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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Brooklyn Heights vs Midtown East

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

Brooklyn|Manhattan

Brooklyn Heights

Brooklyn

Midtown East

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.0M
$725K
Median Rent
$4K
$5K
Active Listings
91
1219
Avg Days on Market
53.5 days
77.5 days
YoY Price Change
-27.6%
-12.4%
Monthly Sales Volume
9
70

Detailed Comparison

MetricBrooklyn HeightsMidtown East
Median Sale Price$1,025,012.5$725,000
Median Condo Price$2,700,000$1,132,500
Median Co-op Price$790,000$640,000
Median Rent$4,352$4,500
Active Listings911219
Rental Inventory1361503
Days on Market53.577.5
Price Cut Share6.6%11.0%
Monthly Sales Volume970
YoY Price Change-27.6%-12.4%
YoY Rent Change-1.0%+3.6%
YoY Inventory Change-7.1%+16.4%
Subway Lines2 3 4 5 A C F R4 5 6 7 E M S

Neighborhood Profiles

Brooklyn Heights

Brooklyn Heights is New York City’s first historic district, famous for its grand architecture and the iconic Brooklyn Heights Promenade. Offering some of the most breathtaking views of Lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty, the neighborhood exudes a quiet, old-world elegance. The real estate market is characterized by magnificent pre-war townhouses, sought-after cooperatives, and a select few ultra-luxury waterfront developments along Brooklyn Bridge Park.

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Midtown East

Midtown East is a dynamic hub that serves as the gateway to Manhattan for many. Home to iconic landmarks like Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building, the neighborhood offers unparalleled convenience for commuters and professionals. The residential landscape is a mix of high-rise luxury towers and charming side-street cooperatives, providing a wide array of options for those who want to be at the center of the city's energy.

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Transit Access

Brooklyn Heights

2345ACFR

Clark St (2 3) — 0.1 mi

Court St (R) — 0.2 mi

High St (A C) — 0.3 mi

Borough Hall (2 3 4 5) — 0.3 mi

Jay St-MetroTech (A C F R) — 0.4 mi

Midtown East

4567EMS

Grand Central-42 St (4 5 6 7 S) — 0.3 mi

51 St (6) — 0.3 mi

Lexington Av/53 St (E M) — 0.4 mi

5 Av/53 St (E M) — 0.5 mi

59 St (4 5 6) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

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