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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Kew Gardens Hills vs Upper West Side

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

Queens|Manhattan

Kew Gardens Hills

Queens

Upper West Side

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Kew Gardens Hills has the lower median sale price at $380K vs $1.2M in Upper West Side.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find Kew Gardens Hills 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 Kew Gardens Hills.

Median Sale Price
$380K
$1.2M
Median Rent
$3K
$5K
Active Listings
68
1081
Avg Days on Market
48 days
56 days
YoY Price Change
-7.1%
-10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
19
131

Detailed Comparison

MetricKew Gardens HillsUpper West Side
Median Sale Price$380,000$1,247,356
Median Condo Price$558,510$1,790,968.5
Median Co-op Price$288,000$847,500
Median Rent$2,575$4,750
Active Listings681081
Rental Inventory541518
Days on Market4856
Price Cut Share14.7%10.5%
Monthly Sales Volume19131
YoY Price Change-7.1%-10.9%
YoY Rent Change-8.0%+5.6%
YoY Inventory Change+41.7%-12.5%
Subway LinesN/A1 2 3 B C

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Kew Gardens Hills moved -7.1% over the past year, compared to -10.9% in Upper West Side. Both markets have seen price softening, with Upper West Side declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Kew Gardens Hills

Kew Gardens Hills is a residential Queens neighborhood of brick single-family homes, two-family houses, and garden-apartment cooperatives arranged on a hilly grid between Main Street Flushing and the Long Island Expressway. The E/F trains at Union Turnpike-Kew Gardens station and local buses provide transit connections. Flushing Meadows Corona Park is accessible to the north.

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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

Kew Gardens Hills

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

Kew Gardens Hills 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 Kew Gardens Hills cheaper than Upper West Side?
Yes, Kew Gardens Hills has a lower median sale price at $380,000 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, Kew Gardens Hills or Upper West Side?
Kew Gardens Hills has access to 0 subway lines and Upper West Side has 5, making Upper West Side the stronger option for transit access. Kew Gardens Hills has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Kew Gardens Hills or Upper West Side?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Kew Gardens Hills 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 Kew Gardens Hills 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 Kew Gardens Hills 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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