36 Roosevelt Island, Manhattan NY Apartments for Rent

About Roosevelt Island

Yes, people live on Roosevelt Island: where waterfront parks, skyline views, and tranquil living create a unique residential enclave in the middle of the East River. It's an anomaly among NYC neighborhoods, and that's exactly its charm. Centrally located and tucked away at the same time, the island has its own commercial strip and is just a stone's throw from the throngs of 57th Street. Throughout the 19th century, Roosevelt Island was primarily occupied by hospitals until redevelopment in the 1970s transformed it into a residential community. Renters and buyers can expect to find mostly high-rise co-ops and condos, with a sprinkling of new developments on the southern half of the island.