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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

University Heights vs Upper East Side

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

Bronx|Manhattan

University Heights

Bronx

Upper East Side

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$218K
$1.5M
Median Rent
$2K
$4K
Active Listings
22
1629
Avg Days on Market
0 days
69 days
YoY Price Change
-4.0%
+28.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
4
155

Detailed Comparison

MetricUniversity HeightsUpper East Side
Median Sale Price$217,500$1,500,000
Median Condo PriceN/A$1,623,660
Median Co-op PriceN/A$1,305,000
Median Rent$2,150$4,250
Active Listings221629
Rental Inventory321584
Days on Market069
Price Cut Share13.0%10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume4155
YoY Price Change-4.0%+28.9%
YoY Rent Change+12.9%+7.6%
YoY Inventory Change+69.2%+5.8%
Subway Lines14 5 6

Neighborhood Profiles

University Heights

University Heights stands as a dynamic corner of the Bronx, offering residents a historic urban experience. The real estate landscape is defined by its architectural variety, ranging from dynamic pre-war buildings to sleek, contemporary developments that cater to a modern lifestyle.

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Upper East Side

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

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Transit Access

University Heights

1

207 St (1) — 0.7 mi

Dyckman St (1) — 0.7 mi

Upper East Side

456

77 St (6) — 0.2 mi

86 St (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi

68 St-Hunter College (6) — 0.5 mi

Active Listings

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