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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Washington Heights vs West Harlem

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

Washington Heights

Manhattan

West Harlem

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$448K
$40K
Median Rent
$3K
$4K
Active Listings
169
10
Avg Days on Market
104 days
198 days
YoY Price Change
+7.9%
0.0%
Monthly Sales Volume
14
1

Detailed Comparison

MetricWashington HeightsWest Harlem
Median Sale Price$447,800$40,250
Median Condo Price$400,000$1,185,539
Median Co-op Price$467,800$40,250
Median Rent$2,800$3,600
Active Listings16910
Rental Inventory38870
Days on Market104198
Price Cut Share14.2%7.1%
Monthly Sales Volume141
YoY Price Change+7.9%0.0%
YoY Rent Change+5.2%+32.1%
YoY Inventory Change+18.2%-33.3%
Subway Lines1 A C1 A B C D

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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West Harlem

West Harlem is a dynamic neighborhood that stretches from the Hudson River to St. Nicholas Park. Home to the expanding Columbia University Manhattanville campus and the scenic Riverbank State Park, the area offers a blend of academic energy and waterfront recreation. The real estate market features a mix of historic row houses, value-driven HDFC cooperatives, and a growing number of modern boutique condominiums that offer contemporary living in a historic setting.

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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

West Harlem

1ABCD

125 St (1 A B C D) — 0.2 mi

145 St (1) — 0.6 mi

Active Listings

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