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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Lower East Side vs Upper East Side

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Lower East Side

Manhattan

Upper East Side

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$1.5M
Median Rent
$5K
$4K
Active Listings
190
1629
Avg Days on Market
50.5 days
69 days
YoY Price Change
-0.9%
+28.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
15
155

Detailed Comparison

MetricLower East SideUpper East Side
Median Sale Price$1,080,000$1,500,000
Median Condo Price$2,535,000$1,623,660
Median Co-op Price$610,000$1,305,000
Median Rent$4,567.5$4,250
Active Listings1901629
Rental Inventory3401584
Days on Market50.569
Price Cut Share10.0%10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume15155
YoY Price Change-0.9%+28.9%
YoY Rent Change+7.5%+7.6%
YoY Inventory Change+19.5%+5.8%
Subway LinesB D F J M Z4 5 6

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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Upper East Side

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

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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

Upper East Side

456

77 St (6) — 0.2 mi

86 St (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi

68 St-Hunter College (6) — 0.5 mi

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