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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Washington Heights vs Forest Hills

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

Manhattan|Queens

Washington Heights

Manhattan

Forest Hills

Queens

Median Sale Price
$448K
$433K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
169
365
Avg Days on Market
104 days
85.5 days
YoY Price Change
+7.9%
+5.5%
Monthly Sales Volume
14
38

Detailed Comparison

MetricWashington HeightsForest Hills
Median Sale Price$447,800$432,500
Median Condo Price$400,000$804,400
Median Co-op Price$467,800$356,000
Median Rent$2,800$2,842
Active Listings169365
Rental Inventory388221
Days on Market10485.5
Price Cut Share14.2%13.4%
Monthly Sales Volume1438
YoY Price Change+7.9%+5.5%
YoY Rent Change+5.2%+3.3%
YoY Inventory Change+18.2%+20.9%
Subway Lines1 A CN/A

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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Forest Hills

Forest Hills is a sought-after and picturesque Queens neighborhood known for its lush greenery and exceptional architecture. The area is famous for Forest Hills Gardens, a private community featuring stunning Tudor-style homes and winding streets. The broader neighborhood offers a mix of grand pre-war cooperatives, modern luxury condominiums, and the vibrant shopping and dining destination of Austin Street, providing a suburban feel within the city limits.

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Transit Access

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

Forest Hills

No subway data available

Active Listings

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