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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

West Harlem vs Midtown East

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

West Harlem

Manhattan

Midtown East

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$40K
$725K
Median Rent
$4K
$5K
Active Listings
10
1219
Avg Days on Market
198 days
77.5 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
-12.4%
Monthly Sales Volume
1
70

Detailed Comparison

MetricWest HarlemMidtown East
Median Sale Price$40,250$725,000
Median Condo Price$1,185,539$1,132,500
Median Co-op Price$40,250$640,000
Median Rent$3,600$4,500
Active Listings101219
Rental Inventory701503
Days on Market19877.5
Price Cut Share7.1%11.0%
Monthly Sales Volume170
YoY Price Change0.0%-12.4%
YoY Rent Change+32.1%+3.6%
YoY Inventory Change-33.3%+16.4%
Subway Lines1 A B C D4 5 6 7 E M S

Neighborhood Profiles

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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Midtown East

Midtown East is a dynamic hub that serves as the gateway to Manhattan for many. Home to iconic landmarks like Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building, the neighborhood offers unparalleled convenience for commuters and professionals. The residential landscape is a mix of high-rise luxury towers and charming side-street cooperatives, providing a wide array of options for those who want to be at the center of the city's energy.

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Transit Access

West Harlem

1ABCD

125 St (1 A B C D) — 0.2 mi

145 St (1) — 0.6 mi

Midtown East

4567EMS

Grand Central-42 St (4 5 6 7 S) — 0.3 mi

51 St (6) — 0.3 mi

Lexington Av/53 St (E M) — 0.4 mi

5 Av/53 St (E M) — 0.5 mi

59 St (4 5 6) — 0.7 mi

Active Listings

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