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 $1.8M in Greenwich Village.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Morningside Heights offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
| Metric | Greenwich Village | Morningside Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $1,800,000 | $975,000 |
| Median Condo Price | $1,800,000 | $1,712,500 |
| Median Co-op Price | $1,668,734 | $655,000 |
| Median Rent | $5,400 | $4,425 |
| Active Listings | 262 | 80 |
| Rental Inventory | 222 | 100 |
| Days on Market | 54 | 35 |
| Price Cut Share | 10.7% | 10.0% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 43 | 9 |
| YoY Price Change | +36.1% | +4.8% |
| YoY Rent Change | +5.4% | +2.4% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +7.4% | -14.9% |
| Subway Lines | C E N R W | 1 A B C D |
Prices in Greenwich Village moved +36.1% over the past year, compared to +4.8% in Morningside Heights. The +36.1% gain in Greenwich Village reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.
Greenwich Village, or 'The Village,' remains the heart of New York’s creative history and intellectual life. Defined by its winding, non-grid streets and the iconic Washington Square Park, the neighborhood offers a unique sense of place. The real estate market is highly sought after, featuring some of the city's most beautiful historic townhouses, gold-coast cooperatives, and discreet luxury developments that maintain the area's low-rise charm.
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 ReportSpring St (C E) — 0.5 mi
Prince St (N R W) — 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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