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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

East Elmhurst vs Upper West Side

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

Queens|Manhattan

East Elmhurst

Queens

Upper West Side

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, East Elmhurst has the lower median sale price at $1.1M vs $1.2M in Upper West Side.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Upper West Side, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 0 in East Elmhurst.

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$1.2M
Median Rent
$3K
$5K
Active Listings
10
1081
Avg Days on Market
0 days
56 days
YoY Price Change
+104.3%
-10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
5
131

Detailed Comparison

MetricEast ElmhurstUpper West Side
Median Sale Price$1,111,000$1,247,356
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,790,968.5
Median Co-op PriceN/A$847,500
Median Rent$3,049.5$4,750
Active Listings101081
Rental Inventory81518
Days on Market056
Price Cut Share28.6%10.5%
Monthly Sales Volume5131
YoY Price Change+104.3%-10.9%
YoY Rent Change+27.1%+5.6%
YoY Inventory Change+66.7%-12.5%
Subway LinesN/A1 2 3 B C

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in East Elmhurst moved +104.3% over the past year, compared to -10.9% in Upper West Side. East Elmhurst is seeing price appreciation while Upper West Side has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

East Elmhurst

East Elmhurst is a residential Queens neighborhood of two-story brick row houses and garden-apartment complexes between LaGuardia Airport and the Grand Central Parkway. The neighborhood is served by buses to the 7 train at Junction Boulevard and the M/R trains at Jackson Heights. Flushing Meadows Corona Park and Citi Field are accessible to the east.

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Upper West Side

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

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Transit Access

East Elmhurst

No subway data available

Upper West Side

123BC

86 St (1 B C) — 0.2 mi

79 St (1) — 0.3 mi

81 St-Museum of Natural History (B C) — 0.4 mi

96 St (1 2 3 B C) — 0.5 mi

72 St (1 2 3) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

East Elmhurst for sale

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Upper West 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 last updated: 1/1/1970.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Elmhurst cheaper than Upper West Side?
Yes, East Elmhurst has a lower median sale price at $1,111,000 compared to $1,247,356 in Upper West 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, East Elmhurst or Upper West Side?
East Elmhurst has access to 0 subway lines and Upper West Side has 5, making Upper West Side the stronger option for transit access. East Elmhurst has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, East Elmhurst or Upper West Side?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. East Elmhurst and Upper West 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 East Elmhurst or Upper West 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 East Elmhurst and Upper West 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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