Manhattan Neighborhoods
Hamilton Heights (HH)
Located in the mostly western part of Harlem, Hamilton Heights lies between the 125th street to the south and St Nicolas Avenue to the East. The name was given to the neighborhood in honor of Alexander Hamilton, a renowned general who lived in the area when it was still mostly farmland. If you are planning to find NYC apartments in an elegant environment, Hamilton Heights is a place not to miss. Most of the buildings date back to the end of the nineteenth and the beginning of the twentieth century. The architecture is remarkably diverse—spacious apartment buildings, brownstones and landmarks are lined up on the green streets of the neighborhood. It is an exclusively residential district; that boasts the St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, the Convent Avenue Baptist Church and the summer home of Alexander Hamilton. Home to City College of New York, The Harlem School of Arts, Dance Theatre of Harlem and many more historical sites, Hamilton Heights holds a respected spot on the list of NYC residential areas.
The neighborhood comprises Sugar Hill, which is designated as a historic area with numerous land-marked individual buildings. Sugar Hill is situated in the northern part of Harlem, defined by 155th street to the north and 145th street to the south. More than other district, life in Sugar Hill is powered by family and community. The name of the district originated in 1920’s and can be translated into ‘sweet life’ in Harlem, being a perfect spot for the peaceful residential rentals in NYC.
Harlem (H)
If you want to find rental apartments in Manhattan combining historical heritage, affordable prices, rich culture and architecture; Harlem will certainly meet your expectations. The district stretches from the Hudson River to the 5th Avenue, meeting with the Washington Heights to the North.
Long known as the major black cultural center; Harlem has gone through a renaissance starting from the 1990’s and is today becoming one of the most popular living areas due to its commercial, retail and residential space. The appeal of the locale lies in the masterful concoction of the nineteenth century townhouses, prewar buildings and modern architecture of the new Harlem Center. This lively area is enchanting for its seemingly incompatible combinations of old and new, Harlem’s new era nests gospel brunches and Starbucks together. World-famous Columbia University marks Harlem as one of the most popular and affordable student housing area in NYC.
Inwood (INW)
If you are tired of high rent fees and tiny downtown-apartments then your choices should include the inwood neighborhood. Not only rental possibilities, but also numerous apartments on sale are affordable in this area densely packed with art deco buildings and numerous parks. Inwood is located between the Hudson and Harlem Rivers, just north of Fort Tryon Park and the Cloisters medieval museum. Due to the apparent closeness with nature and lower-priced housing, Inwood has always been an attractive place for young families and artists searching for refuge from more expensive apartments in Chelsea and the West Village. The neighborhood feels almost isolated from NYC, since it’s distanced from the stresses of downtown and close to attractive outdoor places: such as playgrounds, jogging paths and the last remnants of the old forest in Manhattan.
Inwood got its name from the verdant woods that once blanketed northern Manhattan. Natural forests still exists in Inwood Hill Park: filled with oaks, tulips, maples, hickory and dogwood trees. The park has a six mile long hiking trail, the only available salt marsh in Manhattan, baseball fields, tennis and basketball courts. Inwood Hill Park has rangers offering walking tours on Indian history, park geology and native birds.
In the 1930’s, Irish and German descendants settled into this neighborhood representing the working-class. There were many low-rise buildings at that time, abutted by farmland. In the 60’s farms were removed, then Cuban and Puerto Rican families moved into the prewar buildings located at the east end of Broadway. Recently, the seven-block area boarded by Broadway, Post Avenue, Dyckman and 207th Street was considered the nation’s largest concentration of Dominicans. Today Inwood has become a refuge for actors, musicians and artists seeking low-rent housings in Manhattan.
Inwood offers public schools 5, 98, 152 and I.S. 52. The closest secondary school is George Washington High School located in Washington Heights.
Morningside Heights (MH)
Often referred to as the ‘Academic Acropolis’ or the ‘Acropolis of New York’, Morningside Heights lies not only on the highest point in Manhattan, but is also dominated by the intellectual scenery of Columbia University, Barnard College, Jewish Theological Seminary and many other schools. The neighborhood is delineated by Morningside Avenue to the east, Cathedral Parkway to the south and Riverside Park to the west. There are good public transportation connections, so the area is well linked with other parts of New York City.
