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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Flatiron vs Chelsea

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Flatiron

Manhattan

Chelsea

Manhattan

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

Detailed Comparison

MetricFlatironChelsea
Median Sale Price$1,850,000$1,305,000
Median Condo Price$1,725,000$2,087,000
Median Co-op Price$1,775,000$697,586
Median Rent$6,012.5$5,500
Active Listings222394
Rental Inventory250653
Days on Market79107
Price Cut Share10.4%12.9%
Monthly Sales Volume1626
YoY Price Change-28.2%-27.1%
YoY Rent Change-2.9%+1.9%
YoY Inventory Change+3.7%+5.6%
Subway Lines1 2 3 B D F M N Q R W1 2 3 A B C D E F M N Q R W

Neighborhood Profiles

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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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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Transit Access

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

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

Active Listings

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