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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Washington Heights vs Chelsea

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Washington Heights

Manhattan

Chelsea

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$448K
$1.3M
Median Rent
$3K
$6K
Active Listings
169
394
Avg Days on Market
104 days
107 days
YoY Price Change
+7.9%
-27.1%
Monthly Sales Volume
14
26

Detailed Comparison

MetricWashington HeightsChelsea
Median Sale Price$447,800$1,305,000
Median Condo Price$400,000$2,087,000
Median Co-op Price$467,800$697,586
Median Rent$2,800$5,500
Active Listings169394
Rental Inventory388653
Days on Market104107
Price Cut Share14.2%12.9%
Monthly Sales Volume1426
YoY Price Change+7.9%-27.1%
YoY Rent Change+5.2%+1.9%
YoY Inventory Change+18.2%+5.6%
Subway Lines1 A C1 2 3 A B C D E F M N Q R W

Neighborhood Profiles

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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Chelsea

Chelsea is the epicenter of New York’s contemporary art world and a hub for innovative architecture. Home to the High Line and Chelsea Market, the neighborhood seamlessly blends industrial history with modern luxury. The real estate market here is dominated by high-end condominium developments designed by world-renowned architects, alongside charming pre-war lofts and historic townhouses in the Chelsea Historic District.

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Transit Access

Washington Heights

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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

Chelsea

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34 St-Penn Station (1 2 3 A C E) — 0.6 mi

34 St-Herald Sq (B D F M N Q R W) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

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