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NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Manhattan
Manhattan
For buyers focused on affordability, Chinatown has the lower median sale price at $550K vs $775K in Midtown East.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Chinatown offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Chinatown, which is served by 16 subway lines compared to 7 in Midtown East.
| Metric | Chinatown | Midtown East |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $550,364 | $775,000 |
| Median Condo Price | $550,364 | $990,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | N/A | $628,000 |
| Median Rent | $4,195 | $4,895 |
| Active Listings | 8 | 1163 |
| Rental Inventory | 36 | 1710 |
| Days on Market | 0 | 60 |
| Price Cut Share | 13.3% | 13.2% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 1 | 95 |
| YoY Price Change | 0.0% | -16.2% |
| YoY Rent Change | +19.9% | +8.8% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +14.3% | +1.8% |
| Subway Lines | 1 4 5 6 A B C D E F J N Q R W Z | 4 5 6 7 E M S |
Prices in Chinatown moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to -16.2% in Midtown East. Both markets have seen price softening, with Midtown East declining more sharply over the measured period.
Chinatown occupies a dense section of Lower Manhattan centered on Canal Street, where 10 subway lines converge including the 6, J, N, Q, R, W, and Z trains, making it one of the most transit-rich neighborhoods below 14th Street. The housing stock consists primarily of prewar walk-up buildings alongside newer condominium developments and the 44-story Confucius Plaza residential tower. Columbus Park, one of the city's earliest public parks, and the 7.8-acre Sara D. Roosevelt Park provide open green space along the neighborhood's edges.
View Full Market ReportMidtown East is a dynamic hub that is the gateway to Manhattan for many. Home to iconic landmarks like Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building, the neighborhood offers unparalleled convenience for commuters and professionals. The residential landscape is a mix of high-rise luxury towers and historic side-street cooperatives, providing a wide array of options for those who want to be at the center of the city's energy.
View Full Market ReportGrand St (B D) — 0.2 mi
Canal St (1 6 A C E J N Q R W Z) — 0.3 mi
Bowery (J Z) — 0.3 mi
East Broadway (F) — 0.4 mi
Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi
Grand Central-42 St (4 5 6 7 S) — 0.3 mi
51 St (6) — 0.3 mi
Lexington Av/53 St (E M) — 0.4 mi
5 Av/53 St (E M) — 0.5 mi
59 St (4 5 6) — 0.7 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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