NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Brooklyn
Manhattan
For buyers focused on affordability, Midtown East has the lower median sale price at $775K vs $830K in Downtown Brooklyn.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Midtown East offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Downtown Brooklyn, which is served by 8 subway lines compared to 7 in Midtown East.
| Metric | Downtown Brooklyn | Midtown East |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $830,000 | $775,000 |
| Median Condo Price | $1,395,000 | $990,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | $877,953 | $628,000 |
| Median Rent | $4,780 | $4,895 |
| Active Listings | 129 | 1163 |
| Rental Inventory | 688 | 1710 |
| Days on Market | 46 | 60 |
| Price Cut Share | 10.1% | 13.2% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 11 | 95 |
| YoY Price Change | -9.5% | -16.2% |
| YoY Rent Change | +8.4% | +8.8% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +38.7% | +1.8% |
| Subway Lines | 2 3 4 5 A C F R | 4 5 6 7 E M S |
Prices in Downtown Brooklyn moved -9.5% 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.
Downtown Brooklyn features a mixture of historic brownstones and modern high-rise architecture. The area is built around major transit hubs, including LIRR access and multiple subway lines. Residents benefit from green space in Brooklyn Bridge Park and prominent local landmarks.
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 ReportCourt St (R) — 0.1 mi
Borough Hall (2 3 4 5) — 0.1 mi
Jay St-MetroTech (A C F R) — 0.2 mi
Clark St (2 3) — 0.3 mi
High St (A C) — 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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