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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Midtown vs Throgs Neck

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

Manhattan|Bronx

Midtown

Manhattan

Throgs Neck

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Throgs Neck has the lower median sale price at $809K vs $2.1M in Midtown.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find Throgs Neck offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.

Commuters have more transit options in Midtown, which is served by 19 subway lines compared to 0 in Throgs Neck.

Median Sale Price
$2.1M
$809K
Median Rent
$6K
$3K
Active Listings
369
13
Avg Days on Market
96 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+19.7%
+32.6%
Monthly Sales Volume
22
10

Detailed Comparison

MetricMidtownThrogs Neck
Median Sale Price$2,095,000$809,100
Median Condo Price$2,187,500N/A
Median Co-op Price$834,500$273,600
Median Rent$6,000$2,576
Active Listings36913
Rental Inventory40923
Days on Market960
Price Cut Share7.0%6.7%
Monthly Sales Volume2210
YoY Price Change+19.7%+32.6%
YoY Rent Change+21.2%-4.6%
YoY Inventory Change+10.5%+18.2%
Subway Lines1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A B C D E F M N Q R S WN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Midtown moved +19.7% over the past year, compared to +32.6% in Throgs Neck. The +32.6% gain in Throgs Neck reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Midtown

Midtown Manhattan is the city's primary commercial and transit hub, home to Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, and the Empire State Building. The residential market features luxury condo towers, classic pre-war cooperatives, and postwar doorman buildings served by nearly every subway line in the system. Properties range from high-floor units with skyline panoramas to well-maintained co-ops along the tree-lined side streets east and west of Fifth Avenue.

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Throgs Neck

Throgs Neck is a waterfront Bronx neighborhood of single-family brick homes, two-family houses, and low-rise apartment buildings on a peninsula between the East River and Long Island Sound. The neighborhood is connected by bus to the 6 train at Pelham Bay Park, and the Throgs Neck Bridge provides direct highway access to Long Island. Throgs Neck Park and the SUNY Maritime College campus line the waterfront.

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Transit Access

Midtown

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Times Sq-42 St (1 2 3 7 N Q R S W) — 0.2 mi

42 St-Port Authority (A C E) — 0.4 mi

Grand Central-42 St (4 5 6 7 S) — 0.4 mi

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.4 mi

34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.5 mi

Throgs Neck

No subway data available

Active Listings

Midtown 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 Midtown cheaper than Throgs Neck?
Throgs Neck is more affordable, with a median sale price of $809,100 vs $2,095,000 in Midtown. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Midtown or Throgs Neck?
Midtown has access to 19 subway lines and Throgs Neck has 0, making Midtown the stronger option for transit access. Throgs Neck has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Midtown or Throgs Neck?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Midtown and Throgs Neck 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 Midtown or Throgs Neck?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Midtown and Throgs Neck 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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