NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Manhattan
Brooklyn
| Metric | Washington Heights | Gowanus |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $447,800 | $1,045,000 |
| Median Condo Price | $400,000 | $775,000 |
| Median Co-op Price | $467,800 | N/A |
| Median Rent | $2,800 | $4,615 |
| Active Listings | 169 | 24 |
| Rental Inventory | 388 | 326 |
| Days on Market | 104 | 43 |
| Price Cut Share | 14.2% | 16.7% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 14 | 1 |
| YoY Price Change | +7.9% | +51.6% |
| YoY Rent Change | +5.2% | +15.4% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +18.2% | -25.0% |
| Subway Lines | 1 A C | N/A |
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.
View Full Market ReportGowanus features a striking mix of 19th-century brick warehouses, Greek Revival rowhouses, and new glass-and-steel condominiums rising along the canal waterfront. The F, G, R, D, and N/W trains are accessible at nearby Smith-Ninth Streets and Fourth Avenue-Ninth Street stations, with Atlantic Terminal a short walk north. Washington Park and the Old Stone House landmark anchor the neighborhood's green space, while a major rezoning is bringing thousands of new residential units and waterfront parkland to the area.
View Full Market Report181 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
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