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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Williamsburg vs Upper East Side

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

Brooklyn|Manhattan

Williamsburg

Brooklyn

Upper East Side

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.4M
$1.5M
Median Rent
$5K
$4K
Active Listings
248
1629
Avg Days on Market
62.5 days
69 days
YoY Price Change
+7.4%
+28.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
32
155

Detailed Comparison

MetricWilliamsburgUpper East Side
Median Sale Price$1,425,000$1,500,000
Median Condo Price$1,455,000$1,623,660
Median Co-op PriceN/A$1,305,000
Median Rent$4,770$4,250
Active Listings2481629
Rental Inventory12401584
Days on Market62.569
Price Cut Share7.3%10.9%
Monthly Sales Volume32155
YoY Price Change+7.4%+28.9%
YoY Rent Change+7.2%+7.6%
YoY Inventory Change+29.2%+5.8%
Subway LinesN/A4 5 6

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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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

Williamsburg

No subway data available

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

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