Astor Place, New York, NY

Astor Place Neighborhood Guide New York, NY

About

Astor Place in New York City is a vibrant neighborhood located in the heart of Manhattan. Known as the birthplace of punk rock, Astor Place bustles with a mix of culture and history, nestled between Broadway and Third Avenue. It's home to iconic landmarks such as the Astor Place Theatre and the Public Theater. Additionally, the neighborhood is easily accessible, with Astor Place subway station serving the area.

What You Will Love About Astor Place, New York, New York

  • Astor Place is rich with culture and history, boasting iconic landmarks like the Cube, a popular meeting place, and Colonnade Row, a series of Greek revival buildings.
  • The neighborhood is a hub for performing arts, housing the renowned Public Theater and Astor Place Theatre.
  • The area is well-serviced by public transportation, making it easy to navigate the city.
  • Despite being in the heart of Manhattan, Astor Place retains a unique charm with a blend of trendy cafes, vintage shops, and craft beer bars.

What’s Nearby

Astor Place is surrounded by several popular neighborhoods, with East Village and Greenwich Village to the south, and Union Square to the north. The neighborhood is also close to New York University and Washington Square Park, a popular gathering spot that hosts live music, art shows, and other events.

Lifestyle

Astor Place offers a diverse lifestyle, with a thriving arts scene, a vibrant nightlife, and a variety of dining options. The neighborhood's strong ties to the arts and music scenes attract creatives from all walks of life. Despite its bustling pace, Astor Place also offers quiet, tree-lined streets for those looking for a peaceful retreat in the city.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 4,851 restaurants, 536 grocery stores, and 243 parks within a mile of the Astor Place neighborhood.

  • SHOPPING
    Tijuana Gift Shop

    Retail, Shopping Mall

    0.1 miles

    419 Lafayette St

  • GROCERY
    Grocery Tost Cafe

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Health Food Store

    0.1 miles

    59 4th Ave

  • GROCERY
    Sunrise Mart

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store / Supermarket, Imported Food Store

    0.1 miles

    4 Stuyvesant St

  • SHOPPING
    3 1 Phillip Lim Showroom

    Retail, Shopping Plaza

    0.2 miles

    48 Great Jones St

  • GROCERY
    Noho Food Market

    Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Deli, Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.2 miles

    352 Bowery

  • GROCERY
    New Yorkers Foodmarket

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.2 miles

    107 2nd Ave

Astor Place Apartments and Rentals

1099 Rental properties in Astor Place, New York, NY.

  • 600 Washington property

    $4,652+

    600 Washington

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    400–1098 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 777 6th Avenue property

    $4,521+

    777 6th Avenue

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    220–1592 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • Parc East property

    $4,145+

    Parc East

    1–4 Beds • 1–3 Baths

    574–3163 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • 138 East 12th Street #6H property

    $7,100

    138 East 12th Street #6H

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    590 Sqft

    Available 9/20

  • 138 East 12th Street #2C property

    $9,945

    138 East 12th Street #2C

    2 Beds • 2 Baths

    819 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 245 East 11th Street #4K property

    $4,200

    245 East 11th Street #4K

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    590 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
10.1%
67.6%
utilities
0.1%
33.7%
food
0.9%
5.3%
transportation
1.1%
6.4%
healthcare
0.7%
11%

Astor Place Demographics

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Astor Place Reviews

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  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 6 of 6 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 6 of 6 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 6 of 6 renters

  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 5 of 6 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 4 of 6 renters

Astor Place Transportation

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Walker’s Paradise

100/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Biker’s Paradise

96/100
Bike Score®

Rider’s Paradise

100/100
1 bus stop, 2 train stops, 2 other stops

MTA Bus - E 8 St & Lafayette St

Other

454 Lafayette St

MTA Subway - Astor Pl

Train Stop

Astor Pl

MTA Subway - 8th St/NYU

Train Stop

E 8TH St

Source: foursquare.com

Astor Place Schools