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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Central Park South vs Upper West Side

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Central Park South

Manhattan

Upper West Side

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$1.2M
Median Rent
$14K
$5K
Active Listings
88
1171
Avg Days on Market
80.5 days
73 days
YoY Price Change
-57.9%
+7.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
1
113

Detailed Comparison

MetricCentral Park SouthUpper West Side
Median Sale Price$1,072,500$1,200,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,410,000
Median Co-op Price$1,900,000$865,000
Median Rent$14,000$4,800
Active Listings881171
Rental Inventory501410
Days on Market80.573
Price Cut Share6.8%10.5%
Monthly Sales Volume1113
YoY Price Change-57.9%+7.9%
YoY Rent Change+66.7%+11.8%
YoY Inventory Change+27.5%+3.8%
Subway Lines1 4 5 6 A B C D E F M N Q R W1 2 3 B C

Neighborhood Profiles

Central Park South

Central Park South is one of the most recognized and sought-after residential stretches in the world. Often associated with 'Billionaires' Row,' the neighborhood offers unparalleled, unobstructed views of Central Park. The real estate market is a mix of legendary pre-war cooperatives, historic hotels-turned-residences, and soaring ultra-luxury glass towers that provide the pinnacle of New York City living and white-glove service.

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Upper West Side

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Nestled between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides an unparalleled connection to nature within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a vibrant culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

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Transit Access

Central Park South

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57 St (F N Q R W) — 0.1 mi

59 St-Columbus Circle (1 A B C D) — 0.3 mi

5 Av/53 St (E M) — 0.4 mi

66 St-Lincoln Center (1) — 0.6 mi

59 St (4 5 6) — 0.7 mi

Upper West Side

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86 St (1 B C) — 0.2 mi

79 St (1) — 0.3 mi

81 St-Museum of Natural History (B C) — 0.4 mi

96 St (1 2 3 B C) — 0.5 mi

72 St (1 2 3) — 0.7 mi

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