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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Morris Heights vs St. Albans

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

Bronx|Queens

Morris Heights

Bronx

St. Albans

Queens

How They Compare

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

Median Sale Price
$0
$737K
Median Rent
$3K
$2K
Active Listings
7
22
Avg Days on Market
0 days
68.5 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
+0.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
1
22

Detailed Comparison

MetricMorris HeightsSt. Albans
Median Sale Price$0$737,000
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/AN/A
Median Rent$2,550$2,050
Active Listings722
Rental Inventory168
Days on Market068.5
Price Cut Share0.0%9.1%
Monthly Sales Volume122
YoY Price Change0.0%+0.3%
YoY Rent Change+15.9%-6.8%
YoY Inventory Change+250.0%-24.1%
Subway Lines1N/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Morris Heights moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to +0.3% in St. Albans. The +0.3% gain in St. Albans reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

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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St. Albans

St. Albans is a residential Queens neighborhood of single-family homes, many in Tudor and Colonial styles, built primarily in the 1920s through 1940s on tree-lined streets with generous lots. The LIRR St. Albans station provides commuter rail service to Penn Station, and bus connections reach the E train at Jamaica Center. Roy Wilkins Recreation Center offers a public pool, ice rink, and sports facilities.

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Transit Access

Morris Heights

1

181 St (1) — 0.5 mi

191 St (1) — 0.5 mi

St. Albans

No subway data available

Active Listings

Morris Heights for sale

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St. Albans 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 Morris Heights cheaper than St. Albans?
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 St. Albans?
Morris Heights has access to 1 subway line and St. Albans has 0, making Morris Heights the stronger option for transit access. St. Albans has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Morris Heights or St. Albans?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Morris Heights and St. Albans 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 St. Albans?
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 St. Albans 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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