City Guide
New York, NY
Overview
New York, NY, is best known for its famous attractions like Times Square, Central Park, and the Empire State Building. New York City is home to over 8 million people, making it the most densely populated city in the United States. Many things make NYC a unique and interesting city. One fun fact is that the first pizzeria in the U.S. opened in New York. Another fun fact is that more than 800 languages are spoken in New York City, making it the most linguistically diverse city in the world.
What’s it like to live in New York, NY ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in New York, NY you'll find that the median sale price is
$852,500
and homes stay on the market for 67 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in New York are $915,000
and $405,000
, respectively. New York area townhouses have a median sale price of $1,250,000
, making them more expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in New York, NYExplore our New York housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how New York home prices compare to other markets. Explore our New York rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how New York rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in New York, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around New York
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayside | $530,000 | -- | 74 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Staten Island | $766,500 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Brooklyn | $1,092,500 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Astoria | $950,000 | -- | 94 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Queens | $749,000 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
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New York Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 30% of New York homebuyers searched to move out of New York, while 70% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into New York from outside metros.
- Los Angeles homebuyers searched to move into New York more than any other metro followed by Spokane and Hermiston.
Where are people moving to New York from?
- 70% of New York homebuyers searched to stay within the New York metropolitan area.
Where are people from New York moving to?
Number of People Moving to New York
least
most
People are moving to New York from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 210 | ||
| 2 | 17 | ||
| 3 | 17 | ||
| 4 | 15 | ||
| 5 | 4 | ||
| 6 | 3 | ||
| 7 | 3 | ||
| 8 | 3 | ||
| 9 | 3 | ||
| 10 | 2 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in New York, NY ?
If you're living in New York, NY, you know there are countless activities to do and plenty of places to explore. From nature parks to stellar restaurants and an arts and culture scene, you'll never tire of finding a new hidden gem to check out. Home to numerous museums, make sure to check out the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Modern Art, American Museum of Natural History, and Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. There's a vibrant arts and culture scene, ranging from concerts, art exhibits, to Broadway shows and many more. Make sure to see what's happening at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and Radio City Music Hall. There are many parks and green spaces in New York, including the famous Central Park, Hudson River Park, Bryant Park, and Domino Park. You can even walk the High Line, an elevated rail trail converted into a park. From bagels to pizza and pastrami, there are a variety of delicious eateries and restaurants that appeal to every palette in the city. And you don't want to miss out on popular spots like Joe's Pizza, Lilia, and Jacob Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in New York
What's the best way to get around New York, NY ?
The best way to get around New York is by foot, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, New York has a walk score of 88, meaning this area is very walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. New York has a transit score of 89 and convenient for most trips. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 10009, 10002 and 10001. You can also get around New York by bike. With a bike score of 69, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
Bikeable
Bike Score®
New York Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
New York has 112 heavy rail stations; MTA Fordham Metro-North Station, LIRR - Hillside Support Facility, MTA Subway - Main St, LIRR Woodside Station, LIRR - Jamaica Station, MTA Subway - Far Rockaway/Mott Ave, MTA Subway - Court Square, LIRR - Little Neck Station, MTA Subway - Queensboro Plaza, Forest Hills – 71st Avenue. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
New York has 1 tram stop. There are few tram lines, which means it is difficult to use them to commute.
Metro Station
New York has 296 metro stops. The metro lines run through the city and allow you to easily commute.
Marine Terminals & Ferries
New York has 2 marine terminals; Big Yellow C - Staten Island Ferry Terminal, NYC Ferry - Sunset Park/Brooklyn Army Terminal Landing. There are a few ferry lines, which are good for a day trip to a handful of places in the area.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 275 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There are 241 bike rental locations.
Airports
New York has 8 airports which allows you to easily travel.
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