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New York City, NY
New York City · New York County · NY 10012
Updated June 24, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$1.5M
Median Price
100/100
Walk Score
7.4/10
Schools
9 min
to Midtown Manhattan
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
FQuietness
30/100
ACommute
100/100
AWalkability
100/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
The neighborhood is a walker's paradise with excellent transit and dining, but it comes with a sky-high cost of living. If you’re comfortable paying premium rents and taxes for the convenience, it’s worth considering. Otherwise, look elsewhere for more affordable options.
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The Good
- ✓Unbeatable walkability and transit
- ✓High‑quality restaurants and nightlife
- ✓Strong school ratings and educational options
- ✓Low flood risk and short commute to Midtown
Real Talk
- !Rents and property prices are among the highest in the city
- !Limited quiet; the area is very crowded and noisy
- !High taxes and utility costs add to the expense
- !Limited space—most apartments are small and expensive
- $Property taxes and insurance
- $Expensive groceries and specialty foods
- $Parking permits and street parking fees
- $Higher cost of childcare and day‑care services
Best For
young professionalsstudentstouristsnightlife lovers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
New York City, NY
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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