West Village

Welcome To West Village

The West Village is a destination for shopping, nightlife, and daytime strolls along winding streets. With colonial brownstones, towering trees, and stylish residents, the West Village can sometimes feel like a real-life New York City movie set.

Attributes

Chic, Brownstones, Affluent, Shopper's Paradise, Walkups, Great People Watching, Pricey, Trendy, Sophisticated, Bohemian, Tight Apartment Spaces, Kid-Friendly, For Foodies, 1/2/3 Train, Cozy

Key Details

PERFECT FOR

Those who want a neighborhood that’s mellow and laid-back, but never dull.

THE LIFESTYLE

Lazy strolls along the tree-lined streets, stylish cafes, and gastropubs at every criss-crossed corner.

NOT SO GREAT FOR

Renters with time and budget constraints.

THE MARKET

Generally expensive. Low vacancy rates lead to a high demand for inventory.

YOU'LL FALL IN LOVE WITH

The small-town European vibe.

The West Village has been the center of bohemian lifestyle since the early 1900s when it was a favorite of writers like Allen Ginsberg and artists like Diane Arbus. Its nooks and crannies held bookstores and cafes that inspired and delighted the city’s great thinkers.