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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Lower East Side vs Boerum Hill

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

Manhattan|Brooklyn

Lower East Side

Manhattan

Boerum Hill

Brooklyn

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$1.6M
Median Rent
$5K
$5K
Active Listings
190
66
Avg Days on Market
50.5 days
34 days
YoY Price Change
-0.9%
+5.6%
Monthly Sales Volume
15
5

Detailed Comparison

MetricLower East SideBoerum Hill
Median Sale Price$1,080,000$1,555,000
Median Condo Price$2,535,000$1,841,250
Median Co-op Price$610,000N/A
Median Rent$4,567.5$4,900
Active Listings19066
Rental Inventory340211
Days on Market50.534
Price Cut Share10.0%24.2%
Monthly Sales Volume155
YoY Price Change-0.9%+5.6%
YoY Rent Change+7.5%+19.1%
YoY Inventory Change+19.5%+10.0%
Subway LinesB D F J M Z2 3 4 5 A C F R

Neighborhood Profiles

Lower East Side

The Lower East Side (LES) is a neighborhood where New York’s storied history meets its high-end future. Known for its legendary nightlife and deep historic roots, the area has seen a dramatic transformation with the arrival of luxury towers like Essex Crossing. The housing stock is a unique mix of historic walk-up cooperatives, value-driven HDFC units, and ultra-modern condominiums that offer some of the best views in Downtown Manhattan.

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Boerum Hill

Boerum Hill is a charming residential neighborhood that perfectly blends historic character with modern urban living. Known for its tree-lined streets and the boutiques of Atlantic Avenue and Smith Street, the area offers a relaxed yet sophisticated vibe. The housing stock features a mix of classic three-story row houses and a growing number of high-end condominium developments that provide contemporary amenities in a central Brooklyn location.

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Transit Access

Lower East Side

BDFJMZ

East Broadway (F) — 0.3 mi

Delancey St-Essex St (F J M Z) — 0.3 mi

Grand St (B D) — 0.5 mi

Bowery (J Z) — 0.5 mi

Second Ave (F) — 0.6 mi

Boerum Hill

2345ACFR

Jay St-MetroTech (A C F R) — 0.4 mi

Borough Hall (2 3 4 5) — 0.5 mi

Court St (R) — 0.6 mi

Active Listings

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