Known as one of the quietest and safest neighborhoods in the past, Morningside Heights is becoming a vibrant hotspot due to increasing business ventures, numerous bars and coffee shops; resulting in the mushrooming of luxury Manhattan apartments.
Landmarks of the district are the gothic Riverside Church and the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John the Divine that started in Byzantine-Romanesque design and continued in the French Gothic style. When completed, the building will be the world’s largest cathedral. This and other impressive buildings turn Morningside Heights into an unforgettable sight.
Riverside Drive and Claremont Avenue house one of the most attractive and superb apartment rentals in NYC, making Morningside Heights a popular choice not only for students and professors inhabiting the area; but also for original New Yorkers.
Washington Heights (WH)
Those seeking suburban feel, while still in the heart of the city, have to head for Washington Heights. Located in the northern part of Manhattan, Washington Heights is defined by 155th Street to the South and Dyckman Street to the North. The area offers affordable apartments to rent, for both families and young people. Art Deco houses are lined up on quiet streets giving the feeling of harmony and peace. At the same time, the crazy life of the city-centre is easily accessible - a 15 minutes train can take you to Midtown.
The name of the district derives from Fort Washington, a fortification constructed on the highest point of Manhattan by the Continental Army to defend from the British forces in the American Revolutionary War. One of the tourist attractions of the neighborhood is The Cloisters in Fort Tryon Park. Major museums include the medieval branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Hispanic Society of America with the well-known works of El Greco and Goya.
Spanish Harlem (SH)
Spanish Harlem, mostly known as East Harlem, gives a Latin tinge to Manhattan. In the past, the area was inhabited by Irish, Italian, Russian and Lebanese immigrants who left behind rich culturally diverse atmosphere. Spanish Harlem is located in the north-eastern part of Manhattan, bounded by the East River to the east and Central Park to the West. Mostly Latin, the district is a perfect sample of well preserved close-knit community where the life of the families is intimately intertwined.
Remarkable sights such El Museo Del Barrio, the Museum of The City of New York and the Harbor Conservatory for the Performed Arts; which create a cultural hue to the neighborhood.
So, if you are in search of full-blown excitement of Latin fervor with marvelous ethnic cuisine and salsa dancing and all this at affordable prices; Spanish Harlem should be on your list of NY apartment rentals.
Upper East Side (UES)
This part of New York City is often referred to as Manhattan’s main neighborhood, as it is one of the most elegant and enriched areas in NYC. It is bordered by East 96th St. on the north, East 60th St. on the South, Fifth Avenue on West and East River on the East. Near Fifth and Park Avenues you will find the city’s “Gold Coast” representing the most luxurious and expensive co-op and condo apartments in Manhattan; mansions and pre-war buildings with price range from 3 to 30K US.
More affordable apartments and restaurants are located from the East 80s and 90s, east of Lexington Avenue. Many entry-level professionals and young families choose to rent their first apartments between Third and York Avenues; because this area is filled with amenities, as well as reasonably priced and conveniently located restaurants.
The Upper East Side is certainly a pleasant area. Residents have Central Park as their backyard with all its meadows, zoo and other entertainment. The greatest art attraction of the city, the famous Museum Mile, is also located here. You have the Metropolitan, the Guggenheim, the Frick and the Whitney. The 92nd Street YMCA on the other hand, offers an impressive list of free lectures and events for those with a limited budget. Fashion-lovers can satisfy their desires on East 57th and Madison Avenue, considered one of the best shopping streets. Lastly, nightlife is beaming on the Third Avenue, with young professionals and graduates enjoying themselves till the early morning.
In terms of educational advantages, the UES is well-equipped with public and private schools—P.S. 6, P.S.158, East Middle School, Dalton School and the Chapin School. Transportation means is also easily accessible with the 4, 5 and 6 subway lines. Everyone looking for apartments in NYC should consider this elegant and sophisticated neighborhood with high-rate restaurants and marvelous architecture.
