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West Village, NY
West Village · New York County · NY 10014
Updated June 23, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: West Village, New York City, New York
Good for now
Verdict
$1.4M
Median Price
100/100
Walk Score
7.4/10
Schools
7 min
to Midtown Manhattan, NY
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
AWalkability
100/100
WYLT Score66/100
Our Take
West Village is a premium Manhattan neighborhood with world‑class walkability and transit, but the cost of living is sky‑high. It’s a solid choice if you can afford it, but it may feel cramped and noisy for families or those on a tight budget.
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The Good
- ✓Unbeatable walkability and public transit
- ✓Proximity to Midtown Manhattan
- ✓Affluent, safe streets
- ✓Excellent dining and nightlife options
Real Talk
- !Housing prices and rents are among the highest in NYC
- !Apartments are often tiny, with limited storage
- !Street traffic and noise can be relentless
- !Green space is scarce and crowded
- $Elevator service and maintenance fees
- $High condominium association fees
- $Parking or street‑parking restrictions and fines
Best For
young professionalsremote workersstudentsfoodies
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
West Village, 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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