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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Lower East Side vs Central Park South

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Lower East Side

Manhattan

Central Park South

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$1.1M
Median Rent
$5K
$14K
Active Listings
190
88
Avg Days on Market
50.5 days
80.5 days
YoY Price Change
-0.9%
-57.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
15
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricLower East SideCentral Park South
Median Sale Price$1,080,000$1,072,500
Median Condo Price$2,535,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$610,000$1,900,000
Median Rent$4,567.5$14,000
Active Listings19088
Rental Inventory34050
Days on Market50.580.5
Price Cut Share10.0%6.8%
Monthly Sales Volume151
YoY Price Change-0.9%-57.9%
YoY Rent Change+7.5%+66.7%
YoY Inventory Change+19.5%+27.5%
Subway LinesB D F J M Z1 4 5 6 A B C D E F M N Q R W

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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Central Park South

Central Park South is one of the most recognized and sought-after residential stretches in the world. Often associated with 'Billionaires' Row,' the neighborhood offers unparalleled, unobstructed views of Central Park. The real estate market is a mix of legendary pre-war cooperatives, historic hotels-turned-residences, and soaring ultra-luxury glass towers that provide the pinnacle of New York City living and white-glove service.

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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

Central Park South

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57 St (F N Q R W) — 0.1 mi

59 St-Columbus Circle (1 A B C D) — 0.3 mi

5 Av/53 St (E M) — 0.4 mi

66 St-Lincoln Center (1) — 0.6 mi

59 St (4 5 6) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

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