Upper West Side (UWS)
The Upper West Side is one of the most popular neighborhoods in New York City. It lies between 59th and 96th Streets, from Central Park West to the Hudson River. The Upper West Side has its own distinct atmosphere set by the Classic turn-of-the century apartment buildings and brownstones on wide tree-lined side streets.
In the middle of the 1990s the Upper West Side began to gentrify, leaving this part of Manhattan rentals for the higher social set. This area is now defined by expensive luxury restaurants, stylish high-rise buildings, a growing number of superstores such as Barnes & Nobel and Victoria’s Secret. This neighborhood is considered to be a home for intellectuals, writers, musicians and actors; a preferred uptown playground for the young and socially active.
Two of the countries architecturally distinguished buildings, the Italian Baroque San Remo and Dakota are situated here. Fun-lovers can also find lots to do in this area: the Museum of Natural History with its dinosaur skeletons, Lincoln Center of the Performing Arts catering to children and art-enjoyers, trendy bars, as well as gourmet food at Zabars and Fairway. Broadway has plenty of restaurants & bars to satisfy those enjoying nightlife. On top of that, the neighborhood offers good public schools and large parks—Central and Riverside Parks—necessary environments for comfortable family life.
However, if your choice falls on the area, keep in mind that you will need both time and finances to complete your apartment hunt successfully. Nevertheless, this amusement-packed and charming neighborhood with magical views and friendly atmosphere; deserves a respected place in NYC rentals.
Beekman (BEEK)
Beekman, designated on our map by 42nd and 59th Streets on the Eastside of 5th Avenue, is the part of Manhattan that is often referred to as Midtown East.
Beekman is made up of several neighborhoods that are worth mentioning in the NYC rental market. Turtle Bay, is the diplomatic and business hotspot of the city; an area which does not lack wealth, prestige or history. The atmosphere is further formalized by the existence of the United Nation’s base on First Avenue. Naturally, security is abundantly provided, making the neighborhood one of the safest residential rentals areas in Manhattan. At the same time, plunging the visitors in the ever-flowing tide of voices, languages and traffic.
Sutton Place, located between the East 53rd and East 59th Streets, is considered one of Manhattan’s most prestigious rental areas in NY. The standing comes along with top prices and extravagant; however, luxurious co-ops and townhouses that boast high rate security and privacy. Two public parks, as well as good bus connections to Wall Street, make the area pleasant living for every type of individual.
Midtown East offers a lively business environment. Every type of rental apartments is available here: starting with luxury high-rise buildings, studios and one bed-room apartments and ending with old world charm. Corporations are not the only marvel of the neighborhood. Grand Central Station represents an architectural gemstone full of shops and restaurants, at the same time providing easy access to other parts of the city with six subway lines.
The neighborhood has other entertainment, ranging from 5th Avenue for those keeping up with the world of fashion to Rockefeller Center and Saint Patrick Cathedral for those in search of architectural beauty.
Murray Hill (MH)
Murray Hill is situated between 35th and 39th Streets and between Third and Madison Avenues. Nevertheless, many NYC residents refer to the area as the East 30s from 5th Ave to the East River.
Most New York City residents will agree that they are living in one of the busiest places in the world, anywhere in the City. Murray Hill offers a slice of tranquility in this crazy town. Located in the heart of Manhattan, Murray Hill is like a quiet oasis, easily accessible from every part of the city. In addition to the slow pace, the neighborhood also offers affordable apartments. Wide diversity of residents can be encountered here, from young families just starting their independent lives to older professionals who are long-time residents of Murray Hill.
Unlike most of Manhattan neighborhoods, Murray Hill has managed to retain its character and peaceful environment due to its loyal lifelong residents. Many of the Murray Hill buildings were converted in 1990s into carriage houses and gorgeous brownstones, all available for sale or rent.
The area is full of ethnic restaurants, lounges, cozy cafes and family oriented facilities. As for the shoppers, all their needs are supported by the local stores and markets, other prospects are also just a ten minute walk from the area. The scenery is further diversified with the Morgan Museum & Library and Jazz Standard club, which add an intellectual touch to the place. Such important international organizations as the United Nations, along with several major hospitals add a pleasant mix of doctors and diplomats to Murray Hill’s residency.
