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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Kips Bay vs Morningside Heights

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Kips Bay

Manhattan

Morningside Heights

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$895K
$718K
Median Rent
$4K
$5K
Active Listings
98
72
Avg Days on Market
72 days
62.5 days
YoY Price Change
+2.8%
-46.3%
Monthly Sales Volume
38
7

Detailed Comparison

MetricKips BayMorningside Heights
Median Sale Price$895,000$718,000
Median Condo Price$1,050,000$1,712,500
Median Co-op Price$650,000$602,500
Median Rent$4,050$4,500
Active Listings9872
Rental Inventory22096
Days on Market7262.5
Price Cut Share12.5%4.2%
Monthly Sales Volume387
YoY Price Change+2.8%-46.3%
YoY Rent Change+3.9%+8.9%
YoY Inventory Change-4.1%-25.8%
Subway Lines4 5 6 7 B D F M N Q R S W1 A B C D

Neighborhood Profiles

Kips Bay

Kips Bay is a relaxed and highly convenient residential neighborhood located on the East Side of Manhattan. Known for its mix of mid-century high-rises and charming brick townhouses, it offers a more approachable price point than its neighbors to the north and south. Residents enjoy proximity to the East River Esplanade, a variety of local dining options, and easy access to the city's major medical centers and Midtown business hubs.

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Morningside Heights

Morningside Heights is often referred to as the 'Academic Acropolis' of New York, home to Columbia University and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Perched on a plateau between Riverside and Morningside Parks, the neighborhood offers a scholarly and serene atmosphere. The real estate market is dominated by grand pre-war cooperatives with high ceilings and classic details, catering to those who appreciate historic architecture and green space.

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Transit Access

Kips Bay

4567BDFMNQRSW

Grand Central-42 St (4 5 6 7 S) — 0.7 mi

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

Morningside Heights

1ABCD

116 St-Columbia University (1) — 0.2 mi

125 St (1 A B C D) — 0.5 mi

Active Listings

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