manhattan real estate: Spotlight on Nolita
- 03/13/19 06:44 PM
Nolita. One of the Best Neighborhoods in New York City
Picturesque Nolita is a charming, upscale area with a trendy vibe. It's known for its chic shopping scene and has plenty of designer jewelry shops, unique clothing boutiques, and home-design stores. Fashionably casual crowds stroll the neighborhood and fill the popular sidewalk cafes, chic bars, and trendy restaurants. On weekends, street vendors selling hand-made jewelry and artwork line Prince Street.
If New York is the city of dreams, then Nolita is the fairy tale inside it. It's such an inspiring part of NYC that even Vanessa Carlton actually wrote a song, "Nolita Fairytale," about it. This … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on Chelsea!
- 02/21/19 06:45 PM
Chelsea is a neighborhood on the West Side of Manhattan, with 14th Street to the south, 30th Street to the north, the western boundary of the Ladies' Mile Historic District – which lies between the Avenue of the Americas (Sixth Avenue) and Seventh Avenue – to the east, and the Hudson River and West Street to the west. To the north of Chelsea is the neighborhood of Hell's Kitchen, as well as the Hudson Yards; to the northeast is the Garment District; to the east are NoMad and the Flatiron District; to the southwest is the Meatpacking District, and to the southeast is Greenwich Village and the West Village.
This famously diverse and artistic neighborhood is – somewhat surprisingly – mostly residential. Chelsea Real Estate mix of tenements, apartment blocks, city housing projects, townhouses, … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Focus on the Financial District!
- 02/12/19 09:10 AM
The Financial District was once an enclave of just businesses – day traders and financial whizzes came to work and left behind empty streets. But no more! That establishing shot from movies and television evolved into a true neighborhood.
The Financial District has become an exciting, vibrant community in an amazing location! It runs from the area south of City Hall Park in Lower Manhattan; the heart of the Financial District is often considered to be the corner of Wall Street and Broad Street, along Fulton Street and John Street.
The Financial District – called FiDi – remains the City’s primary business district but the real estate offerings are some of the most diverse and exciting in the city. … (1 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on Tribeca!
- 02/06/19 06:51 AM
Tribeca – shortened from Triangle Below Canal Street – is a hip, diverse, exciting neighborhood bounded by Canal Street, West Street, Broadway, and either Chambers or Vesey Streets. It’s home to artists, actors, business moguls, and young professionals who are attracted to the energy and diversity of the neighborhood.
In the early 70’s, artists populated Tribeca, making use of new zoning laws, which meant they could live/work in the same space. Once the center of textile and cotton trade, Tribeca residents began converting former industrial buildings – abandoned and inexpensive - into residential buildings and lofts and lay the groundwork for the happening neighborhood it is today.
Tribeca is a sought after neighborhood for home buyers; large … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on the Flatiron District!
- 01/30/19 08:01 AM
The Flatiron District is a neighborhood in New York City, named after the famous Flatiron Building (one of the oldest skyscrapers in Manhattan) at 23rd Street, Broadway, and Fifth Avenue. The Flatiron District boundaries are 20th Street, Union Square and Greenwich Village to the south; the Avenue of the Americas (Sixth Avenue) or Seventh Avenue and Chelsea to the west; 25th Street and NoMad to the north; Rose Hill to the northeast, and Lexington Avenue/Irving Place, Gramercy Park to the east.
Broadway cuts through the middle of the district. At the north end of the neighborhood is Madison Square Park, and also includes the Ladies' Mile Historic District and the birthplace of Theodore Roosevelt, which is a National Historic Site. The Flatiron District is steeped in history, while also remaining an active and … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Life on the Lower East Side!
- 01/18/16 04:35 AM
Life on the Lower East Side!
Historically the epicenter of New York City’s immigrant cultures, the Lower East Side has slowly transformed into one of Manhattan’s trendiest neighborhoods. Today the area is a melting pot of historic Jewish and German vestiges and newly built boutique shops and fashionable eateries.
The Lower East Side is a popular spot for bar-hopping, and other nightlife. Some of the best downtown music venues are located in the area. There are also numerous restaurants, ranging from expensive, fashionable spots to hidden hole-in-the-wall gems. Shopping ranges from upscale boutiques, to contemporary art galleries, to vintage clothing and jewelry stores, … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Lower East Side - Things To Do!
