Milton Coste

Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker

(917) 416-7433

NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Flatiron vs Forest Hills

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

Manhattan|Queens

Flatiron

Manhattan

Forest Hills

Queens

Median Sale Price
$1.9M
$433K
Median Rent
$6K
$3K
Active Listings
222
365
Avg Days on Market
79 days
85.5 days
YoY Price Change
-28.2%
+5.5%
Monthly Sales Volume
16
38

Detailed Comparison

MetricFlatironForest Hills
Median Sale Price$1,850,000$432,500
Median Condo Price$1,725,000$804,400
Median Co-op Price$1,775,000$356,000
Median Rent$6,012.5$2,842
Active Listings222365
Rental Inventory250221
Days on Market7985.5
Price Cut Share10.4%13.4%
Monthly Sales Volume1638
YoY Price Change-28.2%+5.5%
YoY Rent Change-2.9%+3.3%
YoY Inventory Change+3.7%+20.9%
Subway Lines1 2 3 B D F M N Q R WN/A

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.

View Full Market Report

Forest Hills

Forest Hills is a sought-after and picturesque Queens neighborhood known for its lush greenery and exceptional architecture. The area is famous for Forest Hills Gardens, a private community featuring stunning Tudor-style homes and winding streets. The broader neighborhood offers a mix of grand pre-war cooperatives, modern luxury condominiums, and the vibrant shopping and dining destination of Austin Street, providing a suburban feel within the city limits.

View Full Market Report

Transit Access

Flatiron

123BDFMNQRW

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

Forest Hills

No subway data available

Active Listings

Flatiron for sale

View all Flatiron listings

Forest Hills for sale

View all Forest Hills listings

More Comparisons

Need Help Choosing?

With 25+ years of experience across all five boroughs, I can help you find the right neighborhood for your lifestyle and budget.

Call Milton WhatsApp