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NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
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For buyers focused on affordability, Williamsburg has the lower median sale price at $1.1M vs $1.3M in Upper East Side.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg.
| Metric | Upper East Side | Williamsburg |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $1,332,500 | $1,110,000 |
| Median Condo Price | $1,800,000 | $1,067,500 |
| Median Co-op Price | $1,167,500 | N/A |
| Median Rent | $4,270 | $4,725 |
| Active Listings | 1593 | 247 |
| Rental Inventory | 1686 | 1448 |
| Days on Market | 59 | 45.5 |
| Price Cut Share | 13.1% | 7.3% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 170 | 35 |
| YoY Price Change | +31.0% | -26.0% |
| YoY Rent Change | +6.9% | +5.0% |
| YoY Inventory Change | -3.7% | +7.4% |
| Subway Lines | 4 5 6 | N/A |
Prices in Upper East Side moved +31.0% over the past year, compared to -26.0% in Williamsburg. Upper East Side is seeing price appreciation while Williamsburg has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.
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.
View Full Market ReportWilliamsburg is the global face of Brooklyn's cultural and residential renaissance. Defined by its stunning waterfront parks and the iconic L-train connection to Manhattan, the neighborhood offers a high-energy lifestyle. The real estate market is dominated by sleek, glass-walled luxury condominiums along the East River, alongside historic warehouse conversions and boutique new developments that cater to a wide range of buyers and renters.
View Full Market Report77 St (6) — 0.2 mi
86 St (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi
68 St-Hunter College (6) — 0.5 mi
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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.
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