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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Midtown East vs East Harlem

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Midtown East

Manhattan

East Harlem

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$725K
$689K
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
1219
62
Avg Days on Market
77.5 days
40.5 days
YoY Price Change
-12.4%
-2.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
70
4

Detailed Comparison

MetricMidtown EastEast Harlem
Median Sale Price$725,000$688,500
Median Condo Price$1,132,500$663,250
Median Co-op Price$640,000$499,911
Median Rent$4,500$2,995
Active Listings121962
Rental Inventory1503327
Days on Market77.540.5
Price Cut Share11.0%11.3%
Monthly Sales Volume704
YoY Price Change-12.4%-2.1%
YoY Rent Change+3.6%+5.1%
YoY Inventory Change+16.4%+19.2%
Subway Lines4 5 6 7 E M S4 5 6

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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East Harlem

East Harlem, also known as El Barrio, is a neighborhood rich in culture, art, and history. Known for its vibrant murals and the historic La Marqueta, the area features a growing number of new residential developments alongside historic buildings. The real estate market offers some of Manhattan's most accessible price points, featuring a mix of historic walk-up cooperatives, value-driven HDFC units, and a surge of new luxury condominium developments that offer modern amenities and easy access to the Upper East Side.

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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

East Harlem

456

125 St (4 5 6) — 0.6 mi

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