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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Morningside Heights vs Murray Hill

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Morningside Heights

Manhattan

Murray Hill

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$718K
$1.1M
Median Rent
$5K
$4K
Active Listings
72
145
Avg Days on Market
62.5 days
68 days
YoY Price Change
-46.3%
+3.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
7
52

Detailed Comparison

MetricMorningside HeightsMurray Hill
Median Sale Price$718,000$1,095,000
Median Condo Price$1,712,500$1,350,000
Median Co-op Price$602,500$750,000
Median Rent$4,500$4,200
Active Listings72145
Rental Inventory96310
Days on Market62.568
Price Cut Share4.2%11.8%
Monthly Sales Volume752
YoY Price Change-46.3%+3.2%
YoY Rent Change+8.9%+4.1%
YoY Inventory Change-25.8%-5.3%
Subway Lines1 A B C D4 5 6 7 B D F M N Q R S W

Neighborhood Profiles

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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Murray Hill

Murray Hill offers a central Manhattan location with a surprisingly neighborhood-like feel. Known for its historic 'Sniffen Court' and a mix of mid-century high-rises and 19th-century townhouses, it is a popular choice for professionals seeking proximity to Grand Central and Midtown. The neighborhood is particularly well-regarded for offering a wide range of price points, from entry-level studio cooperatives to expansive luxury penthouses.

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Transit Access

Morningside Heights

1ABCD

116 St-Columbia University (1) — 0.2 mi

125 St (1 A B C D) — 0.5 mi

Murray Hill

4567BDFMNQRSW

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

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.6 mi

51 St (6) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

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