NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Manhattan
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For buyers focused on affordability, Morningside Heights has the lower median sale price at $975K vs $1.1M in Central Park South.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Central Park South offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Central Park South, which is served by 15 subway lines compared to 5 in Morningside Heights.
| Metric | Central Park South | Morningside Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $1,072,500 | $975,000 |
| Median Condo Price | N/A | $1,712,500 |
| Median Co-op Price | $1,900,000 | $655,000 |
| Median Rent | $12,000 | $4,425 |
| Active Listings | 74 | 80 |
| Rental Inventory | 50 | 100 |
| Days on Market | 80.5 | 35 |
| Price Cut Share | 17.6% | 10.0% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 2 | 9 |
| YoY Price Change | -57.9% | +4.8% |
| YoY Rent Change | +50.1% | +2.4% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +12.1% | -14.9% |
| Subway Lines | 1 4 5 6 A B C D E F M N Q R W | 1 A B C D |
Prices in Central Park South moved -57.9% over the past year, compared to +4.8% in Morningside Heights. Morningside Heights is seeing price appreciation while Central Park South has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.
Central Park South is one of the most recognized and sought-after residential stretches in the world. Often associated with 'Billionaires' Row,' the neighborhood offers unparalleled, unobstructed views of Central Park. The real estate market is a mix of legendary pre-war cooperatives, historic hotels-turned-residences, and soaring ultra-luxury glass towers that provide the pinnacle of New York City living and white-glove service.
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 Report57 St (F N Q R W) — 0.1 mi
59 St-Columbus Circle (1 A B C D) — 0.3 mi
5 Av/53 St (E M) — 0.4 mi
66 St-Lincoln Center (1) — 0.6 mi
59 St (4 5 6) — 0.7 mi
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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