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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Chelsea vs Melrose

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

Manhattan|Bronx

Chelsea

Manhattan

Melrose

Bronx

How They Compare

Commuters have more transit options in Chelsea, which is served by 14 subway lines compared to 0 in Melrose.

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$0
Median Rent
$6K
$2K
Active Listings
366
4
Avg Days on Market
60.5 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-19.4%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
39
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricChelseaMelrose
Median Sale Price$1,250,000$0
Median Condo Price$3,052,500N/A
Median Co-op Price$830,000N/A
Median Rent$5,975$2,322.5
Active Listings3664
Rental Inventory7218
Days on Market60.50
Price Cut Share12.8%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume391
YoY Price Change-19.4%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+7.7%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change-12.9%0.0%
Subway Lines1 2 3 A B C D E F M N Q R WN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Chelsea moved -19.4% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in Melrose. Both markets have seen price softening, with Chelsea declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Chelsea

Chelsea is the epicenter of New York’s contemporary art world and a hub for innovative architecture. Home to the High Line and Chelsea Market, the neighborhood mixes industrial history with modern luxury. The real estate market here is dominated by high-end condominium developments designed by world-renowned architects, alongside historic pre-war lofts and historic townhouses in the Chelsea Historic District.

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Melrose

Melrose features 19th-century brownstones, neo-Renaissance apartment houses, and modern LEED-certified developments like Via Verde, all anchored by the commercial corridors along Third Avenue and Melrose Avenue. The 2 and 5 trains stop at East 149th Street, the 4 train serves nearby stations, and St. Mary's Park provides 35 acres of green space on the neighborhood's edge.

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Transit Access

Chelsea

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34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.6 mi

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.7 mi

Melrose

No subway data available

Active Listings

Chelsea for sale

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Melrose 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 Chelsea cheaper than Melrose?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Chelsea or Melrose?
Chelsea has access to 14 subway lines and Melrose has 0, making Chelsea the stronger option for transit access. Melrose has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Chelsea or Melrose?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Chelsea and Melrose 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 Chelsea or Melrose?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Chelsea and Melrose 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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