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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Roosevelt Island vs Lower East Side

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Roosevelt Island

Manhattan

Lower East Side

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$965K
$1.1M
Median Rent
$5K
$5K
Active Listings
20
190
Avg Days on Market
42 days
50.5 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
-0.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
2
15

Detailed Comparison

MetricRoosevelt IslandLower East Side
Median Sale Price$965,000$1,080,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$2,535,000
Median Co-op Price$516,984$610,000
Median Rent$4,620$4,567.5
Active Listings20190
Rental Inventory50340
Days on Market4250.5
Price Cut Share7.1%10.0%
Monthly Sales Volume215
YoY Price Change0.0%-0.9%
YoY Rent Change+10.4%+7.5%
YoY Inventory Change-47.4%+19.5%
Subway LinesN/AB D F J M Z

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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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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Transit Access

Roosevelt Island

No subway data available

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

Active Listings

Roosevelt Island for sale

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