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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

East Tremont vs Midtown West

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

Bronx|Manhattan

East Tremont

Bronx

Midtown West

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, East Tremont has the lower median sale price at $800K vs $990K in Midtown West.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find Midtown West 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 0 in East Tremont.

Median Sale Price
$800K
$990K
Median Rent
$2K
$5K
Active Listings
6
408
Avg Days on Market
0 days
111 days
YoY Price Change
+93.9%
-7.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
5
29

Detailed Comparison

MetricEast TremontMidtown West
Median Sale Price$800,000$990,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,234,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$570,000
Median Rent$1,900$4,700
Active Listings6408
Rental Inventory71205
Days on Market0111
Price Cut Share7.7%9.8%
Monthly Sales Volume529
YoY Price Change+93.9%-7.9%
YoY Rent Change-11.6%+4.0%
YoY Inventory Change-40.0%+17.6%
Subway LinesN/A1 2 3 7 A C E F M N Q R S W

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in East Tremont moved +93.9% over the past year, compared to -7.9% in Midtown West. East Tremont is seeing price appreciation while Midtown West has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

East Tremont

East Tremont is a Bronx neighborhood of prewar walk-up apartment buildings, low-rise row houses, and a cluster of newer affordable housing developments along Tremont Avenue. The 2 and 5 trains provide subway service at West Farms Square-East Tremont Avenue station, and the Cross Bronx Expressway runs along the southern border. Bronx Park and the Bronx Zoo are directly accessible from the neighborhood.

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Midtown West

Midtown 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.

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Transit Access

East Tremont

No subway data available

Midtown West

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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) — 0.2 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

Active Listings

East Tremont for sale

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Midtown West 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 East Tremont cheaper than Midtown West?
Yes, East Tremont has a lower median sale price at $800,000 compared to $990,000 in Midtown West as of the most recent market data. Co-op and condo prices within each neighborhood can vary significantly, so the right fit depends on property type and building.
Which has better transit, East Tremont or Midtown West?
East Tremont has access to 0 subway lines and Midtown West has 14, making Midtown West the stronger option for transit access. East Tremont has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, East Tremont or Midtown West?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. East Tremont and Midtown West 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 East Tremont or Midtown West?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both East Tremont and Midtown West 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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