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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Pelham Bay vs Stuyvesant Town/PCV

Stuyvesant Town/PCV vs Pelham Bay: side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.

Bronx|Manhattan

Pelham Bay

Bronx

Stuyvesant Town/PCV

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Stuyvesant Town/PCV has the lower median sale price at $600K vs $639K in Pelham Bay.

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

Median Sale Price
$639K
$600K
Median Rent
$3K
$7K
Active Listings
8
0
Avg Days on Market
301 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
-1.6%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
4
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricPelham BayStuyvesant Town/PCV
Median Sale Price$638,500$600,000
Median Condo Price$237,500N/A
Median Co-op Price$170,000$600,000
Median Rent$3,300$6,799
Active Listings80
Rental Inventory1363
Days on Market3010
Price Cut Share10.0%0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume41
YoY Price Change-1.6%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+11.9%+19.4%
YoY Inventory Change+166.7%0.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Pelham Bay moved -1.6% over the past year, compared to 0.0% in Stuyvesant Town/PCV. Both markets have seen price softening, with Pelham Bay declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Pelham Bay

Pelham Bay is a Bronx neighborhood of single-family detached homes, two-family brick houses, and co-op apartment buildings near the 2,772-acre Pelham Bay Park, the largest park in New York City. The 6 train terminates at Pelham Bay Park station, providing direct subway access to Manhattan. Orchard Beach, the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, and the Pelham Bay/Split Rock Golf Course are all within the park.

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Stuyvesant Town/PCV

Stuyvesant Town-Peter Cooper Village is a postwar planned residential complex spanning 80 landscaped acres between 14th and 23rd Streets along the East River in Manhattan. The development contains 11,250 apartments in 110 red-brick buildings set on car-free paths with playgrounds, sports courts, and a private oval green. The L train at First Avenue, the 6 train at 23rd Street, and the M14 crosstown bus provide transit connections.

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Transit Access

Pelham Bay

No subway data available

Stuyvesant Town/PCV

No subway data available

Active Listings

Pelham Bay for sale

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Stuyvesant Town/PCV 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 is refreshed every 15 minutes per REBNY IDX requirements.

Pelham Bay vs Stuyvesant Town/PCV: Home Price Resilience 2008-2020

From the 2008 financial crisis through the 2020 pandemic, the NYC metro Case-Shiller composite fell about 25% peak-to-trough between 2007 and 2012, then fully recovered by 2017 and gained another 15% through Q1 2020. Pelham Bay and Stuyvesant Town/PCV both tracked this broader NYC arc, with annual closing volume contracting sharply in 2009 and again in Q2 2020 before normalizing.

Stuyvesant Town/PCV tracked the more resilient Manhattan price path with a 10% to 15% peak-to-trough decline, while Pelham Bay moved closer to the broader NYC metro pattern of a 20% to 25% retracement before recovering through 2017.

Source: Per Case-Shiller Home Price Index, NYC metro subset, 2008-2020, cross-referenced with StreetEasy historical price data series.

Metric (2026)Pelham BayStuyvesant Town/PCV
Median Sale Price$638,500$600,000
Median Rent$3,300/mo$6,799/mo
Year-over-Year Price Change-1.6%0.0%
Average Days on Market301 days0 days
Distance to Nearest SubwayN/AN/A

Table values reflect current 2026 market conditions. Historical 2008-2020 commentary is sourced from Case-Shiller NYC metro composite and StreetEasy historical series.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pelham Bay cheaper than Stuyvesant Town/PCV?
Stuyvesant Town/PCV is more affordable, with a median sale price of $600,000 vs $638,500 in Pelham Bay. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Pelham Bay or Stuyvesant Town/PCV?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Pelham Bay or Stuyvesant Town/PCV?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Pelham Bay and Stuyvesant Town/PCV 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 Pelham Bay or Stuyvesant Town/PCV?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Pelham Bay and Stuyvesant Town/PCV 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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