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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Midtown East vs Lower East Side

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Midtown East

Manhattan

Lower East Side

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$725K
$1.1M
Median Rent
$5K
$5K
Active Listings
1219
190
Avg Days on Market
77.5 days
50.5 days
YoY Price Change
-12.4%
-0.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
70
15

Detailed Comparison

MetricMidtown EastLower East Side
Median Sale Price$725,000$1,080,000
Median Condo Price$1,132,500$2,535,000
Median Co-op Price$640,000$610,000
Median Rent$4,500$4,567.5
Active Listings1219190
Rental Inventory1503340
Days on Market77.550.5
Price Cut Share11.0%10.0%
Monthly Sales Volume7015
YoY Price Change-12.4%-0.9%
YoY Rent Change+3.6%+7.5%
YoY Inventory Change+16.4%+19.5%
Subway Lines4 5 6 7 E M SB D F J M Z

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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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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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

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

Active Listings

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