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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Lower East Side vs Murray Hill

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Lower East Side

Manhattan

Murray Hill

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.1M
$1.1M
Median Rent
$5K
$4K
Active Listings
190
145
Avg Days on Market
50.5 days
68 days
YoY Price Change
-0.9%
+3.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
15
52

Detailed Comparison

MetricLower East SideMurray Hill
Median Sale Price$1,080,000$1,095,000
Median Condo Price$2,535,000$1,350,000
Median Co-op Price$610,000$750,000
Median Rent$4,567.5$4,200
Active Listings190145
Rental Inventory340310
Days on Market50.568
Price Cut Share10.0%11.8%
Monthly Sales Volume1552
YoY Price Change-0.9%+3.2%
YoY Rent Change+7.5%+4.1%
YoY Inventory Change+19.5%-5.3%
Subway LinesB D F J M Z4 5 6 7 B D F M N Q R S W

Neighborhood Profiles

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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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

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

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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