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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Chelsea vs Ridgewood

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

Manhattan|Queens

Chelsea

Manhattan

Ridgewood

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Chelsea has the lower median sale price at $1.3M vs $1.3M in Ridgewood.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Chelsea, which is served by 14 subway lines compared to 0 in Ridgewood.

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$1.3M
Median Rent
$6K
$3K
Active Listings
366
36
Avg Days on Market
60.5 days
86.5 days
YoY Price Change
-19.4%
+43.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
39
8

Detailed Comparison

MetricChelseaRidgewood
Median Sale Price$1,250,000$1,325,000
Median Condo Price$3,052,500N/A
Median Co-op Price$830,000N/A
Median Rent$5,975$3,385
Active Listings36636
Rental Inventory721206
Days on Market60.586.5
Price Cut Share12.8%19.4%
Monthly Sales Volume398
YoY Price Change-19.4%+43.2%
YoY Rent Change+7.7%+5.8%
YoY Inventory Change-12.9%-5.3%
Subway Lines1 2 3 A B C D E F M N Q R WN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Chelsea moved -19.4% over the past year, compared to +43.2% in Ridgewood. Ridgewood is seeing price appreciation while Chelsea has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Chelsea

Chelsea is the epicenter of New York’s contemporary art world and a hub for innovative architecture. Home to the High Line and Chelsea Market, the neighborhood mixes industrial history with modern luxury. The real estate market here is dominated by high-end condominium developments designed by world-renowned architects, alongside historic pre-war lofts and historic townhouses in the Chelsea Historic District.

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Ridgewood

Ridgewood features orderly blocks of brick and limestone rowhouses, prewar tenements with decorative cornices, and multi-family buildings constructed between 1905 and 1925, making it one of Queens' most architecturally consistent neighborhoods. The M train runs through the heart of the area with stops at Seneca Avenue, Forest Avenue, and Fresh Pond Road, while the L train connects at Myrtle-Wyckoff Avenues. Highland Park and Ridgewood Reservoir border the neighborhood to the south, and the Vander Ende-Onderdonk House, an 18th-century landmark, marks the historic Queens-Brooklyn boundary.

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Transit Access

Chelsea

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34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.6 mi

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.7 mi

Ridgewood

No subway data available

Active Listings

Chelsea 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 Chelsea cheaper than Ridgewood?
Yes, Chelsea has a lower median sale price at $1,250,000 compared to $1,325,000 in Ridgewood 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, Chelsea or Ridgewood?
Chelsea has access to 14 subway lines and Ridgewood has 0, making Chelsea the stronger option for transit access. Ridgewood has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Chelsea or Ridgewood?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Chelsea and Ridgewood 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 Chelsea or Ridgewood?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Chelsea and Ridgewood 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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