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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Washington Heights vs Woodside

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

Manhattan|Queens

Washington Heights

Manhattan

Woodside

Queens

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Washington Heights has the lower median sale price at $518K vs $568K in Woodside.

Commuters have more transit options in Woodside, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 3 in Washington Heights.

Median Sale Price
$518K
$568K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
174
120
Avg Days on Market
48 days
64 days
YoY Price Change
-5.3%
+12.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
18
17

Detailed Comparison

MetricWashington HeightsWoodside
Median Sale Price$517,500$568,000
Median Condo Price$400,000$346,119
Median Co-op Price$517,500$339,000
Median Rent$2,963.5$3,250
Active Listings174120
Rental Inventory412171
Days on Market4864
Price Cut Share13.2%5.0%
Monthly Sales Volume1817
YoY Price Change-5.3%+12.0%
YoY Rent Change+11.6%+8.4%
YoY Inventory Change-1.7%+10.1%
Subway Lines1 A C7 E F M R

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Washington Heights moved -5.3% over the past year, compared to +12.0% in Woodside. Woodside is seeing price appreciation while Washington Heights has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Washington Heights

Washington 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.

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Woodside

Woodside is a Queens neighborhood with 7/E/M/R train access and walkable commercial corridors along Roosevelt and Woodside Avenues. Housing stock features pre-war garden apartment cooperatives, multi-family brick houses, and newer condominium developments.

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Transit Access

Washington Heights

1AC

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

Woodside

7EFMR

Jackson Heights (7 E F M R) — 0.6 mi

Active Listings

Washington Heights 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 is refreshed every 15 minutes per REBNY IDX requirements.

Washington Heights vs Woodside: Home Price Resilience 2008-2020

From the 2008 financial crisis through the 2020 pandemic, the NYC metro Case-Shiller composite fell about 25% peak-to-trough between 2007 and 2012, then fully recovered by 2017 and gained another 15% through Q1 2020. Washington Heights and Woodside both tracked this broader NYC arc, with annual closing volume contracting sharply in 2009 and again in Q2 2020 before normalizing.

Washington Heights tracked the more resilient Manhattan price path with a 10% to 15% peak-to-trough decline, while Woodside moved closer to the broader NYC metro pattern of a 20% to 25% retracement before recovering through 2017.

Source: Per Case-Shiller Home Price Index, NYC metro subset, 2008-2020, cross-referenced with StreetEasy historical price data series.

Metric (2026)Washington HeightsWoodside
Median Sale Price$517,500$568,000
Median Rent$2,963.5/mo$3,250/mo
Year-over-Year Price Change-5.3%+12.0%
Average Days on Market48 days64 days
Distance to Nearest Subway0.36 mi0.59 mi

Table values reflect current 2026 market conditions. Historical 2008-2020 commentary is sourced from Case-Shiller NYC metro composite and StreetEasy historical series.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Washington Heights cheaper than Woodside?
Yes, Washington Heights has a lower median sale price at $517,500 compared to $568,000 in Woodside 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, Washington Heights or Woodside?
Washington Heights has access to 3 subway lines and Woodside has 5, making Woodside the stronger option for transit access. Washington Heights has 3 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Washington Heights or Woodside?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Washington Heights and Woodside 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 Washington Heights or Woodside?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Washington Heights and Woodside 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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