Gramercy Park (GP)
The neighborhood runs from 18th to 23rd Streets between Third Avenue and Park Avenue South including Irving Place. Nevertheless, most New York City residents refer to anything in the east teens and east 20s as Gramercy Park. During 1840s and 50s, when the neighborhood was just developing, the streets of Gramercy Park were endowed with brick and brownstone low-rises and mansions; together with institutional buildings and churches. Not surprisingly this neighborhood was one of the most prestigious places of residence in pre-Civil War New York City.
In the first half of the 20th century Gramercy Park was completely transformed as the old low-rise buildings where replaced by tall luxury apartment houses. Few of the large apartment houses used by single-family remained since that period. Once the affluent families moved out, the neighborhood lost its social standing.
Today, the area has reverted to its old standing. The area once considered in between downtown and uptown, is one of the most popular apartment rentals in Manhattan. Gramercy Park is reputed to be a youth-oriented neighborhood with numerous chic restaurants, mega-stores and fashion photographer’s studios. New York’s oldest surviving saloon, Pete’s Tavern is also situated here.
In the center of the neighborhood is the only surviving “private residential park” in NYC, surrounded by marvelous townhouses and prewar buildings. The limit on traffic and the environment brings back the feel of 1800’s. Another oasis in the area is Madison Square Park. One of the highlights of the area is the triangular Flatiron Building, the first skyscraper in the city.
However, if you are searching for the less expensive Gramercy Park apartments rentals, simply look outside the boundaries of the park; where all types of dwellings from top floor luxury apartments to studios are available.
Clinton (CLI)
Clinton is situated between 34th and 59th streets, West of 7th Avenue. It is home to a lively mix of young professionals, students and families; resulting in the diverse housing opportunities with everything from tiny tenements to luxury high-rises.
Densely packed with art galleries and entertainment places, Clinton is the area where you will never get bored. Club “21” with its jockey statues, the attractive bar at 21 West 52nd Street with hanging toys, as well as Oak Bar for older New Yorkers are good examples of flashy nightlife.
The Theater District, with Times Square at its heart is a popular tourist destination with bright lights and everlasting activity. Around 36 theatres can satisfy even the most demanding art-lover, not to mention curious tourists and students.
Formerly a large industrial area, Clinton is now becoming Manhattan’s new charm. Home to young professionals, Yuppies, Central American Immigrants as well as original New Yorkers; residential life here is very active. With everyone knowing each other, Clinton is a mini melting-pot of Manhattan.
The Fashion Center is becoming its own residential community. Conventional location and close proximity of restaurants, shops and offices makes the area attractive for NY apartment rentals. It offers affordable housing, as well as numerous luxury rentals.
The area is often called tourist-infested due to the important transportation gateways: Penn Station, The Port Authority and New Jersey Bus Terminal make life easier for visitors and also for residents who can easily access every part of city.
Chelsea (CHE)
The Chelsea area was a rural farmland until 1750 when Capt. Thomas Clarke bought a tract there for his retirement. He named his farm Chelsea, after the Chelsea Royal Hospital, an old soldier’s home in England. A century later, his grandson Clement Clarke Moore, reluctantly decided to develop the farmland into a garden suburb. Today Moore is revered as the founding father of Chelsea; he established guidelines for residential buildings that are still enforced between the avenues today.
In the luxury category, Chelsea is only slightly less expensive than the West Village. Prime Chelsea real estate varies between townhouses with 10-foot yards and brownstones located in the Historic District, which encompasses parts of West 20th, 21st and 22nd Streets (between 8th and 10th avenues). Loft buildings are the primary residences between the Avenue of Americas and Seventh Avenue, there are also lots of 19th century brownstones between Seventh and 10th Avenues. During recent years, prices for rent and sales have been rising. Even though it is hard to find a vacant townhouse, Chelsea holds a top place in NYC luxury apartments.
