Archives: Communities

Throggs Neck, located in the southeastern Bronx where the East River meets Long Island Sound, is a waterfront neighborhood known for its suburban feel, marinas, and views of the Throgs Neck and Whitestone Bridges. Transportation includes local and express buses to Manhattan, easy access to I-95, the Throgs Neck Expressway, and Hutchinson River Parkway. Landmarks…

Concourse Village, located in the South Bronx just east of the Grand Concourse between East 156th and East 161st Streets, is a residential neighborhood with strong community character and excellent access to cultural and civic landmarks. Transportation is highly convenient, with the 2, 4, 5, and B/D trains, plus multiple bus lines and nearby highways.…

Spuyten Duyvil, located in the southwest corner of Riverdale in the Bronx, is a residential neighborhood known for its hillside setting and sweeping Hudson River views. Transportation is excellent, with Metro-North’s Spuyten Duyvil Station providing a 25-minute commute to Midtown, plus express buses, local buses, and access to the Henry Hudson Parkway. Landmarks include the…

North Riverdale, the northernmost section of the Bronx along the Hudson River, offers a quiet, residential setting with easy access to both Manhattan and Westchester. Transportation options include Metro-North’s Hudson Line from Riverdale or nearby Spuyten Duyvil Stations, express buses to Midtown, and driving convenience via the Henry Hudson Parkway. Landmarks include Seton Park, Van…

Hudson Hill, part of Riverdale in the northwest Bronx, is a residential enclave known for its scenic views of the Hudson River and proximity to natural green space. Transportation includes Metro-North service from Riverdale Station, express buses to Manhattan, local buses, and access to the Henry Hudson Parkway. The neighborhood is defined by landmarks such…

Fieldston, located in the northwest Bronx near Riverdale, is a private, landmarked residential community known for its winding streets, greenery, and historic architecture. Transportation options include the Metro-North Hudson Line at Riverdale Station, express buses to Manhattan, and easy access to the Henry Hudson Parkway. Landmarks include the Romanesque-style Fieldston School buildings, Wave Hill cultural…

Yorkville, located on Manhattan’s Upper East Side between 79th and 96th Streets east of Third Avenue, is a neighborhood with rich history and a welcoming atmosphere. Transportation is excellent, thanks to the Q train along Second Avenue, the 4, 5, 6 trains at Lexington Avenue, plus crosstown buses and ferry service at East 90th Street.…

Stuyvesant Town, often called StuyTown, is a planned residential community on Manhattan’s east side between 14th and 20th Streets, bordered by First Avenue and Avenue C. Transportation is convenient with the L train at First Avenue, the 4, 5, 6, N, Q, R, W, and L trains at Union Square, and multiple bus routes nearby.…

Little Italy, located in Lower Manhattan between Canal, Bowery, and Lafayette Streets, is a historic neighborhood known for its Italian heritage and vibrant street life. Transportation is excellent, with access to the 6, N, R, Q, W, J, and Z subway lines, plus multiple bus routes. Landmarks include Mulberry Street, the Italian American Museum, and…

East Harlem, also known as El Barrio, is a vibrant neighborhood stretching from 96th Street to the Harlem River, east of Fifth Avenue. Transportation is convenient with the 4, 5, 6 subway lines along Lexington Avenue, the Q at Second Avenue, and multiple bus routes linking to Midtown and beyond. Landmarks include the Museum of…