- 01/18/16 04:27 AM
Lower East Side - Things To Do!
The Lower East Side is a popular area of New York City, located in southeastern part of Manhattan. Though the area was traditionally a working-class, immigrant neighborhood, in recent years it has morphed into one of NYC’s trendier neighborhoods. The Lower East Side is home to numerous upscale boutiques, as well as some of the best vintage and antique shopping in the city.
However, the area isn’t just known for it’s shopping; the Lower East Side also has some of the city’s most popular bars and restaurants. Famous eateries such as Dirty Laundry and Cherche Midi … (1 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Little Italy - A Walk Through History!
- 01/18/16 04:03 AM
Little Italy - A Walk Through History!
Little Italy is a neighborhood of New York City located in lower Manhattan, bounded by Tribeca to the west, Chinatown to the south, the Lower East Side to the east, and Nolita to the north. In the 1880s, large populations of immigrants from Naples and Sicily moved into the area, creating a neighborhood with vibrant Italian culture, vestiges of which remain to this day. Though the area was once expansive, today the neighborhood consists of only a few blocks along Mulberry Street.
Though recent surges of new boutiques, cafes, and bars have changed the old-world feel … (1 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on Madison Square, Manhattan
- 10/12/15 02:59 AM
Spotlight on Madison Square, Manhattan
Madison Square is a section of New York City that extends from the intersection of fifth and Broadway to Madison Avenue, and from 23rd to 26th Streets. It was named for the fourth President of the United States, James Madison. Much of the area is taken up by the 6.2 acre Madison Square Park, and is located in the middle of the Flatiron District.
The original Madison Square Garden was located just northeast of the park from its inception until 1925. Notable buildings in the area include the famous Flatiron Building, the Toy Center, and the MetLife Tower … (1 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on the Historical Tenderloin District, Manhattan
- 10/12/15 02:53 AM
Spotlight on the Historical Tenderloin District, Manhattan
The Tenderloin was the name given to the red-light district of New York City, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The area originally extended from 23rd to 42nd Streets, between Fifth and Seventh Avenues. However, by the turn of the 20th century, it had expanded west to Eight Avenue and as far north as 62nd Street. It was a large area, encompassing parts of what are now the Flatiron District, NoMad, Chelsea, Hell’s Kitchen, the Garment District, and the Theater District.
The New York City Police Department’s captain at the time, Alexander “Clubber” Williams, … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on Murray Hill, Manhattan
- 10/12/15 02:41 AM
Spotlight on Murray Hill, Manhattan
Murray Hill is a neighborhood in Midtown Manhattan that extends from East 34th Street to East 42th Street, with Madison Avenue as its west-most point, and Third Avenue as its east boundary. The area is named for the Murray family, who settled in New York in the 18th century, became wealthy shipping merchants, and built a large farm on what is now Murray Hill.
For much of the 20th century, the neighborhood stood as a quiet enclave for wealthy, older residents. However, starting in the late 1990s, a surge of younger tenants have steadily moved to the area, … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on Herald Square, Manhattan, NY
- 10/12/15 02:33 AM
Spotlight on Herald Square, Manhattan, NY
Herald Square is a small section of Midtown Manhattan formed by the intersection of Broadway, Avenue of the Americas, and 34th Street. Named for the iconic, but now-defunct New York Herald newspaper that was previously headquartered there, the square is made up of two distinct sections –Herald Square to the north, and Greeley Square to the south. Both areas are made up of a park surrounded by an array of retail stores.
Shopping is the name of the Herald Square game, with the best selection of chain clothing stores in the city, or possibly the world. The … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on the Garment District Manhattan
- 10/12/15 02:28 AM
Spotlight on the Garment District Manhattan
The Garment District, also sometimes called the Fashion District, is a neighborhood located within Midtown Manhattan. The area is less than one square mile, and extends from 34th to 42nd Street, between Fifth and Ninth Avenue.
