East Village

The East Village is an iconic downtown NYC neighborhood. It’s a mecca for great food and nightlife, attracting people in droves.

At a Glance

Known and loved for being the birthplace of punk rock, the East Village is known for its vibrant restaurants and cocktail dens. During the day, however, the neighborhood slows down and has a tranquil feel. Meander down a leafy side street, and you’ll happen upon plenty of prewar buildings and rusting fire escapes, which lend the East Village its old-fashioned charm.

The Mood

At any point during the day, things are happening in the East Village. Streets are busy and shops are full around the clock.

Heart of the Neighborhood

Throngs of revelers head to St. Mark's Place, where vendors sell falafel, punk rock clothing, incense, and much more.

Neighborhood Quirk

Vestiges of the once large East European community can still be found at places like Veselka's and the Russian & Turkish Baths.

Best Perk

Living in the East Village gives you automatic local cred. It's loud, busy, unpredictable and 100% New York City.

Biggest Downside

The housing stock is mostly prewar. Many apartments are in walk-up buildings and are small and in need of updates.

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$910K

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$4,650

Median Base Rent

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The Mood

At any point during the day, things are happening in the East Village. Streets are busy and shops are full around the clock.

Heart of the Neighborhood

Throngs of revelers head to St. Mark's Place, where vendors sell falafel, punk rock clothing, incense, and much more.

Neighborhood Quirk

Vestiges of the once large East European community can still be found at places like Veselka's and the Russian & Turkish Baths.

Best Perk

Living in the East Village gives you automatic local cred. It's loud, busy, unpredictable and 100% New York City.

Biggest Downside

The housing stock is mostly prewar. Many apartments are in walk-up buildings and are small and in need of updates.

What’s close by

Rental prices shown are base rent only and don't include any fees.

1. Lower East Side

Median Sale: $925K Median Base Rent: $4,500

2. Murray Hill

Median Sale: $680K Median Base Rent: $4,600

3. SoHo

Median Sale: $3.4M Median Base Rent: $5,995

4. Astoria

Median Sale: $826K Median Base Rent: $3,000

By the Numbers

Older, walk-up buildings dominate the housing stock in the East Village for both sales and rentals and new condos are few and far between. Despite needing renovation, apartments can command high prices.

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*Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013 ACS

Although rents are rising and the East Village is now thoroughly respectable, it retains some of its old school grit. Slender sidewalks and walls plastered with graffiti are regular sights.

Homages to the neighborhood's punk rock roots are everywhere.

With plenty of dining options and tattoo parlors, the East Village is a popular destination that feels quintessentially "New York."

There are pockets of beautiful architecture and many streets are tree-lined. Most available real estate, however, is in old tenement buildings.

Residents have a lot of pride in their neighborhood as a go-to destination. Community gardens are still fairly common, and Webster Hall is an intimate music venue for some of the world's best musicians.