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NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
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For buyers focused on affordability, Morningside Heights has the lower median sale price at $975K vs $1.2M in Midwood.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Morningside Heights offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Morningside Heights, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 0 in Midwood.
| Metric | Midwood | Morningside Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $1,160,000 | $975,000 |
| Median Condo Price | $560,000 | $1,712,500 |
| Median Co-op Price | $377,500 | $655,000 |
| Median Rent | $2,790 | $4,425 |
| Active Listings | 171 | 80 |
| Rental Inventory | 182 | 100 |
| Days on Market | 79 | 35 |
| Price Cut Share | 15.8% | 10.0% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 35 | 9 |
| YoY Price Change | +37.3% | +4.8% |
| YoY Rent Change | +5.3% | +2.4% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +14.8% | -14.9% |
| Subway Lines | N/A | 1 A B C D |
Prices in Midwood moved +37.3% over the past year, compared to +4.8% in Morningside Heights. The +37.3% gain in Midwood reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.
Midwood, in Brooklyn, features the Fiske Terrace-Midwood Park Historic District, preserving over 250 early 20th-century homes. Architecture showcases Colonial Revival, Queen Anne, and Craftsman styles across the residential streets. This area is served by major transit lines and is anchored by mature, tree-lined park space.
View Full Market ReportMorningside Heights is often referred to as the 'Academic Acropolis' of New York, home to Columbia University and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Perched on a plateau between Riverside and Morningside Parks, the neighborhood offers a scholarly and serene atmosphere. The real estate market is dominated by grand pre-war cooperatives with high ceilings and classic details, catering to those who appreciate historic architecture and green space.
View Full Market ReportNo subway data available
116 St-Columbia University (1) — 0.2 mi
125 St (1 A B C D) — 0.5 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.
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