Without any doubt, every New Yorker’s dream includes an apartment that centers around Central Park which is located in the center of Manhattan and provides a refuge from the noise of the city. Hence, the people of New York are more than willing to pay premium in order to avail the opportunity of living around the Central Park.
The neighborhoods that are located directly along the Central park are the following:
- Lincoln Square
Solely named for Lincoln Center, Lincoln square is a top-end neighborhood. From the Metropolitan Opera to the New York City Ballet, this neighborhood is home to highly known cultural institutions of Manhattan. A portion of the city’s most luxurious condo towers are situated here, for instance the Time Warner Center is famous for two triple-Michelin-star restaurants at Per Se and Masa.
- Upper East Side & Upper West Side
According to the standards of NYC, Upper East Side can be somewhat affordable in its most eastern areas and is known for the Metropolitan Museum of Art as well as the Museum Mile.
If you’re looking for a residential feel in a neighbourhood, Upper West Side is the one for you. It is located along the west side of the park and includes some of New York’s incredible attractions. From the American Museum of Natural History and the Shakespeare Garden to Dakota and Central Park Tennis Center, this neighborhood has it all to keep you engaged in its lively lifestyle.
- Harlem & East Harlem
Harlem holds a larger area bordering the north side of the Central Park. It is not only famous for its lavishing history but also is one of the most affordable neighborhoods that you’ll find alongside the Central Park. Still an attractive site, the Blockhouse stands there in all its glory as well as the Apollo Theater near the Harlem.
Furthermore, the East Harlem i.e. Spanish Harlem is famous for its location near the Central Park as well as its affordability. Its history influences the atmosphere of the neighborhood till date, and is also known for the Harlem Meer, Charles A. Dana Discovery Center as well as the parties at Dancing on the Plaza.
- Central Park South
One of the most expensive real estate found in New York is in this neighborhood, along with the Columbus Circle and Plaza Hotel situated in close proximity. In order to experience the essence of this park in an old-fashioned way, tourists are mostly attracted to this neighborhood.
- Lenox Hill & Carnegie Hill
Located at the southeast side of the park, Lenox Hill consists of the Central Park Zoo, Rumsey Playfield, Winter Jam Festival and other engaging activities which become a major interest for tourists. Similarly, Carnegie Hill is named for Andrew Carnegie and conducts many cultural events. It also faces the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir which is one of the most accessed parts of the Central Park.
- Manhattan Valley
This neighborhood is comparatively smaller and quieter than the Upper West Side. Considering how wild and secluded it is due to being along the North Woods, it naturally springs a steep and depressive outreach. An interesting aspect of this neighborhood is the annual jazz festival that they host, known as the Great Jazz on the Great Hill, with picnic tables that will be found nowhere else at the park.
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