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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Williamsburg vs Washington Heights

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

Brooklyn|Manhattan

Williamsburg

Brooklyn

Washington Heights

Manhattan

Median Sale Price
$1.4M
$448K
Median Rent
$5K
$3K
Active Listings
248
169
Avg Days on Market
62.5 days
104 days
YoY Price Change
+7.4%
+7.9%
Monthly Sales Volume
32
14

Detailed Comparison

MetricWilliamsburgWashington Heights
Median Sale Price$1,425,000$447,800
Median Condo Price$1,455,000$400,000
Median Co-op PriceN/A$467,800
Median Rent$4,770$2,800
Active Listings248169
Rental Inventory1240388
Days on Market62.5104
Price Cut Share7.3%14.2%
Monthly Sales Volume3214
YoY Price Change+7.4%+7.9%
YoY Rent Change+7.2%+5.2%
YoY Inventory Change+29.2%+18.2%
Subway LinesN/A1 A C

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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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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Transit Access

Williamsburg

No subway data available

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

Active Listings

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