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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

West Village vs Upper East Side

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

Manhattan|Manhattan

West Village

Manhattan

Upper East Side

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.0M
$1.5M
Median Rent
$6K
$4K
Active Listings
149
1629
Avg Days on Market
65 days
69 days
YoY Price Change
-21.2%
+28.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
20
155

Detailed Comparison

MetricWest VillageUpper East Side
Median Sale Price$1,025,000$1,500,000
Median Condo Price$2,387,500$1,623,660
Median Co-op Price$950,000$1,305,000
Median Rent$5,785$4,250
Active Listings1491629
Rental Inventory3641584
Days on Market6569
Price Cut Share12.1%10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume20155
YoY Price Change-21.2%+28.9%
YoY Rent Change+9.3%+7.6%
YoY Inventory Change-3.9%+5.8%
Subway LinesC E4 5 6

Neighborhood Profiles

West Village

The West Village is a historic Manhattan neighborhood known for its cobblestone streets, brownstones, and hidden gardens. The area offers distinctive architectural character unique to this part of the city. The real estate market features historic 19th-century townhouses, cooperatives, and waterfront developments along the Hudson River.

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Upper East Side

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

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Transit Access

West Village

CE

Spring St (C E) — 0.7 mi

Upper East Side

456

77 St (6) — 0.2 mi

86 St (4 5 6) — 0.4 mi

68 St-Hunter College (6) — 0.5 mi

Active Listings

West Village for sale

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