NYC Neighborhood Comparison
Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.
Manhattan
Brooklyn
| Metric | Washington Heights | Kensington |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $447,800 | $567,500 |
| Median Condo Price | $400,000 | $537,104.5 |
| Median Co-op Price | $467,800 | $515,000 |
| Median Rent | $2,800 | $3,000 |
| Active Listings | 169 | 76 |
| Rental Inventory | 388 | 74 |
| Days on Market | 104 | 53.5 |
| Price Cut Share | 14.2% | 11.8% |
| Monthly Sales Volume | 14 | 7 |
| YoY Price Change | +7.9% | -24.5% |
| YoY Rent Change | +5.2% | +11.5% |
| YoY Inventory Change | +18.2% | 0.0% |
| 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 ReportKensington is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood bordered by Prospect Park to the north and the landmarked Green-Wood Cemetery to the west, with Ocean Parkway running through its center as one of the borough's signature tree-lined boulevards. The housing stock includes brick rowhouses, prewar co-op apartment buildings along Ocean Parkway and Coney Island Avenue, and detached Victorian homes on the side streets, served by the F and G trains at Fort Hamilton Parkway and Church Avenue. The B and Q express trains are accessible within a short walk, providing a 30-to-35-minute commute to Midtown Manhattan.
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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