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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Lower East Side vs Manhattan

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Lower East Side

Manhattan

Manhattan

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$1.1M
Median Rent
$5K
$5K
Active Listings
190
8123
Avg Days on Market
50.5 days
73 days
YoY Price Change
-0.9%
-2.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
15
626

Detailed Comparison

MetricLower East SideManhattan
Median Sale Price$1,080,000$1,050,000
Median Condo Price$2,535,000$1,400,000
Median Co-op Price$610,000$795,000
Median Rent$4,567.5$4,550
Active Listings1908123
Rental Inventory34012307
Days on Market50.573
Price Cut Share10.0%10.8%
Monthly Sales Volume15626
YoY Price Change-0.9%-2.3%
YoY Rent Change+7.5%+8.3%
YoY Inventory Change+19.5%+10.1%
Subway LinesB D F J M Z1 2 3 B C

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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Manhattan

Manhattan provides a scenic environment for those seeking space and value within New York City. The area is known for its scenic setting and a real estate market that features a blend of spacious cooperatives and traditional multi-family residences.

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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

Manhattan

123BC

81 St-Museum of Natural History (B C) — 0.1 mi

86 St (1 B C) — 0.2 mi

79 St (1) — 0.5 mi

72 St (1 2 3 B C) — 0.5 mi

96 St (1 2 3 B C) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

Lower East Side for sale

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