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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Washington Heights vs Howard Beach

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

Manhattan|Queens

Washington Heights

Manhattan

Howard Beach

Queens

Median Sale Price
$448K
$625K
Median Rent
$3K
$3K
Active Listings
169
55
Avg Days on Market
104 days
54 days
YoY Price Change
+7.9%
+33.4%
Monthly Sales Volume
14
16

Detailed Comparison

MetricWashington HeightsHoward Beach
Median Sale Price$447,800$625,000
Median Condo Price$400,000N/A
Median Co-op Price$467,800$270,000
Median Rent$2,800$2,550
Active Listings16955
Rental Inventory3881
Days on Market10454
Price Cut Share14.2%7.3%
Monthly Sales Volume1416
YoY Price Change+7.9%+33.4%
YoY Rent Change+5.2%+15.9%
YoY Inventory Change+18.2%+25.0%
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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Howard Beach

Howard Beach provides a unpretentious setting for those seeking space and value within New York City. The area is known for its historic atmosphere and a real estate market that features a blend of unpretentious cooperatives and traditional multi-family residences.

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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

Howard Beach

No subway data available

Active Listings

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