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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Morris Heights vs Roosevelt Island

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

Bronx|Manhattan

Morris Heights

Bronx

Roosevelt Island

Manhattan

How They Compare

Commuters have more transit options in Morris Heights, which is served by 1 subway line compared to 0 in Roosevelt Island.

Median Sale Price
$0
$965K
Median Rent
$3K
$4K
Active Listings
7
23
Avg Days on Market
0 days
42 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
1
6

Detailed Comparison

MetricMorris HeightsRoosevelt Island
Median Sale Price$0$965,000
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/A$516,984
Median Rent$2,550$4,436
Active Listings723
Rental Inventory1665
Days on Market042
Price Cut Share0.0%8.0%
Monthly Sales Volume16
YoY Price Change0.0%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+15.9%+0.8%
YoY Inventory Change+250.0%-37.8%
Subway Lines1N/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Both Morris Heights and Roosevelt Island saw prices shift 0.0% over the past year. Comparable year-over-year movement suggests both markets are tracking similar citywide conditions.

Neighborhood Profiles

Morris Heights

Morris Heights sits along the Harlem River in the western Bronx, featuring five- and six-story Art Deco and neo-Renaissance apartment buildings along Sedgwick and University Avenues, many with decorative facades and interior courtyards. The 4 train runs along Jerome Avenue, connecting residents directly to Midtown Manhattan. Roberto Clemente State Park anchors the waterfront with 25 acres of athletic fields and a promenade.

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Roosevelt Island

Roosevelt Island is a unique and low-traffic residential community situated in the East River between Manhattan and Queens. Known for its car-free streets, abundant green space, and stunning skyline views, it offers a retreat from the city's bustle. The real estate market is primarily composed of modern high-rise cooperatives and condominiums that provide a high quality of life with easy access to Manhattan via the iconic tram or the F train.

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Transit Access

Morris Heights

1

181 St (1) — 0.5 mi

191 St (1) — 0.5 mi

Roosevelt Island

No subway data available

Active Listings

Morris Heights for sale

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Roosevelt Island 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 is refreshed every 15 minutes per REBNY IDX requirements.

Morris Heights vs Roosevelt Island: Home Price Resilience 2008-2020

From the 2008 financial crisis through the 2020 pandemic, the NYC metro Case-Shiller composite fell about 25% peak-to-trough between 2007 and 2012, then fully recovered by 2017 and gained another 15% through Q1 2020. Morris Heights and Roosevelt Island both tracked this broader NYC arc, with annual closing volume contracting sharply in 2009 and again in Q2 2020 before normalizing.

Roosevelt Island tracked the more resilient Manhattan price path with a 10% to 15% peak-to-trough decline, while Morris Heights moved closer to the broader NYC metro pattern of a 20% to 25% retracement before recovering through 2017.

Source: Per Case-Shiller Home Price Index, NYC metro subset, 2008-2020, cross-referenced with StreetEasy historical price data series.

Metric (2026)Morris HeightsRoosevelt Island
Median Sale Price$0$965,000
Median Rent$2,550/mo$4,436/mo
Year-over-Year Price Change0.0%0.0%
Average Days on Market0 days42 days
Distance to Nearest Subway0.52 miN/A

Table values reflect current 2026 market conditions. Historical 2008-2020 commentary is sourced from Case-Shiller NYC metro composite and StreetEasy historical series.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morris Heights cheaper than Roosevelt Island?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Morris Heights or Roosevelt Island?
Morris Heights has access to 1 subway line and Roosevelt Island has 0, making Morris Heights the stronger option for transit access. Roosevelt Island has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Morris Heights or Roosevelt Island?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Morris Heights and Roosevelt Island 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 Morris Heights or Roosevelt Island?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Morris Heights and Roosevelt Island 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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