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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Hamilton Heights vs Washington Heights

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Hamilton Heights

Manhattan

Washington Heights

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$873K
$448K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
86
169
Avg Days on Market
76.5 days
104 days
YoY Price Change
+63.2%
+7.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
3
14

Detailed Comparison

MetricHamilton HeightsWashington Heights
Median Sale Price$872,500$447,800
Median Condo Price$532,500$400,000
Median Co-op Price$400,000$467,800
Median Rent$3,047.5$2,800
Active Listings86169
Rental Inventory218388
Days on Market76.5104
Price Cut Share4.7%14.2%
Monthly Sales Volume314
YoY Price Change+63.2%+7.9%
YoY Rent Change+9.8%+5.2%
YoY Inventory Change+28.4%+18.2%
Subway Lines1 A B C D1 A C

Neighborhood Profiles

Hamilton Heights

Hamilton Heights is a historic and architecturally stunning section of Harlem, named after Alexander Hamilton. The neighborhood is famous for its grand row houses and the beautiful campus of City College. Residents enjoy proximity to Riverbank State Park and a growing number of cafes and restaurants. The real estate market features a mix of impeccably preserved historic townhouses, value-driven HDFC cooperatives, and modern boutique developments.

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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

Hamilton Heights

1ABCD

145 St (1 A B C D) — 0.2 mi

125 St (1) — 0.7 mi

Washington Heights

1AC

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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