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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Lower East Side vs Flatiron

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Lower East Side

Manhattan

Flatiron

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$1.9M
Median Rent
$5K
$6K
Active Listings
190
222
Avg Days on Market
50.5 days
79 days
YoY Price Change
-0.9%
-28.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
15
16

Detailed Comparison

MetricLower East SideFlatiron
Median Sale Price$1,080,000$1,850,000
Median Condo Price$2,535,000$1,725,000
Median Co-op Price$610,000$1,775,000
Median Rent$4,567.5$6,012.5
Active Listings190222
Rental Inventory340250
Days on Market50.579
Price Cut Share10.0%10.4%
Monthly Sales Volume1516
YoY Price Change-0.9%-28.2%
YoY Rent Change+7.5%-2.9%
YoY Inventory Change+19.5%+3.7%
Subway LinesB D F J M Z1 2 3 B D 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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Flatiron

The Flatiron District is a vibrant intersection of history, technology, and luxury living. Named after the iconic Flatiron Building, the neighborhood is centered around Madison Square Park and is a hub for the city's 'Silicon Alley.' The real estate market is famous for its grand cast-iron loft buildings with high ceilings and expansive floor plans, alongside ultra-luxury glass towers that offer modern amenities and central Manhattan convenience.

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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

Flatiron

123BDFMNQRW

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.6 mi

34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

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