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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Norwood vs Soho

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

Bronx|Manhattan

Norwood

Bronx

Soho

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Norwood has the lower median sale price at $520K vs $3.8M in Soho.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find Norwood offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.

Commuters have more transit options in Soho, which is served by 11 subway lines compared to 0 in Norwood.

Median Sale Price
$520K
$3.8M
Median Rent
$2K
$8K
Active Listings
11
145
Avg Days on Market
0 days
72 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
+25.5%
Monthly Sales Volume
1
12

Detailed Comparison

MetricNorwoodSoho
Median Sale Price$520,000$3,805,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$3,049,999.5
Median Co-op PriceN/A$3,675,000
Median Rent$2,095$8,495
Active Listings11145
Rental Inventory13147
Days on Market072
Price Cut Share0.0%12.4%
Monthly Sales Volume112
YoY Price Change0.0%+25.5%
YoY Rent Change-4.6%+14.0%
YoY Inventory Change+120.0%+0.7%
Subway LinesN/A1 6 A C E J N Q R W Z

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Norwood moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to +25.5% in Soho. The +25.5% gain in Soho reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Norwood

Norwood features a dense residential grid of five- and six-story prewar apartment buildings in Art Deco, Tudor Revival, and neo-Renaissance styles, alongside brick rowhomes and tree-lined side streets in the north-central Bronx. The D train at Norwood-205th Street and the 4 train at Mosholu Parkway provide express service to Manhattan. The neighborhood is framed by Van Cortlandt Park to the north, the New York Botanical Garden to the east, and the landscaped Mosholu Parkway connecting them.

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Soho

SoHo contains the world's largest concentration of cast-iron architecture, with approximately 250 landmarked buildings within the SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District. The housing stock centers on spacious loft conversions with high ceilings and oversized windows, alongside luxury condominiums and pre-war walk-ups, served by the C, E, N, Q, R, W, 1, 4, and 6 trains. The cobblestone streets and commercial corridors along Broadway, West Broadway, and Prince Street define one of Manhattan's most architecturally distinctive neighborhoods.

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Transit Access

Norwood

No subway data available

Soho

16ACEJNQRWZ

Canal St (1 6 A C E J N Q R W Z) — 0.1 mi

Spring St (6 C E) — 0.2 mi

Prince St (N R W) — 0.3 mi

Franklin St (1) — 0.3 mi

Bowery (J Z) — 0.5 mi

Active Listings

Norwood for sale

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Soho 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 Norwood cheaper than Soho?
Yes, Norwood has a lower median sale price at $520,000 compared to $3,805,000 in Soho as of the most recent market data. Co-op and condo prices within each neighborhood can vary significantly, so the right fit depends on property type and building.
Which has better transit, Norwood or Soho?
Norwood has access to 0 subway lines and Soho has 11, making Soho the stronger option for transit access. Norwood has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Norwood or Soho?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Norwood and Soho 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 Norwood or Soho?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Norwood and Soho 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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