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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Chelsea vs Flatiron

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Chelsea

Manhattan

Flatiron

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$1.9M
Median Rent
$6K
$6K
Active Listings
394
222
Avg Days on Market
107 days
79 days
YoY Price Change
-27.1%
-28.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
26
16

Detailed Comparison

MetricChelseaFlatiron
Median Sale Price$1,305,000$1,850,000
Median Condo Price$2,087,000$1,725,000
Median Co-op Price$697,586$1,775,000
Median Rent$5,500$6,012.5
Active Listings394222
Rental Inventory653250
Days on Market10779
Price Cut Share12.9%10.4%
Monthly Sales Volume2616
YoY Price Change-27.1%-28.2%
YoY Rent Change+1.9%-2.9%
YoY Inventory Change+5.6%+3.7%
Subway Lines1 2 3 A B C D E F M N Q R W1 2 3 B D F M N Q R W

Neighborhood Profiles

Chelsea

Chelsea is the epicenter of New York’s contemporary art world and a hub for innovative architecture. Home to the High Line and Chelsea Market, the neighborhood seamlessly blends industrial history with modern luxury. The real estate market here is dominated by high-end condominium developments designed by world-renowned architects, alongside charming pre-war lofts and historic townhouses in the Chelsea Historic District.

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Flatiron

The Flatiron District is a vibrant intersection of history, technology, and luxury living. Named after the iconic Flatiron Building, the neighborhood is centered around Madison Square Park and is a hub for the city's 'Silicon Alley.' The real estate market is famous for its grand cast-iron loft buildings with high ceilings and expansive floor plans, alongside ultra-luxury glass towers that offer modern amenities and central Manhattan convenience.

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Transit Access

Chelsea

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34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.6 mi

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.7 mi

Flatiron

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34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.6 mi

34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

Chelsea for sale

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