Downtown Manhattan is a vibrant, exciting area of the city full of restaurants, shops, and things to do and see. Neighborhoods like Soho, the West Village, the Lower East Side, and the East Village are great places to rent an apartment — here are just a few reasons why:
Shopping
If you like to shop, downtown Manhattan is a great place to live. In Soho you’ll have access to luxury brands like Chanel and Helmut Lang, as well as mid-range shops like J. Crew and Zara. In the West Village, you’ll find the charming bookstore Three Lives & Co., along with a lovely Diptyque boutique for the brand’s gorgeous candles. If you’re a fan of luxury candles, you’ll also want to check out the new Cire Trudon outpost in Nolita. High-end consignment stores abound downtown as well, where you can search for treasures and maybe even find a great deal!
Eating
Downtown Manhattan has enough great eateries to keep you occupied for a lifetime! Some great spots in the West Village include by Chloe for vegan fare, Pommes Frites (which just reopened on Macdougal Street), and Hamilton’s Soda Fountain, an adorable retro soda shop on the corner of Bank Street. If you like French fare, you’ll also want to check out Balthazar in Soho, and Buvette in the West Village. Another great downtown neighborhood for foodies is the East Village, where you’ll find Mimi Cheng’s for delicious dumplings, Van Leeuwen for delicious ice cream, and Momofuku Milk Bar for creative and delicious desserts.
Exploring
It would be hard to get bored living in downtown Manhattan — there are always things to see and do! Art galleries abound in Chelsea, and The New Museum on the Bowery is also a popular destination for art lovers. The High Line is a wonderful green space and always lively with food vendors, events, and art installations.
Living
While the West Village is one of the most expensive areas in which to rent in New York City, there are some deals to be found in downtown Manhattan. The East Village and the Lower East Side in particular are areas where affordable apartments can be found for rent.
Transportation
Living downtown in New York affords one easy access to all parts of the city and even the outer boroughs. Buses and subway lines are abundant, so when you rent downtown, you’re basically centralized. This is a great advantage when it comes to exploring the city and getting around on both weekdays and weekends — plus it makes commuting a breeze.
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