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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Hamilton Heights vs Windsor Terrace

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

Manhattan|Brooklyn

Hamilton Heights

Manhattan

Windsor Terrace

Brooklyn

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Hamilton Heights has the lower median sale price at $645K vs $825K in Windsor Terrace.

Commuters have more transit options in Hamilton Heights, which is served by 5 subway lines compared to 0 in Windsor Terrace.

Median Sale Price
$645K
$825K
Median Rent
$3K
$4K
Active Listings
83
41
Avg Days on Market
76.5 days
31.5 days
YoY Price Change
+20.7%
-54.8%
Monthly Sales Volume
7
11

Detailed Comparison

MetricHamilton HeightsWindsor Terrace
Median Sale Price$645,000$825,000
Median Condo Price$532,500N/A
Median Co-op Price$400,000$837,250
Median Rent$3,000$3,897.5
Active Listings8341
Rental Inventory23566
Days on Market76.531.5
Price Cut Share7.2%4.9%
Monthly Sales Volume711
YoY Price Change+20.7%-54.8%
YoY Rent Change+7.1%+2.6%
YoY Inventory Change+22.1%-18.0%
Subway Lines1 A B C DN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Hamilton Heights moved +20.7% over the past year, compared to -54.8% in Windsor Terrace. Hamilton Heights is seeing price appreciation while Windsor Terrace has softened, pointing to different supply-demand dynamics in each market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Hamilton Heights

Hamilton Heights is a historic and architecturally stunning section of Harlem, named after Alexander Hamilton. The neighborhood is famous for its grand row houses and the beautiful campus of City College. Residents enjoy proximity to Riverbank State Park and a growing number of cafes and restaurants. The real estate market features a mix of impeccably preserved historic townhouses, value-driven HDFC cooperatives, and modern boutique developments.

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Windsor Terrace

Windsor Terrace borders Prospect Park on three sides and Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, creating a compact residential neighborhood of brick and limestone rowhouses, Victorian-era wood-frame homes, and prewar apartment buildings along Prospect Avenue, Seeley Street, and Vanderbilt Street. The F and G trains stop at 15th Street-Prospect Park and Fort Hamilton Parkway, providing connections to Downtown Brooklyn and Manhattan. Prospect Park's Parade Ground, the city's oldest recreational facility, sits at the neighborhood's southeastern edge.

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Transit Access

Hamilton Heights

1ABCD

145 St (1 A B C D) — 0.2 mi

125 St (1) — 0.7 mi

Windsor Terrace

No subway data available

Active Listings

Hamilton Heights for sale

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Windsor Terrace 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 Hamilton Heights cheaper than Windsor Terrace?
Yes, Hamilton Heights has a lower median sale price at $645,000 compared to $825,000 in Windsor Terrace 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, Hamilton Heights or Windsor Terrace?
Hamilton Heights has access to 5 subway lines and Windsor Terrace has 0, making Hamilton Heights the stronger option for transit access. Windsor Terrace has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Hamilton Heights or Windsor Terrace?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Hamilton Heights and Windsor Terrace 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 Hamilton Heights or Windsor Terrace?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Hamilton Heights and Windsor Terrace 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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