Chelsea Piers is a sports and entertainment complex: it offers 2 outdoor skating rinks for roller blading and roller-skating, 2 indoor ice-skating rinks and a 200-yard driving range for golfers. Clement Clarke Moore Park is available for children; in addition there are several day care centers in this area and the small Muhlenberg Library, which has a well-stocked children’s section.
A fashionable place to live in, this area is diverse in culture, ethnicity and race, which creates a small-town atmosphere appreciated by its dwellers. The mix adds specific character to Chelsea, different from the homogeneity of Upper East Side. Home to numerous cutting-edge art galleries and theatres, the area buzzes during the seasonal art openings. The landmark of the neighborhood is the Chelsea Hotel, which has long been a favorite place of artists and musicians.
Chelsea is an advantageous housing place for families with children. It has 2 Roman Catholic private elementary schools, Guardian Angel and St. Columbia. Chelsea also offers nursery schools and public schools including P.S. 11, P.S. 33, I.S. 70, Bayard High School for Humanities and Fashion Industries High School.
East Village (EV)
The East Village neighborhood extends from 14th street down to East Houston Street, bounded by Broadway Avenue to the west. The center of the region is marked by Bowery to St. Mark’s Place, which is full of unique shops including new and used record stores, as well as antique clothing boutiques. You can also witness great views, such as “Alamo” (a steel sculpted cube is balanced on one point) at Astor Place.
Manhattan’s night-life is formed by both East and West Village together. The area also offers a variety of restaurants, from Indian cuisine, Ukrainian food and Italian restaurants. Tompkins Square Park with tree-lined paths and two dog runs; is a slice of nature in the middle of neighborhood.
Here, in East Village you will also find the homes of Cornelius Vanderbilt and John Jacob Astor, located on the Lafayette Street. Nowadays, most of the housings in this neighborhood consist of low-rise and pre-war buildings.
East Village was once considered outside of what a New York City real estate agent would show to a customer, since it was known as the Hell’s Angels headquarters, full of punk rockers, drug dealers and bikers. Now, thanks to the New York University and rise in the salaries, the area turned into an enclave that young yuppies are more than willing to consider for a better price on a rental. Nowadays, apartments in this Manhattan neighborhood are listed in every real estate company operating in New York.
West Village (WV)
West Village stretches roughly from 14th to Houston Streets, between the Hudson River and Broadway. The neighborhood is distinguished by streets that are set at an angle to the other streets of Manhattan, sometimes confusing both tourist and city residents. With its quiet streets, low-rise townhouses, and profusion of cafes, shops, small theaters, boutiques, bodegas and music clubs, the Village is reminiscent of European cities, such as Paris and Budapest. Known as "Little Bohemia", West Village is home of the bohemian and the hips as well as home for writers, artists, intellectuals, radicals, actors, students and many other professionals and families. Because of its Old World charm, many people have been drawn to this area. The Village provides interesting real estate options. Narrow, cozy and crooked streets and 19th Century brownstones retain the colonial feel of old New York. Along the Hudson River, new luxury residential buildings offer splendid views of the river as well as the city, and converted warehouse buildings feature lofts and other large residential spaces. The Meatpacking District at the top of this neighborhood, also known as the "Gansevoort Historic District", is filled with trendy boutiques and night clubs. Although some high-rises have popped up in the last few years, there's still no better spot for charming townhouse apartments on quiet, tree-lined streets.
The West Village is home to a number of cultural icons. The Jefferson Market Library is a beautiful historic building with a clock tower that is right on the crossroads of Greenwich Ave and 6th Ave. A former courthouse, it was co-designed by Calvert Vaux who also co-designed Central Park. The Church of St. Luke in the Fields is an Episcopal church founded in 1820. St. Luke's is known for its vibrant musical life. The Stonewall Inn, was the site of the famous Stonewall riots of 1969, which have come to symbolize the beginning of the gay liberation movement in the United States. The bar is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Residents who wish to access fresh air and exercise enjoy close proximity to Hudson River Park, a waterside park on the Hudson River. The park includes tennis and soccer fields, batting cages, children's playground, dog run, recreational piers, and many other features.
