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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Kips Bay vs Upper East Side

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Kips Bay

Manhattan

Upper East Side

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$895K
$1.5M
Median Rent
$4K
$4K
Active Listings
98
1629
Avg Days on Market
72 days
69 days
YoY Price Change
+2.8%
+28.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
38
155

Detailed Comparison

MetricKips BayUpper East Side
Median Sale Price$895,000$1,500,000
Median Condo Price$1,050,000$1,623,660
Median Co-op Price$650,000$1,305,000
Median Rent$4,050$4,250
Active Listings981629
Rental Inventory2201584
Days on Market7269
Price Cut Share12.5%10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume38155
YoY Price Change+2.8%+28.9%
YoY Rent Change+3.9%+7.6%
YoY Inventory Change-4.1%+5.8%
Subway Lines4 5 6 7 B D F M N Q R S W4 5 6

Neighborhood Profiles

Kips Bay

Kips Bay is a relaxed and highly convenient residential neighborhood located on the East Side of Manhattan. Known for its mix of mid-century high-rises and charming brick townhouses, it offers a more approachable price point than its neighbors to the north and south. Residents enjoy proximity to the East River Esplanade, a variety of local dining options, and easy access to the city's major medical centers and Midtown business hubs.

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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

Kips Bay

4567BDFMNQRSW

Grand Central-42 St (4 5 6 7 S) — 0.7 mi

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 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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