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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Upper East Side vs Brooklyn

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

Manhattan|Brooklyn

Upper East Side

Manhattan

Brooklyn

Brooklyn

Median Sale Price
$1.5M
$985K
Median Rent
$4K
$4K
Active Listings
1629
3925
Avg Days on Market
69 days
62.5 days
YoY Price Change
+28.9%
+2.6%
Monthly Sales Volume
155
496

Detailed Comparison

MetricUpper East SideBrooklyn
Median Sale Price$1,500,000$985,000
Median Condo Price$1,623,660$1,057,500
Median Co-op Price$1,305,000$450,000
Median Rent$4,250$3,695
Active Listings16293925
Rental Inventory158410359
Days on Market6962.5
Price Cut Share10.9%10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume155496
YoY Price Change+28.9%+2.6%
YoY Rent Change+7.6%+6.7%
YoY Inventory Change+5.8%+13.7%
Subway Lines4 5 6N/A

Neighborhood Profiles

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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Brooklyn

Brooklyn is a traditional Brooklyn neighborhood characterized by its picturesque streets and strong residential identity. The housing stock features a blend of traditional row houses and contemporary boutique developments, offering a balanced lifestyle within a storied community.

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Transit Access

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

Brooklyn

No subway data available

Active Listings

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