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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Belmont vs West Harlem

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

Bronx|Manhattan

Belmont

Bronx

West Harlem

Manhattan

How They Compare

Commuters have more transit options in West Harlem, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 0 in Belmont.

Median Sale Price
$0
$40K
Median Rent
$3K
$4K
Active Listings
2
19
Avg Days on Market
0 days
198 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
2
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricBelmontWest Harlem
Median Sale Price$0$40,250
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,185,539
Median Co-op PriceN/A$40,250
Median Rent$2,850$3,600
Active Listings219
Rental Inventory1483
Days on Market0198
Price Cut Share0.0%10.5%
Monthly Sales Volume21
YoY Price Change0.0%0.0%
YoY Rent Change-11.6%+24.1%
YoY Inventory Change0.0%+35.7%
Subway LinesN/A1 A B C D

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Both Belmont and West Harlem saw prices shift 0.0% over the past year. Comparable year-over-year movement suggests both markets are tracking similar citywide conditions.

Neighborhood Profiles

Belmont

Belmont is a compact Bronx neighborhood centered on Arthur Avenue, known for its Italian specialty food shops and restaurants. The building stock consists primarily of prewar walk-up apartment buildings, low-rise row houses, and scattered two-family brick homes. The B/D trains at Fordham Road and the Metro-North Fordham station are within walking distance, and the Bronx Zoo and New York Botanical Garden border the neighborhood.

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West Harlem

West Harlem is a dynamic neighborhood that stretches from the Hudson River to St. Nicholas Park. Home to the expanding Columbia University Manhattanville campus and the scenic Riverbank State Park, the area offers a blend of academic energy and waterfront recreation. The real estate market features a mix of historic row houses, value-driven HDFC cooperatives, and a growing number of modern boutique condominiums that offer contemporary living in a historic setting.

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Transit Access

Belmont

No subway data available

West Harlem

1ABCD

125 St (1 A B C D) — 0.2 mi

145 St (1) — 0.6 mi

Active Listings

Belmont for sale

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West Harlem 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 Belmont cheaper than West Harlem?
Median sale price data is not yet available for one or both neighborhoods. Contact Milton for a current market analysis.
Which has better transit, Belmont or West Harlem?
Belmont has access to 0 subway lines and West Harlem has 5, making West Harlem the stronger option for transit access. Belmont has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Belmont or West Harlem?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Belmont and West Harlem 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 Belmont or West Harlem?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Belmont and West Harlem 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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