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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Hillcrest vs Murray Hill

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

Queens|Manhattan

Hillcrest

Queens

Murray Hill

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$835K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
10
250
Avg Days on Market
0 days
58 days
YoY Price Change
+25.8%
+2.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
7
38

Detailed Comparison

MetricHillcrestMurray Hill
Median Sale Price$1,150,000$835,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,050,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$595,000
Median Rent$2,400$3,400
Active Listings10250
Rental Inventory4220
Days on Market058
Price Cut Share23.1%13.0%
Monthly Sales Volume738
YoY Price Change+25.8%+2.9%
YoY Rent Change-5.9%+3.6%
YoY Inventory Change+400.0%+3.5%
Subway LinesN/A4 5 6 7 B D F M N Q R S W

Neighborhood Profiles

Hillcrest

Hillcrest is a hilly residential Queens neighborhood of brick Tudor and Colonial homes, garden-apartment cooperatives, and mid-rise condominium buildings along the spine of the Jamaica Hills ridge. The F train at Parsons Boulevard and 169th Street stations provides subway access, and local buses connect to Jamaica Center. St. John's University campus borders the neighborhood to the north.

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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

Hillcrest

No subway data available

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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