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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for June 2026. *
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Upper West Side real estate market. *
Mar 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Mar 2026 - May 2026).
Home values on the Upper West Side have risen notably in this rolling three-month view, with the typical home value up about 13% year over year to roughly $1.65 million, outpacing the broader Manhattan median of about $1.45 million. While list prices are up only modestly from a year ago, the average sale-to-list ratio is essentially at parity around 100%, and nearly one in five recent sales closed above the asking price, signaling buyers are still willing to pay close to list for desirable properties.
Listing and contract activity show a nuanced picture of supply and demand. Active listings are down compared with a year ago, yet months of supply has climbed to about 6.2 months, higher than Manhattan’s 8.4 months but still consistent with the area’s seller-leaning market gauge. Pending sales and homes sold have slipped slightly year over year, indicating buyers are being more selective even as more inventory cycles through the market.
Time on market has lengthened sharply in this rolling period, with the median days on market now close to three months, a marked change from the much quicker pace seen a year or two ago. This slower tempo can give buyers more room to evaluate options, even though pricing power still tilts toward sellers. With conditions varying by price point and property type, Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an Upper West Side agent who understands today’s numbers and how to navigate them effectively.
Upper West Side offers residents a balanced, walkable urban life with easy access to Central Park, world-class museums, diverse dining, excellent schools, and a close-knit, neighborhood-focused community.
Upper West Side is ideal for buyers and sellers who value classic architecture, tree-lined streets, and cultural access in equal measure. Longtime residents appreciate its prewar co-ops and brownstones, while newer arrivals gravitate toward full-service condos with amenities. Proximity to Central Park and Riverside Park gives families and pet owners daily access to playgrounds, bike paths, and ballfields, all within a short walk of Broadway’s retail and dining.
Housing here ranges from historic co-ops around Lincoln Center to luxury towers closer to Columbus Circle, and from compact studios ideal for pied-à-terre buyers to multi-bedroom homes that rarely change hands. The neighborhood’s strong school options, including P.S. 199 and P.S. 87, help drive demand, as does easy access to the 1, 2, 3, B, and C subway lines and Upper West Side bus routes.
Daily life is anchored by local institutions like Zabar’s and the American Museum of Natural History, with quieter residential pockets just a few blocks from lively stretches of Amsterdam and Columbus. For some owners, timing a sale to seasonal buyer traffic around major cultural events can be crucial, while buyers benefit from understanding how block-by-block variations affect co-op boards, taxes, and carrying costs.
A knowledgeable local agent who understands these neighborhood-level nuances can help you navigate the Upper West Side market with confidence. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with the right real estate professional for their goals.
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