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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Midtown vs Tremont

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

Manhattan|Bronx

Midtown

Manhattan

Tremont

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Tremont has the lower median sale price at $537K vs $2.1M in Midtown.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find Tremont 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 Tremont.

Median Sale Price
$2.1M
$537K
Median Rent
$6K
$2K
Active Listings
369
4
Avg Days on Market
96 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
+19.7%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
22
3

Detailed Comparison

MetricMidtownTremont
Median Sale Price$2,095,000$537,499.5
Median Condo Price$2,187,500N/A
Median Co-op Price$834,500N/A
Median Rent$6,000$2,222.5
Active Listings3694
Rental Inventory40920
Days on Market960
Price Cut Share7.0%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume223
YoY Price Change+19.7%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+21.2%-5.4%
YoY Inventory Change+10.5%-33.3%
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 0.0% in Tremont. The +19.7% gain in Midtown 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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Tremont

Tremont is a central Bronx neighborhood of prewar walk-up apartment buildings, Art Deco-era co-ops along the Grand Concourse, and scattered two-family homes on side streets. The B/D trains at Tremont Avenue and the 4 train at nearby Burnside Avenue provide subway access to Manhattan. The neighborhood sits between Crotona Park and the Grand Concourse Historic District.

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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

Tremont

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 Tremont?
Tremont is more affordable, with a median sale price of $537,499.5 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 Tremont?
Midtown has access to 19 subway lines and Tremont has 0, making Midtown the stronger option for transit access. Tremont has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Midtown or Tremont?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Midtown and Tremont 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 Tremont?
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 Tremont 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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