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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Midtown East vs Forest Hills

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

Manhattan|Queens

Midtown East

Manhattan

Forest Hills

Queens

Median Sale Price
$725K
$433K
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
1219
365
Avg Days on Market
77.5 days
85.5 days
YoY Price Change
-12.4%
+5.5%
Monthly Sales Volume
70
38

Detailed Comparison

MetricMidtown EastForest Hills
Median Sale Price$725,000$432,500
Median Condo Price$1,132,500$804,400
Median Co-op Price$640,000$356,000
Median Rent$4,500$2,842
Active Listings1219365
Rental Inventory1503221
Days on Market77.585.5
Price Cut Share11.0%13.4%
Monthly Sales Volume7038
YoY Price Change-12.4%+5.5%
YoY Rent Change+3.6%+3.3%
YoY Inventory Change+16.4%+20.9%
Subway Lines4 5 6 7 E M SN/A

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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Forest Hills

Forest Hills is a sought-after and picturesque Queens neighborhood known for its lush greenery and exceptional architecture. The area is famous for Forest Hills Gardens, a private community featuring stunning Tudor-style homes and winding streets. The broader neighborhood offers a mix of grand pre-war cooperatives, modern luxury condominiums, and the vibrant shopping and dining destination of Austin Street, providing a suburban feel within the city limits.

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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

Forest Hills

No subway data available

Active Listings

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