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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Midtown East vs Chelsea

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Midtown East

Manhattan

Chelsea

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$725K
$1.3M
Median Rent
$5K
$6K
Active Listings
1219
394
Avg Days on Market
77.5 days
107 days
YoY Price Change
-12.4%
-27.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
70
26

Detailed Comparison

MetricMidtown EastChelsea
Median Sale Price$725,000$1,305,000
Median Condo Price$1,132,500$2,087,000
Median Co-op Price$640,000$697,586
Median Rent$4,500$5,500
Active Listings1219394
Rental Inventory1503653
Days on Market77.5107
Price Cut Share11.0%12.9%
Monthly Sales Volume7026
YoY Price Change-12.4%-27.1%
YoY Rent Change+3.6%+1.9%
YoY Inventory Change+16.4%+5.6%
Subway Lines4 5 6 7 E M S1 2 3 A B C D E F M N Q R W

Neighborhood Profiles

Midtown East

Midtown East is a dynamic hub that serves as the gateway to Manhattan for many. Home to iconic landmarks like Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building, the neighborhood offers unparalleled convenience for commuters and professionals. The residential landscape is a mix of high-rise luxury towers and charming side-street cooperatives, providing a wide array of options for those who want to be at the center of the city's energy.

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Chelsea

Chelsea is the epicenter of New York’s contemporary art world and a hub for innovative architecture. Home to the High Line and Chelsea Market, the neighborhood seamlessly blends industrial history with modern luxury. The real estate market here is dominated by high-end condominium developments designed by world-renowned architects, alongside charming pre-war lofts and historic townhouses in the Chelsea Historic District.

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Transit Access

Midtown East

4567EMS

Grand Central-42 St (4 5 6 7 S) — 0.3 mi

51 St (6) — 0.3 mi

Lexington Av/53 St (E M) — 0.4 mi

5 Av/53 St (E M) — 0.5 mi

59 St (4 5 6) — 0.7 mi

Chelsea

123ABCDEFMNQRW

34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.6 mi

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

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