Why 80% of Manhattan Buyers Are Looking Elsewhere—and the Borough Winning Them Over

Real Estate News · October 26, 2026 · Source: Realtor.com · By Snejana Farberov · 4 min read at the source

Pier of Long Island near Gantry Plaza State Park in Long Island City, Queens, New York at night

Queens is New York City’s top borough for Manhattan buyers seeking more space without sacrificing their urban lifestyle.

Reported by Snejana Farberov for Realtor.com (Trends), originally published October 26, 2026.

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Topics: Trends, Bronx NY, Buyer Demand, Daily Email, Data Journalism, Manhattan NY, Movers, New York NY

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