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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Ridgewood vs Upper West Side

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

Queens|Manhattan

Ridgewood

Queens

Upper West Side

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Upper West Side has the lower median sale price at $1.2M vs $1.3M in Ridgewood.

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 Ridgewood.

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$1.2M
Median Rent
$3K
$5K
Active Listings
36
1081
Avg Days on Market
86.5 days
56 days
YoY Price Change
+43.2%
-10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
8
131

Detailed Comparison

MetricRidgewoodUpper West Side
Median Sale Price$1,325,000$1,247,356
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,790,968.5
Median Co-op PriceN/A$847,500
Median Rent$3,385$4,750
Active Listings361081
Rental Inventory2061518
Days on Market86.556
Price Cut Share19.4%10.5%
Monthly Sales Volume8131
YoY Price Change+43.2%-10.9%
YoY Rent Change+5.8%+5.6%
YoY Inventory Change-5.3%-12.5%
Subway LinesN/A1 2 3 B C

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Ridgewood moved +43.2% over the past year, compared to -10.9% in Upper West Side. Ridgewood is seeing price appreciation while Upper West Side has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Ridgewood

Ridgewood features orderly blocks of brick and limestone rowhouses, prewar tenements with decorative cornices, and multi-family buildings constructed between 1905 and 1925, making it one of Queens' most architecturally consistent neighborhoods. The M train runs through the heart of the area with stops at Seneca Avenue, Forest Avenue, and Fresh Pond Road, while the L train connects at Myrtle-Wyckoff Avenues. Highland Park and Ridgewood Reservoir border the neighborhood to the south, and the Vander Ende-Onderdonk House, an 18th-century landmark, marks the historic Queens-Brooklyn boundary.

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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

Ridgewood

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

Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood cheaper than Upper West Side?
Upper West Side is more affordable, with a median sale price of $1,247,356 vs $1,325,000 in Ridgewood. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Ridgewood or Upper West Side?
Ridgewood has access to 0 subway lines and Upper West Side has 5, making Upper West Side the stronger option for transit access. Ridgewood has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Ridgewood or Upper West Side?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood 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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