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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, Midtown East has the lower median sale price at $775K vs $990K in Midtown West.
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 Midtown West, which is served by 14 subway lines compared to 7 in Midtown East.
| Metric | Midtown East | Midtown West |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $775,000 | $990,000 |
| Median Condo Price | $990,000 | $1,234,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | $628,000 | $570,000 |
| Median Rent | $4,895 | $4,700 |
| Active Listings | 1163 | 408 |
| Rental Inventory | 1710 | 1205 |
| Days on Market | 60 | 111 |
| Price Cut Share | 13.2% | 9.8% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 95 | 29 |
| YoY Price Change | -16.2% | -7.9% |
| YoY Rent Change | +8.8% | +4.0% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +1.8% | +17.6% |
| Subway Lines | 4 5 6 7 E M S | 1 2 3 7 A C E F M N Q R S W |
Prices in Midtown East moved -16.2% over the past year, compared to -7.9% in Midtown West. Both markets have seen price softening, with Midtown East declining more sharply over the measured period.
Midtown 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 ReportMidtown West is a Manhattan neighborhood adjacent to Times Square, Broadway, and the Hudson River. Housing stock ranges from historic pre-war cooperatives to newer condominium towers, with dense subway coverage via the A/C/E, 1/2/3, and N/Q/R/W lines.
View Full Market ReportGrand 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
Times Sq-42 St (1 2 3 7 N Q R S W) — 0.2 mi
42 St-Port Authority (A C E) — 0.2 mi
57 St (F N Q R W) — 0.5 mi
5 Av/53 St (E M) — 0.6 mi
34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 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.
With 25+ years of experience across all five boroughs, I can help you find the right neighborhood for your lifestyle and budget.
