
Lower East Side apartments provide residents with a diverse set of offerings in an exciting neighborhood. The Lower East Side runs from Bowery to the East River and from Grand Street up to Houston Street. It is one of the grittier parts of the city (in an engaging way) that has drawn in a young demographic. The area borders several cultural centers, such as Chinatown, NoLita, Little Italy and Alphabet City, which blend into some parts of the LES. Living options tend to include a large amount of walk ups with some newly constructed high rise doorman buildings available.
The neighborhood is filled with things to do and has its own unique style. The streets are packed with all types of establishments with residences above. There are many great boutique shops specializing in all types of clothing and wares that can satisfy anyone’s tastes. The Essex Street Market is a prized destination for residents, offering fresh produce, gourmet items and one of the best (and greasiest) hidden gems in the city, Shopsin’s. For individuals who like to be active, East River Park is located far east and possesses a running path and sports fields.
The Lower East Side is dominated by a multitude of restaurants and bars. There are tons of solid spots offering a diverse culinary experience, which makes it popular for dining out and food crawls. The neighborhood has always had a focus on food with Jewish institutions like Katz’s Delicatessen, Russ & Daughters and Yonah Schimmel Knish Bakery still popular today. As far as nightlife goes, the streets of the LES on weekend nights are packed with young people, going from one bar to the next. There is pretty much something for everyone with dive bars, upscale hotel lounges and live music venues all interspersed.
Gotham Court (152 Ludlow Street) – A modern mid-rise doorman elevator building with laundry facilities.
Avalon Chrystie Palace (229 Chrystie Street) – A modern doorman building with a gym and sun deck.
The Ludlow (188 Ludlow Street) – A modern high-rise doorman building offering a gym.
7 Essex Street – A modern condo building with loft-style apartments.
Bowery Court (200 Bowery) – A post-war mid-rise elevator condo building.
575 Grand Street – A high-rise doorman elevator building with a gym.
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Food ‘Inoteca Barrio Chino Frankies Spuntino Clinton Street Baking Co Freeman’s |
Drinks White Star Lolita Bar Jadis White Slab Palace Pianos |
Activities Essex Street Market Tenement Museum Food Crawls East River Park Walking Tours |
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