About Washington Heights
Washington Heights is a vibrant and culturally rich 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.
Borough: Manhattan
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Milton Coste was born and raised in the Washington Heights/Inwood area and has been helping buyers and sellers in Upper Manhattan and across NYC for over 25 years. With 1,000+ closed transactions including dozens in Washington Heights, Milton knows every building, every block, and what it takes to navigate NYC's unique co-op and condo market.
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Current Inventory Snapshot
Live from REBNY/RLS • Feb 15, 2026
There are currently 60 properties actively listed for sale, with 32 already under contract. The median asking price is $568K ($660/sqft). Properties are spending an average of N/A days on market, and 33.3% of listings have had price reductions.
Inventory & Activity
Active Listings
60
for sale
Pending Sales
32
under contract
New This Week
2
last 7 days
New This Month
18
last 30 days
Avg Days on Market
N/A
days avg
Price Cut Rate
33.3%
20 listings
Asking Prices
Median Asking Price
$568K
all types
Average Asking Price
$793K
all types
Median $/Sqft
$660
per sqft
Median Condo Price
$697K
16 condos
Median Co-op Price
$439K
37 co-ops
Property Mix
Building Types:
Recent Sales
Sold (30 Days)
4
last 30 days
Sold (90 Days)
6
last 90 days
Median Sale Price
$508K
closed sales
Avg Sale Price
$557K
closed sales
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.8%
of asking
Browse by Property Type
Buildings in Washington Heights
120 Cabrini Boulevard #63
Hudson Heights
140 Cabrini Boulevard #136
Hudson Heights
120 CABRINI Boulevard #33
Hudson Heights · Castle Village
120 Cabrini Boulevard #48
Hudson Heights
120 Cabrini Boulevard #103
Hudson Heights
140 Cabrini Boulevard #23
Hudson Heights
180 Cabrini Boulevard #90
Hudson Heights
200 Cabrini Boulevard #47
Hudson Heights
200 Cabrini Boulevard #10
Hudson Heights
456 W 167th Street #2-A
Washington Heights
1825 Riverside Drive #5-B
Washington Heights
474 W 158TH Street #33
Washington Heights · Roger Morris Apts.
31 Nagle Avenue #3-H
Washington Heights
790 RIVERSIDE Drive #4J
Washington Heights · The Riviera
790 RIVERSIDE Drive #8J
Washington Heights · The Riviera
225 BENNETT Avenue #2D
Hudson Heights · Rockview Apartments
611 W 156TH Street #55
Washington Heights
160 Cabrini Boulevard #7
Hudson Heights
156-08 RIVERSIDE Drive #3H
Washington Heights
544 W 157th Street #44
Washington Heights
4523 Broadway #7B
Hudson Heights · Fort Tryon Gardens
825 Riverside Drive
Washington Heights
140 Cabrini Boulevard #18/19
Hudson Heights
259 Bennett Avenue #5E
Hudson Heights · Fort Tryon Gardens
116 Pinehurst Avenue #J41
Hudson Heights
156-08 Riverside Drive #1K
Washington Heights
835 Riverside Drive #5-A
Washington Heights
360 Cabrini Boulevard #5H
Hudson Heights
10 JUMEL Terrace
Washington Heights
448 W 167TH Street #2A
Washington Heights · The Highbridge
549 W 187th Street
Washington Heights
158-18 Riverside Drive #2M
Washington Heights
551 W 160th Street #4-D
Washington Heights
812 RIVERSIDE Drive #1
Washington Heights · Riverside Drive Condos
15 FORT WASHINGTON Avenue #4A
Washington Heights
86 Thayer Street #3-A
Washington Heights
451 W 166th Street #3-A
Washington Heights
544 W 157th Street #85
Washington Heights
4501 Broadway #4G
Hudson Heights
657 W 183rd Street
Washington Heights
156-08 Riverside Drive #1-A
Washington Heights
15 Fort Washington Avenue #3A
Washington Heights
2440-2450 Amsterdam Avenue #3B
Washington Heights
448 W 167th Street #3E
Washington Heights
4489 BROADWAY #5E
Hudson Heights · FORT TRYON APT
720 W 173rd Street #23
Washington Heights
720 W 173rd Street #38
Washington Heights
8 Magaw Place #22B
Hudson Heights
Washington Heights Market Analysis & Trends
Based on StreetEasy data through December 2025
Washington Heights is currently a Buyer's Market. The median sale price is $440K, which has decreased 13.7% compared to last year. Properties typically spend 118 days on market before selling. For renters, the median asking rent is $2,807, up 6.9% year-over-year. With days on market at 118 and a sale-to-list ratio of 98-99%, buyers have approximately 2% negotiation leverage.
Key Market Metrics
Median Sale Price
$440K
-13.7% YoY
Median Rent
$2,807
+6.9% YoY
Days on Market
118
Up from 75 in 2024
Price/Sqft
$556/sqft
Approximately 61% below Manhattan median of $1.14M ($556/sqft vs $1,629/sqft)
With days on market at 118 and a sale-to-list ratio of 98-99%, buyers have approximately 2% negotiation leverage.
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Rental Market
Studio
$1,800
1 Bedroom
$2,200
2 Bedroom
$2,800
3+ Bedroom
$3,500
Transportation
Subway Lines
Stations
168th St (A/C/1), 175th St (A), 181st St (A/1), 190th St (A)
Commute Times
Midtown: 25 minutes (A express)
Q Train Extension: Governor Hochul announced funding for Second Avenue Subway westward extension alo...
Neighborhood Amenities
Parks
- Fort Tryon Park
- Highbridge Park
- Fort Washington Park
Hospitals
- NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center
Shopping
- 181st Street corridor
- Broadway retail
Cultural
- The Cloisters
- United Palace Theatre
- Morris-Jumel Mansion
Building Stock & Co-op Info
Predominant Type
Pre-war Co-ops (80%+)
Co-op vs Condo
Heavily co-op dominated; limited condo inventory; growing multi-family investment properties.
Typical Co-op Requirements
- Down: 10-20% minimum
- DTI: 28-33% max
- Liquidity: 12-24 months reserves
- Credit: 700+ preferred
Investment Analysis
Outlook: Bullish
Buyer Strategy
High negotiation leverage (~2% below asking). Target pre-war co-ops near Fort Tryon for value retention.
Renter Strategy
Highly competitive market with inventory down 66.6% YoY. Act quickly on new listings.
Investor Strategy
Multi-family properties offer strong cap rates; healthcare corridor drives stable demand.
Schools
Served by NYC DOE District 6. Research schools at schools.nyc.gov
Safety
NYPD 33rd and 34th Precincts. Current statistics: nyc.gov/nypd CompStat
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