What people are saying
"Foodie scene is growing rapidly."
"rent-a-cops - aka public safety "
"Very Clean!"
"Easy commute"
Movers & shakers in the rankings
#1 - Up 3 spots in Queens
#24 - Up 3 spots in Manhattan
#16 - Up 7 spots in Manhattan
Top community reviews
rating details
- Clean & Green
- Cost of Living
- Eating Out
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Medical Facilities
- Neighborly Spirit
- Nightlife
- Parks & Recreation
- Peace & Quiet
- Pest Free
- Public Transport
- Shopping Options
- Safe & Sound
"Five years ago: shady drug haven. Now: melting pot of artists, yuppies, and rockers."
A friend of mine moved into the Avalon Bowery (a massive luxury apartment building on 2nd between 1st and Bowery) five years ago; everyone was in a bit of shock upon hearing that she had elected to pay so much to live in such a sketchy neighborhood. Boy, have things changed since that day.
The streets surrounding that building are filled with high end boutiques like Blue and Cream and Patricia Field. On a warm evening, you can walk past restaurants like Gemma or Five Points and catch a g... Full review
The streets surrounding that building are filled with high end boutiques like Blue and Cream and Patricia Field. On a warm evening, you can walk past restaurants like Gemma or Five Points and catch a g... Full review
Pros
- good mix of people
- great food
- great bar scene
- close to major transport
Cons
- packed with people
- no trees anywhere
- expensive
Recommended for
- Professionals
- Singles
- LGBT+
- Hipsters
- Students
- Trendy & Stylish
