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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Chelsea vs Washington Heights

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Chelsea

Manhattan

Washington Heights

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.3M
$448K
Median Rent
$6K
$3K
Active Listings
394
169
Avg Days on Market
107 days
104 days
YoY Price Change
-27.1%
+7.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
26
14

Detailed Comparison

MetricChelseaWashington Heights
Median Sale Price$1,305,000$447,800
Median Condo Price$2,087,000$400,000
Median Co-op Price$697,586$467,800
Median Rent$5,500$2,800
Active Listings394169
Rental Inventory653388
Days on Market107104
Price Cut Share12.9%14.2%
Monthly Sales Volume2614
YoY Price Change-27.1%+7.9%
YoY Rent Change+1.9%+5.2%
YoY Inventory Change+5.6%+18.2%
Subway Lines1 2 3 A B C D E F M N Q R W1 A C

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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Washington Heights

Washington Heights is a vibrant, transit-connected 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.

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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

Washington Heights

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181 St (1 A) — 0.4 mi

175 St (A) — 0.4 mi

168 St (1 A C) — 0.5 mi

163 St-Amsterdam Av (C) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

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