.9% | +8.9% |
| YoY Inventory Change | -8.5% | +4.1% |
| Subway Lines | N/A | B D F J M Z |
Prices in Kew Gardens moved -5.5% over the past year, compared to +41.4% in Lower East Side. Lower East Side is seeing price appreciation while Kew Gardens has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.
Kew Gardens is a lush and architecturally rich neighborhood in Central Queens, often described as a 'village in the city.' Bordering the massive Forest Park, the area offers abundant green space and a relaxed residential atmosphere. The real estate market is famous for its historic pre-war cooperatives, historic Tudor-style homes, and modern condominiums, providing a high quality of life with excellent transit links via the LIRR and the E/F subway lines.
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 ReportNo subway data available
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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