West Village food shoppers have access to countless gourmet stores and corner delis, including Health & Harmony, a health food venue, Ottomanelli & Sons, a specialty butcher shop and Murray's Cheese Shop, for an extensive array of dairy delights. The neighborhood features a broad range of tasty restaurants and fun hangouts. Awesome eateries include the Buddha Bar with its giant Buddha, koi ponds, and Asian fusion cuisine, Valbella for flawless Northern Italian fare, and El Faro for fantastic tapas.The West Village intensifies as night falls with sexy wine bars, cozy taverns, hot clubs and lounges. Choices include Pegu Club, a mecca for serious cocktail connoisseurs, the Otheroom, a hidden, dimly lit and friendly wine bar, and the Village Vanguard, an intimate basement jazz club that has been open since 1935.
West Village shopping options are varied and interesting. Unique boutiques include Aedes De Venusta, a wonderful shop with beautiful displays and gorgeous fragrances, Flight 001 for the coolest in travel gear, and Geppetto's Toy Box, selling unique fun for kids of all ages.
West Village residents have access to some excellent public schools including the Blue Ribbon City As School Alternative High School, Independence High School and PS 3 Charette School. Private schools include parochial institutions like Our Lady of Pompeii and Notre Dame High School and lay institutions like the Village Community School.
This vibrant, charming and colorful neighborhood is one of the city's most popular neighborhoods in which to live. West Village with mellow jazz clubs and intimate apartments create the atmosphere of a small town nestled within the big city.
Lower East Side (LES)
Once the largest Jewish community, the Lower East Side has now become one of New York’s most assorted neighborhoods. Lying South of Houston and East of Broadway, the LES skillfully mixes commercial and residential spaces; producing lively NYC housing for designers, musicians, artists and students from different backgrounds. Just like its residents, the architecture in the district is quite diverse; offering everything from small refurbished lofts and duplexes to old walk-up buildings.
The LES boasts a jumble of foreign cultures and nationalities. Chinatown with its narrow streets and small ethnic restaurants; is one of the most interesting places in NYC. Formerly, mostly a tourist destination; the area is now turning into a nouveau-riche residential district due its unique boutiques and exotic Asian spirit.
On the other hand, Little Italy introduces the visitor to the European life. Unforgettable scents of garlicky pasta, pizza and fresh bread are lofting through the tiny streets with numerous cafes and pleasant Italian music. Italian culture can be encountered on every corner from Italian celebrations to actual residential life. Due to its beaming atmosphere, Little Italy is drawing many young residents to its multi-tenant style affordable apartments.
Along with entertainment places such as theatres, recording room-themed bars and cheap shopping in the Garment District on Orchard Street; the LES also has an abundance of outdoor greenery. The East River Park is a marvelous get-away for the whole family; with to its bike paths, playgrounds, baseball and soccer fields.
Along with the above mentioned neighborhoods, LES also includes the Civic Centre and two bridges. The whole area is easily accessible by the subway lines: B, D, F, V, J, M, Z, 6
SoHo (SOHO)
Soho is a short form of the neighborhood’s geographic location—South of Houston. As for the rest of its boundaries, Soho is bordered on the south by Canal Street, on the east by Broadway, and on the west by 6th Avenue. On top of popular location, the area has many convenient subway lines making transportation to any part of Manhattan effortless.
Till the 1970s Soho was largely a commercial neighborhood with cast in iron buildings. However, in the past decades artists began occupying most of vacant warehouses with natural sunlight and enormous open space. Lately the warehouses turned into residential lofts perfect for sculpting and painting. The area was zoned solely for artists and their studios, some of the buildings even had storefront galleries at the ground level, transforming Soho into a perfect deal for an artist.
Some time later, more and more people realized Soho was a perfect downtown neighborhood. Consequently, today Soho offers one of the most desirable apartment rentals in NYC.
The area boasts stylish atmosphere thanks to working actors and top-models residing here. This neighborhood tends to be one of the safest in all of Manhattan. There are lots of high-end stores, malls, galleries and restaurants in Soho. Around 250 art galleries, four museums, bars, theatres, spas and performance centers can entertain the residents from every walk of life. In terms of architecture, the neighborhood still retains its elegant European-style with Neo Greco and Italianate architecture and cobblestone streets.
