living on the 2nd floor of a brownstone in low West 90's park block?

Actually, the "parlor floor" is the FIRST floor of a brownstone. The floor beneath it -- the "garden" apartment -- is called the GROUND floor.

Thanks, in that case, I really do mean the parlor floor with the unit facing the street

If the bedroom is in the back of the apt. the noise becomes less important. If not .... Park blocks with a direct entrance to the park get early morning and late night dog walkers, so there is some yapping. Street level means garbage removal 3X per week, bottle collectors, and late night revelers.

That being said, I live on a uws park bloc, 7th floor, (bedroom facing the street) and with the windows open I can hear a mouse f*rt at the curb. Then again I sleep lightly. :)

sjbh,

Thanks, I hadn't thought about the trash collection until you brought it up.
How do you like living on the park block in general? It sounds like it generally very quiet outside if u can hear mice :)

living on the parlor floor in a brownstone near the park sounds perfect...you're going to love being there..don't worry about noise...it's Manhattan.. the sounds of the city...enjoy!

In 1985 I lived on the parlor floor of a park block brownstone on 82nd street (my first apartment in new york, summer sublet). I recall it being fairly quiet, good thick walls in those old buildings. I loved it. But I don't mind 23rd street, so there you have it.

you might hate winter mornings when the snow is removed at 6am, but if you like to wake up early you'll barely notice it.

Which park? CP or Riverdside?

up until a few months ago, i lived on the parlor floor of a brownstone on 75th between columbus and amsterdam. it's generally pretty quiet, but the view from the window was a bit disconcerting -- even though i knew i was not eye level with passerby, it certain seemed like it at times. i felt like people could see in really easily, so to protect my privacy i often kept my curtains closed...which can be a downer if you like sunshine or fresh air.

Paperpusher,

did you ever try those blinds that are attached to the base of the window and close upwards. Might be a good compromise..