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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Longwood vs Melrose

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

Bronx|Bronx

Longwood

Bronx

Melrose

Bronx

Median Sale Price
$0
$0
Median Rent
$2K
$2K
Active Listings
1
4
Avg Days on Market
0 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
3
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricLongwoodMelrose
Median Sale Price$0$0
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,000$2,322.5
Active Listings14
Rental Inventory18
Days on Market00
Price Cut Share0.0%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume31
YoY Price Change0.0%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+28.0%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change-80.0%0.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

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

Neighborhood Profiles

Longwood

Longwood's Landmarks-designated Historic District preserves neo-Renaissance and Romanesque Revival rowhouses along Beck Street, Kelly Street, and East 156th Street, built between 1895 and 1910 by architect Warren C. Dickerson. The 2, 5, and 6 trains provide subway access along Southern Boulevard and nearby stations, with St. Mary's Park anchoring the neighborhood's southern edge.

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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

Longwood

No subway data available

Melrose

No subway data available

Active Listings

Longwood 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 Longwood 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, Longwood or Melrose?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Longwood or Melrose?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Longwood 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 Longwood 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 Longwood 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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