TriBeCa (TRI)
The Tribeca neighborhood is bounded by Canal and Barclay Streets to the north and south respectively; with the Hudson River and Broadway to the east and west respectively. The name of the neighborhood, Tribeca actually stands for Triangle Below Canal. It is often defined as very dynamic area, full of unique collection of shops, restaurants, art galleries and luxury high-rise buildings. Robert Deniro’s film studio; together with vast designer lofts, are also located here. As a consequence, celebrities are frequent guests of the area, giving Tribeca a certain chic air. The neighborhood is located near New York City’s Financial District, which adds convenience to the eclectic mixes of commercial and residential properties.
Back in ‘70s, when prices were low and the Hudson River views affordable, this place was crowded. Many poor artists chose this neighborhood as their home, investing some sweat equity to install kitchens and bathrooms in raw warehouses. In the mid ‘80s the neighborhood began to gain in popularity, it appeared on maps and property values rose as celebrities, developers, and professionals recognized the advantage of vast apartments near Wall Street or midtown.
The area is full of Greek coffee shops, appliance stores and mom-and-pop shops; which remain unchanged since the 1930’s. In terms of entertainment, Tribeca has a respectable number of playhouses, the Performing Arts Center and the annual Tribeca Film Festival. Tribeca is known as a safe neighborhood, with excellent schools and only 10-15 minute walk from midtown Manhattan. All these conveniences make Tribeca a popular NYC residential rental.
Battery Park City (BPC)
This neighborhood is one of Manhattan’s youngest neighborhoods, conceived in 1962, and derives its name from the battery of guns kept by the British to protect the harbor. Only in 1976, when the landfill was completed, did the Battery Park community start to actually develop.
Situated south of Chambers and West of West St, Battery Park City is a lively financial district by day and a pleasant ‘suburban’ lifestyle district at night.
New York’s historic monuments are only a few minutes walk: Trinity Church lends a calming air to the district, as ‘Ground Zero’ is a solemn area with future growth. Architecture varies from old-style Pace University, residential neighborhoods with high-rise and low-rise complexes and finally to the futuristic World Trade Center.
The construction of residential areas began in the late 1990’s, mostly to the north of the World Financial Center. Due to this, the area primarily occupies new Manhattan luxury apartments. Most of the residents are Wall Street business people and the infrastructure is greatly built around their lifestyles; with gyms, restaurants, indoor tennis courts and golf facilities. The well-planned housing also offers an abundance of trees and waterfront sidewalks.
High-quality restaurants like Giovanni’s Atrium on Washington Street, as well as American Park can offer a venerable view on top of a pleasant meal. The Wintergarden is considered to be one of the most spectacular interior spaces in the City; with its forest of 16 palm trees, vista of the marina and the river. This and other highlights, make Battery Park City a pleasant developing area for rental apartments in NYC.
Wall Street (WALL)
Along with Battery Park City, Wall Street makes up the Financial District of NYC. The area has a symbolic importance, since present New York City originated in Lower Manhattan. The land was purchased for only 24 dollars by Peter Minuit in 1626 from local Indians. By 1653, the area had turned into the Dutch city of New Amsterdam; which became the trading centre between Europeans and Indians. The name ‘Wall Street’ appeared soon, due to the wall built by the Dutch to keep out their British neighbors. In 1664 the area was overtaken by the English and then renamed New York.
Although the neighborhood is no longer the main business district, it still retains its figurative title as the center of world’s economy. Headquarters to Chase Bank, American Express, The Dow Jones and Merrill Lynch; sustain its respected standing.
The Main associations with Wall Street are power and money. However; near the American Stock Exchanges, Wall Street offers cobblestone streets and historic buildings, making it the undisputed gemstone of NY residential rentals. The neighborhood offers plenty of luxury Manhattan apartments with magnificent views of the downtown skyline. Shops and restaurants are also abundant, to fully cater to the growing population. Gyms and subway lines, on the other hand, keep the bankers and stock brokers in shape and on time.
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