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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Williamsburg vs Lower East Side

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

Brooklyn|Manhattan

Williamsburg

Brooklyn

Lower East Side

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.4M
$1.1M
Median Rent
$5K
$5K
Active Listings
248
190
Avg Days on Market
62.5 days
50.5 days
YoY Price Change
+7.4%
-0.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
32
15

Detailed Comparison

MetricWilliamsburgLower East Side
Median Sale Price$1,425,000$1,080,000
Median Condo Price$1,455,000$2,535,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$610,000
Median Rent$4,770$4,567.5
Active Listings248190
Rental Inventory1240340
Days on Market62.550.5
Price Cut Share7.3%10.0%
Monthly Sales Volume3215
YoY Price Change+7.4%-0.9%
YoY Rent Change+7.2%+7.5%
YoY Inventory Change+29.2%+19.5%
Subway LinesN/AB D F J M Z

Neighborhood Profiles

Williamsburg

Williamsburg is the global face of Brooklyn's cultural and residential renaissance. Defined by its stunning waterfront parks and the iconic L-train connection to Manhattan, the neighborhood offers a high-energy lifestyle. The real estate market is dominated by sleek, glass-walled luxury condominiums along the East River, alongside historic warehouse conversions and boutique new developments that cater to a wide range of buyers and renters.

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Lower East Side

The Lower East Side (LES) is a neighborhood where New York’s storied history meets its high-end future. Known for its legendary nightlife and deep historic roots, the area has seen a dramatic transformation with the arrival of luxury towers like Essex Crossing. The housing stock is a unique mix of historic walk-up cooperatives, value-driven HDFC units, and ultra-modern condominiums that offer some of the best views in Downtown Manhattan.

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Transit Access

Williamsburg

No subway data available

Lower East Side

BDFJMZ

East Broadway (F) — 0.3 mi

Delancey St-Essex St (F J M Z) — 0.3 mi

Grand St (B D) — 0.5 mi

Bowery (J Z) — 0.5 mi

Second Ave (F) — 0.6 mi

Active Listings

Williamsburg for sale

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