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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Wakefield vs Washington Heights

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

Bronx|Manhattan

Wakefield

Bronx

Washington Heights

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$795K
$448K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
14
169
Avg Days on Market
0 days
104 days
YoY Price Change
+20.5%
+7.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
5
14

Detailed Comparison

MetricWakefieldWashington Heights
Median Sale Price$795,000$447,800
Median Condo PriceN/A$400,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$467,800
Median Rent$2,200$2,800
Active Listings14169
Rental Inventory9388
Days on Market0104
Price Cut Share30.8%14.2%
Monthly Sales Volume514
YoY Price Change+20.5%+7.9%
YoY Rent Change+2.3%+5.2%
YoY Inventory Change+180.0%+18.2%
Subway LinesN/A1 A C

Neighborhood Profiles

Wakefield

Wakefield sits at the northern edge of the Bronx with a mix of detached single-family Victorian homes, two-family brick houses, and low-rise apartment buildings along quiet residential streets. The 2 and 5 trains terminate at East 241st Street, and the Metro-North Harlem Line at Wakefield station provides a second commuter option to Grand Central. Van Cortlandt Park, one of the city's largest green spaces at 1,146 acres, offers extensive trails and recreation nearby.

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Washington Heights

Washington Heights is a vibrant, transit-connected neighborhood known for its dramatic topography and stunning views of the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge. Home to the Cloisters and Fort Tryon Park, the area offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty. The real estate market is characterized by large, pre-war cooperatives that offer significant space for the price, making it a popular choice for those seeking value and community.

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Transit Access

Wakefield

No subway data available

Washington Heights

1AC

181 St (1 A) — 0.4 mi

175 St (A) — 0.4 mi

168 St (1 A C) — 0.5 mi

163 St-Amsterdam Av (C) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

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