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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

All Upper Manhattan vs Prospect Lefferts Gardens

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

Manhattan|Brooklyn

All Upper Manhattan

Manhattan

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, All Upper Manhattan has the lower median sale price at $643K vs $1.2M in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.

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

Commuters have more transit options in All Upper Manhattan, which is served by 3 subway lines compared to 0 in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.

Median Sale Price
$643K
$1.2M
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
820
44
Avg Days on Market
84 days
32 days
YoY Price Change
+3.6%
+110.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
57
10

Detailed Comparison

MetricAll Upper ManhattanProspect Lefferts Gardens
Median Sale Price$642,500$1,212,500
Median Condo Price$990,000$912,500
Median Co-op Price$497,500N/A
Median Rent$3,125$3,150
Active Listings82044
Rental Inventory2038165
Days on Market8432
Price Cut Share11.5%4.5%
Monthly Sales Volume5710
YoY Price Change+3.6%+110.9%
YoY Rent Change+7.8%+6.1%
YoY Inventory Change+6.5%+18.9%
Subway Lines1 A CN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in All Upper Manhattan moved +3.6% over the past year, compared to +110.9% in Prospect Lefferts Gardens. The +110.9% gain in Prospect Lefferts Gardens reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

All Upper Manhattan

Upper Manhattan extends from 110th Street to the northern tip of the island, encompassing Washington Heights, Inwood, Hamilton Heights, West Harlem, Central Harlem, East Harlem, and Morningside Heights. The housing stock includes prewar elevator co-ops, Art Deco apartment buildings along the Grand Concourse approach, brownstone townhouses, and new construction condominiums. The A/C, 1, and B/D trains provide express service to Midtown and Downtown.

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Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Prospect Lefferts Gardens borders the eastern edge of Prospect Park and sits adjacent to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Brooklyn Museum, with the Lefferts Manor Historic District preserving blocks of limestone, brownstone, and brick rowhouses in Renaissance Revival, Neo-Federal, and Tudor Revival styles. The B, Q, and S trains stop at Prospect Park station, the Q serves Parkside Avenue, and the 2 and 5 trains connect at Sterling and Winthrop Streets. Housing ranges from intact 19th- and early 20th-century rowhouses to prewar apartment buildings along the main corridors.

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Transit Access

All Upper Manhattan

1AC

181 St (1 A) — 0.4 mi

175 St (A) — 0.4 mi

168 St (1 A C) — 0.5 mi

163 St-Amsterdam Av (C) — 0.7 mi

Prospect Lefferts Gardens

No subway data available

Active Listings

All Upper Manhattan for sale

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Prospect Lefferts Gardens 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 All Upper Manhattan cheaper than Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
Yes, All Upper Manhattan has a lower median sale price at $642,500 compared to $1,212,500 in Prospect Lefferts Gardens 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, All Upper Manhattan or Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
All Upper Manhattan has access to 3 subway lines and Prospect Lefferts Gardens has 0, making All Upper Manhattan the stronger option for transit access. Prospect Lefferts Gardens has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, All Upper Manhattan or Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. All Upper Manhattan and Prospect Lefferts Gardens 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 All Upper Manhattan or Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both All Upper Manhattan and Prospect Lefferts Gardens 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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