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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Melrose vs Queens

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

Bronx|Queens

Melrose

Bronx

Queens

Queens

Median Sale Price
$0
$635K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
4
2917
Avg Days on Market
0 days
64.5 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
-7.5%
Monthly Sales Volume
1
631

Detailed Comparison

MetricMelroseQueens
Median Sale Price$0$635,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$605,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$345,000
Median Rent$2,322.5$3,100
Active Listings42917
Rental Inventory84407
Days on Market064.5
Price Cut Share0.0%10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume1631
YoY Price Change0.0%-7.5%
YoY Rent Change0.0%+3.3%
YoY Inventory Change0.0%+18.2%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Melrose moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to -7.5% in Queens. Both markets have seen price softening, with Queens declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Melrose

Melrose features 19th-century brownstones, neo-Renaissance apartment houses, and modern LEED-certified developments like Via Verde, all anchored by the commercial corridors along Third Avenue and Melrose Avenue. The 2 and 5 trains stop at East 149th Street, the 4 train serves nearby stations, and St. Mary's Park provides 35 acres of green space on the neighborhood's edge.

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Queens

Queens boasts a mix of pre-war apartment buildings and modern high-rises, set against the backdrop of large green spaces and local parks. The area is served by multiple transit lines, offering connectivity throughout the borough. Notable landmarks and mixed-use commercial corridors characterize the built environment.

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Transit Access

Melrose

No subway data available

Queens

No subway data available

Active Listings

Melrose for sale

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Queens 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 Melrose cheaper than Queens?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Melrose or Queens?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Melrose or Queens?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Melrose and Queens 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 Melrose or Queens?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Melrose and Queens 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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