NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
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| Metric | Upper East Side | Melrose |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $1,500,000 | $0 |
| Median Condo Price | $1,623,660 | N/A |
| Median Co-op Price | $1,305,000 | N/A |
| Median Rent | $4,250 | $2,322.5 |
| Active Listings | 1629 | 4 |
| Rental Inventory | 1584 | 7 |
| Days on Market | 69 | 0 |
| Price Cut Share | 10.9% | 0.0% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 155 | 4 |
| YoY Price Change | +28.9% | 0.0% |
| YoY Rent Change | +7.6% | 0.0% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +5.8% | -20.0% |
| Subway Lines | 4 5 6 | N/A |
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.
View Full Market ReportMelrose features 19th-century brownstones, neo-Renaissance apartment houses, and modern LEED-certified developments like Via Verde, all anchored by the commercial corridors along Third Avenue and Melrose Avenue. The 2 and 5 trains stop at East 149th Street, the 4 train serves nearby stations, and St. Mary's Park provides 35 acres of green space on the neighborhood's edge.
View Full Market Report77 St (6) — 0.2 mi
86 St (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi
68 St-Hunter College (6) — 0.5 mi
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