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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Jamaica vs Washington Heights

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

Queens|Manhattan

Jamaica

Queens

Washington Heights

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$703K
$448K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
23
169
Avg Days on Market
0 days
104 days
YoY Price Change
+1.2%
+7.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
20
14

Detailed Comparison

MetricJamaicaWashington Heights
Median Sale Price$702,500$447,800
Median Condo PriceN/A$400,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$467,800
Median Rent$2,935$2,800
Active Listings23169
Rental Inventory187388
Days on Market0104
Price Cut Share4.3%14.2%
Monthly Sales Volume2014
YoY Price Change+1.2%+7.9%
YoY Rent Change-5.3%+5.2%
YoY Inventory Change+53.3%+18.2%
Subway LinesN/A1 A C

Neighborhood Profiles

Jamaica

Jamaica provides a tranquil setting for those seeking space and value within New York City. The area is known for its unpretentious atmosphere and a real estate market that features a blend of tranquil cooperatives and traditional multi-family residences.

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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

Jamaica

No subway data available

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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