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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Longwood vs Midtown West

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

Bronx|Manhattan

Longwood

Bronx

Midtown West

Manhattan

How They Compare

Commuters have more transit options in Midtown West, which is served by 14 subway lines compared to 0 in Longwood.

Median Sale Price
$0
$990K
Median Rent
$2K
$5K
Active Listings
1
408
Avg Days on Market
0 days
111 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
-7.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
3
29

Detailed Comparison

MetricLongwoodMidtown West
Median Sale Price$0$990,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,234,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$570,000
Median Rent$2,000$4,700
Active Listings1408
Rental Inventory11205
Days on Market0111
Price Cut Share0.0%9.8%
Monthly Sales Volume329
YoY Price Change0.0%-7.9%
YoY Rent Change+28.0%+4.0%
YoY Inventory Change-80.0%+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 Longwood moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to -7.9% in Midtown West. Both markets have seen price softening, with Midtown West declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Longwood

Longwood's Landmarks-designated Historic District preserves neo-Renaissance and Romanesque Revival rowhouses along Beck Street, Kelly Street, and East 156th Street, built between 1895 and 1910 by architect Warren C. Dickerson. The 2, 5, and 6 trains provide subway access along Southern Boulevard and nearby stations, with St. Mary's Park anchoring the neighborhood's southern edge.

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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

Longwood

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

Longwood 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 Longwood cheaper than Midtown West?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Longwood or Midtown West?
Longwood has access to 0 subway lines and Midtown West has 14, making Midtown West the stronger option for transit access. Longwood has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Longwood or Midtown West?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Longwood 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 Longwood 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 Longwood 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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