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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Central Harlem vs Roosevelt Island

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Central Harlem

Manhattan

Roosevelt Island

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$870K
$965K
Median Rent
$3K
$5K
Active Listings
353
20
Avg Days on Market
133.5 days
42 days
YoY Price Change
+28.8%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
11
2

Detailed Comparison

MetricCentral HarlemRoosevelt Island
Median Sale Price$870,000$965,000
Median Condo Price$855,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$500,000$516,984
Median Rent$3,300$4,620
Active Listings35320
Rental Inventory67550
Days on Market133.542
Price Cut Share10.8%7.1%
Monthly Sales Volume112
YoY Price Change+28.8%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+10.0%+10.4%
YoY Inventory Change+19.3%-47.4%
Subway Lines1 2 3 4 5 6 A B C DN/A

Neighborhood Profiles

Central Harlem

Central Harlem is the cultural and historic soul of Upper Manhattan. Known for its grand boulevards like Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and its rich jazz heritage, the neighborhood offers a vibrant urban lifestyle. The real estate market is a mix of beautifully preserved 19th-century brownstones, value-driven HDFC cooperatives, and a surge of modern luxury condominiums that offer contemporary amenities near the 125th Street retail corridor.

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Roosevelt Island

Roosevelt Island is a unique and tranquil residential community situated in the East River between Manhattan and Queens. Known for its car-free streets, abundant green space, and stunning skyline views, it offers a peaceful retreat from the city's bustle. The real estate market is primarily composed of modern high-rise cooperatives and condominiums that provide a high quality of life with easy access to Manhattan via the iconic tram or the F train.

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Transit Access

Central Harlem

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125 St (1 2 3 4 5 6 A B C D) — 0.3 mi

135 St (2 3) — 0.4 mi

Roosevelt Island

No subway data available

Active Listings

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