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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Roosevelt Island vs Chelsea

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Roosevelt Island

Manhattan

Chelsea

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$965K
$1.3M
Median Rent
$5K
$6K
Active Listings
20
394
Avg Days on Market
42 days
107 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
-27.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
2
26

Detailed Comparison

MetricRoosevelt IslandChelsea
Median Sale Price$965,000$1,305,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$2,087,000
Median Co-op Price$516,984$697,586
Median Rent$4,620$5,500
Active Listings20394
Rental Inventory50653
Days on Market42107
Price Cut Share7.1%12.9%
Monthly Sales Volume226
YoY Price Change0.0%-27.1%
YoY Rent Change+10.4%+1.9%
YoY Inventory Change-47.4%+5.6%
Subway LinesN/A1 2 3 A B C D E F M N Q R W

Neighborhood Profiles

Roosevelt Island

Roosevelt Island is a unique and tranquil residential community situated in the East River between Manhattan and Queens. Known for its car-free streets, abundant green space, and stunning skyline views, it offers a peaceful retreat from the city's bustle. The real estate market is primarily composed of modern high-rise cooperatives and condominiums that provide a high quality of life with easy access to Manhattan via the iconic tram or the F train.

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Chelsea

Chelsea is the epicenter of New York’s contemporary art world and a hub for innovative architecture. Home to the High Line and Chelsea Market, the neighborhood seamlessly blends industrial history with modern luxury. The real estate market here is dominated by high-end condominium developments designed by world-renowned architects, alongside charming pre-war lofts and historic townhouses in the Chelsea Historic District.

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Transit Access

Roosevelt Island

No subway data available

Chelsea

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34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.6 mi

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

Active Listings

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