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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Flatiron vs Upper East Side

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Flatiron

Manhattan

Upper East Side

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.9M
$1.5M
Median Rent
$6K
$4K
Active Listings
222
1629
Avg Days on Market
79 days
69 days
YoY Price Change
-28.2%
+28.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
16
155

Detailed Comparison

MetricFlatironUpper East Side
Median Sale Price$1,850,000$1,500,000
Median Condo Price$1,725,000$1,623,660
Median Co-op Price$1,775,000$1,305,000
Median Rent$6,012.5$4,250
Active Listings2221629
Rental Inventory2501584
Days on Market7969
Price Cut Share10.4%10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume16155
YoY Price Change-28.2%+28.9%
YoY Rent Change-2.9%+7.6%
YoY Inventory Change+3.7%+5.8%
Subway Lines1 2 3 B D F M N Q R W4 5 6

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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Upper East Side

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

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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

Upper East Side

456

77 St (6) — 0.2 mi

86 St (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi

68 St-Hunter College (6) — 0.5 mi

Active Listings

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