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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, Howard Beach has the lower median sale price at $355K vs $518K in Washington Heights.
Investors analyzing rental yield will find Howard Beach offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.
Commuters have more transit options in Washington Heights, which is served by 3 subway lines compared to 0 in Howard Beach.
| Metric | Howard Beach | Washington Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $355,000 | $517,500 |
| Median Condo Price | N/A | $400,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | $235,000 | $517,500 |
| Median Rent | $2,550 | $2,963.5 |
| Active Listings | 55 | 174 |
| Rental Inventory | 2 | 412 |
| Days on Market | 107.5 | 48 |
| Price Cut Share | 12.7% | 13.2% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 15 | 18 |
| YoY Price Change | -29.3% | -5.3% |
| YoY Rent Change | +15.9% | +11.6% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +37.5% | -1.7% |
| Subway Lines | N/A | 1 A C |
Prices in Howard Beach moved -29.3% over the past year, compared to -5.3% in Washington Heights. Both markets have seen price softening, with Howard Beach declining more sharply over the measured period.
Howard Beach is a waterfront Queens neighborhood of single-family brick homes and two-family detached houses on a peninsula between Jamaica Bay and the Belt Parkway. The A train at Howard Beach-JFK Airport station provides subway service, and the AirTrain JFK connects directly to all airport terminals. Charles Memorial Park and the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge offer waterfront recreation.
View Full Market ReportWashington Heights is a well-connected neighborhood known for its dramatic topography and stunning views of the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge. Home to the Cloisters and Fort Tryon Park, the area offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty. The real estate market is characterized by large, pre-war cooperatives that offer significant space for the price, making it a popular choice for those seeking value and community.
View Full Market ReportNo subway data available
181 St (1 A) — 0.4 mi
175 St (A) — 0.4 mi
168 St (1 A C) — 0.5 mi
163 St-Amsterdam Av (C) — 0.7 mi
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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