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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Long Island City vs Astoria

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

Queens|Queens

Long Island City

Queens

Astoria

Queens

Median Sale Price
$1.0M
$1.1M
Median Rent
$4K
$3K
Active Listings
243
266
Avg Days on Market
3 days
49.5 days
YoY Price Change
+8.0%
+34.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
11
28

Detailed Comparison

MetricLong Island CityAstoria
Median Sale Price$1,048,000$1,137,500
Median Condo Price$1,048,000$590,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$545,000
Median Rent$4,351.5$3,199
Active Listings243266
Rental Inventory9561210
Days on Market349.5
Price Cut Share5.3%8.6%
Monthly Sales Volume1128
YoY Price Change+8.0%+34.2%
YoY Rent Change+1.0%+10.3%
YoY Inventory Change+48.2%-25.7%
Subway Lines7 E G M N R WN/A

Neighborhood Profiles

Long Island City

Long Island City (LIC) is one of New York’s fastest-growing residential neighborhoods, offering a modern urban lifestyle just one stop from Manhattan. Famous for its stunning waterfront parks and the iconic Pepsi-Cola sign, LIC is a hub for contemporary art and luxury living. The real estate market is dominated by sleek, new construction glass towers that offer world-class amenities and breathtaking, unobstructed views of the Manhattan skyline.

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Astoria

Astoria is one of New York City’s most beloved neighborhoods, famous for its incredible international food scene and relaxed atmosphere. The real estate market offers excellent value, featuring a blend of traditional multi-family brick houses, pre-war cooperatives, and a growing number of sleek new construction condominiums. With its stunning waterfront park and quick commute to Manhattan, Astoria is a top choice for those seeking a balanced urban lifestyle.

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Transit Access

Long Island City

7EGMNRW

Hunters Point Av (7) — 0.2 mi

Court Sq (7 E G M) — 0.2 mi

Long Island City (E G M R) — 0.6 mi

Queensboro Plaza (7 N W) — 0.6 mi

Astoria

No subway data available

Active Listings

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