East Village Neighborhood Review
Grungy dive bars, old-school record stores, amazing restaurants, and a lively nightlife make the East Village the perfect mixture of laid-back, fun and stylish.
Located north of Houston St, south of 14th St, and east of the Bowery and Third Avenue, The East Village, was formally considered a part of the Lower East Side.
It is the historical home to the many counterculture artistic movements including punk rock and the beatnik movement.
Although the artist and musician culture are not as concentrated in the area, the artistic vibes and character are evident.
Bordering the Lower East Side, the East Village has its fair share of live music venues and has a vibrant nightlife.
Alphabet City is the neighborhood's eastern edge and includes Avenues A, B, C, and D.
The majority of the population is an ethnically diverse range of college-aged or young professionals, thanks to New York University and Cooper Union located in the neighborhood.
Fun Fact:Once the home to CBGB punk-rock nightclub (closed in 2006), The Bowery was known for its homeless shelters, rehabilitation centers, and bars and is now a magnet for high rise luxury condos.
Local Buzz
The East Village is home to multiple singer, actors, and other artists. Just a few include:
| Celebrity | Notes |
| David Schwimmer | Actor, Producer, Director |
| Lady Gaga | Singer, Songwriter, Actress |
| Rosario Dawson | Actress, Producer, Singer, Writer, Political Activist |
| Daniel Radcliffe | Actor |
| Regina Spektor | Singer, Songwriter, Pianist |
| Rachel Weisz | Actress |
Transportation
There are a million and a half options when it comes to getting to the East Village via public transportation.
The best option for getting to the heart of the village; however, is by taking the 6 train to Astor Place which will take you one block from St. Marks Place or Bleeker Street located in the southern end.
The F train will take you the 2nd Ave, the L train to First or Third Avenue, or you can take the N or R train to 8th Street.
| Subways | F, 6, N, R, L |
| Buses | M1, M2, M3, M8, M9, M14A, M14D, M15, M15SBS, M21, M101, M102, M103 |
Average Rent Prices
Although the East Village is very laid-back and unpretentious feel than the rest of Manhattan, the quiet, residential neighborhood is still fairly expensive.
There are very few high rises or doorman buildings and more pre-war walk-ups.
| Studio | 1 Bedroom | 2 Bedroom | 3 Bedroom |
| $2,345 | $3,120 | $3,689 | $4,965 |
Public & Charter Schools
There are many great schools to choose from in the East Village, but acceptance priority, for most schools, is given to children who reside in District one.
| School | Info | Notes |
| Girls Prep Lower East Side | Charter - 5-8 - 631 students | All girls school with opportunities beyond school, over the summer and after graduation |
| East Side Community School | Public - 6-12 - 699 students | Strong leadership, strong college advisory and small classrooms |
| The Children's Workshop School | Public - PK-5- 295 students | Warm and welcoming school with mall classrooms and strong arts program. Racial, ethnic and economic diversity |
| Earth School | Public - PK-5 - 331 students | Involved parents, rooftop garden, strong arts and sciences |
Restaurants
East Village restaurants are sure not to disappoint.
The Asian restaurant scene is a force to be reckoned with. Some of the most famous destinations include David Chang's two-Michelin-starred Momofuku Ko.
Chang's three other restaurants are almost always boiling over with lines out the door.
The eclectic, nostalgic flavor of CriffDogsperfectly defines the nature of the neighborhood. Take a slice out of history from the neighborhood's oldest running pizza slice joint at Stromboli Pizza.
Need to sober up at 2 AM with some NYC comfort food? Mosey on into Veselka, a 24-hour cozy Ukranian diner located in the heart of the East Village, and grab one of the best burgers in town or one of their freshly made pierogis.