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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Tremont vs Upper East Side

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

Bronx|Manhattan

Tremont

Bronx

Upper East Side

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Tremont has the lower median sale price at $537K vs $1.3M in Upper East Side.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Upper East Side, which is served by 3 subway lines compared to 0 in Tremont.

Median Sale Price
$537K
$1.3M
Median Rent
$2K
$4K
Active Listings
4
1593
Avg Days on Market
0 days
59 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
+31.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
3
170

Detailed Comparison

MetricTremontUpper East Side
Median Sale Price$537,499.5$1,332,500
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,800,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$1,167,500
Median Rent$2,222.5$4,270
Active Listings41593
Rental Inventory201686
Days on Market059
Price Cut Share0.0%13.1%
Monthly Sales Volume3170
YoY Price Change0.0%+31.0%
YoY Rent Change-5.4%+6.9%
YoY Inventory Change-33.3%-3.7%
Subway LinesN/A4 5 6

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Tremont moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to +31.0% in Upper East Side. The +31.0% gain in Upper East Side reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Tremont

Tremont is a central Bronx neighborhood of prewar walk-up apartment buildings, Art Deco-era co-ops along the Grand Concourse, and scattered two-family homes on side streets. The B/D trains at Tremont Avenue and the 4 train at nearby Burnside Avenue provide subway access to Manhattan. The neighborhood sits between Crotona Park and the Grand Concourse Historic District.

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Upper East Side

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

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Transit Access

Tremont

No subway data available

Upper East Side

456

77 St (6) — 0.2 mi

86 St (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi

68 St-Hunter College (6) — 0.5 mi

Active Listings

Tremont for sale

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Upper East Side 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.

Tremont vs Upper East Side: 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. Tremont and Upper East Side both tracked this broader NYC arc, with annual closing volume contracting sharply in 2009 and again in Q2 2020 before normalizing.

Upper East Side tracked the more resilient Manhattan price path with a 10% to 15% peak-to-trough decline, while Tremont 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)TremontUpper East Side
Median Sale Price$537,499.5$1,332,500
Median Rent$2,222.5/mo$4,270/mo
Year-over-Year Price Change0.0%+31.0%
Average Days on Market0 days59 days
Distance to Nearest SubwayN/A0.17 mi

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 Tremont cheaper than Upper East Side?
Yes, Tremont has a lower median sale price at $537,499.5 compared to $1,332,500 in Upper East Side 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, Tremont or Upper East Side?
Tremont has access to 0 subway lines and Upper East Side has 3, making Upper East Side the stronger option for transit access. Tremont has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Tremont or Upper East Side?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Tremont and Upper East Side 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 Tremont or Upper East Side?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Tremont and Upper East Side 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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