Being one of the fashion capitals of the world, New York City is home to a plethora of famous designers, such as Carolina Herrera, Calvin Klein, Oscar de la Renta, and Donna Karan, all of whom have offices, showrooms, and production facilities in the Garment District. The neighborhood also has many fabric suppliers and warehouses. In fact, the whole process, from … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on Hell's Kitchen/Clinton, Manhattan
- 10/12/15 02:19 AM
Spotlight on Hell's Kitchen/Clinton, Manhattan
Hell’s Kitchen, also known at Clinton, is a neighborhood within Midtown West in Manhattan. The area is located between 34th and 59th Streets, bounded by Eighth Avenue to the east and the Hudson River to the west. Hell’s Kitchen has seen a great deal of development in recent years, and is now filled with prime real estate. Once a high-crime neighborhood over run with Irish gangs, the area has become a sought after location in recent years, due to its gentrification and proximity to other parts of Midtown. To the east, you can easily walk to Times … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on Koreatown, Manhattan
- 10/12/15 02:02 AM
Spotlight on Koreatown, Manhattan
Koreatown is a small subsection of Midtown Manhattan. The neighborhood is located between Fifth and Sixth Avenues from 31st to 33rd Streets, although most of the businesses are tightly packed into the one 32nd Street block. Giving off an authentic Korean ambiance, the establishments are small, independently run, and often located on top of each other, on the third or fourth floor. In just this tiny subset of the city, the New York City Korean Chamber of Commerce estimates there to be over 100 small businesses.
Food is a highlight of Koreatown, with endless options for authentic Korean cuisine, … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on Little Brazil, Manhattan
- 10/12/15 01:57 AM
Spotlight on Little Brazil, Manhattan
Little Brazil refers to a small enclave of Midtown Manhattan located along a single block of West 46th Street, between Fifth and sixth Avenues. As the name suggests, the area is mostly comprised of Brazilian commercial enterprises and restaurants. The block can be identified by signs along the 46th Street, in addition to the prominent use of yellow and green –the colors of the Brazilian flag --by many of the area’s vendors. And while the Brazilian population of New York has long spread out from this single block, with many now residing in Astoria, a number of … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on Rockefeller Center!
- 10/12/15 01:52 AM
Spotlight on Rockefeller Center!
Rockefeller Center, commissioned by and named after John D. Rockefeller Jr., is a national historic landmark located in Midtown Manhattan. The most recognized commercial property in the world, it consists of 19 commercial buildings covering 22 acres bounded by 48th and 51st Streets, and Fifth and Sixth Avenues. Building for the project began in 1930, and the completed buildings were opened in 1939. By the time construction was finished, it had become the largest private building project ever undertaken, costing $250 million and employing over 40,000 people.
The Center as is stands now, is a combination of two different … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on Times Square Manhattan
- 10/12/15 01:42 AM
Spotlight on Times Square Manhattan
Times Square is the world’s most iconic commercial intersection, located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. The area extends from West 42nd to West 47th Streets, and is a mecca of business, shopping, and entertainment, recognizable by its iconic billboards, advertisements, and bright lights. Aptly nicknamed “The Center of the Universe,” Times Square is one of the world’s most visited tourist destinations, attracting over fifty million visitors annually, with anywhere from 330,000 to 460,000 people passing through the square on any given day.
Originally known as Longacre Square, after London’s Long Acre stables, the area became the center … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on the Theater District, Manhattan
- 10/12/15 01:14 AM
Spotlight on the Theater District, Manhattan
The Theater District refers to the area of Midtown Manhattan that houses most of the Broadway theaters in New York, as well as movie theaters, hotels, restaurants, and of course, the iconic Times Square. Also located in the area are recording studios, ABC Television Studios, and numerous theatrical agencies. The area extends from West 40th Street to West 54th Street and is bounded by Sixth and Eighth Avenues
The Theater District developed in the late 1800s when the Metropolitan Opera House moved to West 39th Street and Broadway, bringing with it a surge of theater and restaurant … (0 comments)
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manhattan real estate: Spotlight on the Diamond District, Manhattan, NY
- 10/12/15 01:07 AM
New York City’s Diamond District is located along a single block stretch of 47th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues in Midtown Manhattan. It is located within walking distance of other notable Manhattan attractions, such as Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and the Broadway Theater District. The Diamond District is one of the hubs of the global diamond industry, offering the largest shopping district for diamonds and other fine jewelry in the world. More than 2,600 independent businesses are located here, nearly all of which deal in precious gems and jewelry. The district developed during the 1940s when an influx … (0 comments)
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Nolita. One of the Best Neighborhoods in New York City
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