Murray Hill

Murray Hill offers a down-to-earth vibe amid the excitement of central Manhattan, not to mention unparalleled access to Midtown office buildings and the rest of the city. The neighborhood has long popular among those looking for an easy commute and accessible rent, and with tons of pubs, its fun-loving energy is hard to miss. In the morning, the streets are filled with New Yorkers heading to Midtown for work; come evening, you’ll see the crowds returning home, grabbing takeout, or hitting one of the many sports bars lining Third Avenue. Murray Hill’s housing stock is noticeably diverse by Midtown Manhattan standards, from some of the borough’s oldest townhouses to prewar co-ops to high-rise rental buildings with doormen. The neighborhood’s residents may come and go, but the place eschews intransigence and maintains a familiar, college-town feel.

The Mood

Murray Hill is dense in pubs, but light on culture, and vacillates between being inoffensively rowdy and slightly vanilla.

Heart of the Neighborhood

Joshua Tree bar, an old standby on Third Avenue that is the neighborhood's de facto clubhouse, doesn’t disappoint for those looking for a strong happy hour crowd.

Neighborhood Quirk

An unexpected architectural gem amid the high rises, Sniffen Court is a small mews off of 36th Street made up of 10 beautifully preserved carriage houses.

Best Perk

Murray Hill is on a 24/7 schedule: You can find nail salons, dry-cleaners, gyms, and delivery places that are open at all hours of the day.

Biggest Downside

Murray Hill lacks a sense of real local flavor: Though there are many many upbeat bars and restaurants, they tend to feel generic.