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Hudson Heights

History Like other areas of Manhattan, Hudson Heights was once occupied by the Lenape Indians during the seventeenth century. In 1626, the area making up Hudson Heights was sold for 60 Dutch Gilders in a deal involving Peter Minuit. Later, Hudson Heights was the scene of many battles that took place during the American Revolutionary War. Unfortunately, the British held the upper hand throughout the battles. After the Revolutionary War ended, many Irish immigrants came to Hudson Heights during the mid-twentieth century. Throughout the early 1900s, Hudson Heights continued to be settled by immigrants. The Hungarians and Poles soon followed the Irish during the war. Many Jewish families also came to Hudson Heights in order to escape persecution in Germany. Hudson Heights continues to be a mainly residential area to this day. Many of the buildings in Hudson Heights were created before World War II. Description Hudson Heights is full of buildings which are classified as "Art Deco" today. These are pre-war buildings created in the 1920s and 1930s. There are very few condos and condominiums in Hudson Heights. Many of the buildings are Tudor co-op complexes, which are revered by local residents in Hudson Heights. Castle Village is a smaller community in Hudson Heights that is great for children. Many families are attracted to the affordable rental prices at Castle Village. Many young families choose to live in Hudson Heights for its affordable housing options. Residents About 100,000 people live in Hudson Heights. Town homes comprise a majority of the residential living in Hudson Heights, along with duplexes. Many residents tend to be young families, especially in Castle Village. The median household income is $45,000. Rental Housing Hudson Heights offers affordable apartment rentals. 1 bedroom apartments can be found for as low as $1,200. Families may especially find a great deal on 3 bedroom apartments in Hudson Heights. 3 bedroom apartments can start as low as $2,100. Typically, the highest priced apartments in Hudson Heights are only $3,000 to $4,000 per month. Hudson Heights offers housing that is very reasonable when compared with the rest of Manhattan. Fun Stuff to Do There are a variety of activities for children in Hudson Heights. The community seems to really care about families and ensuring the well-being of families. The Anne Loftus Playground is a great play area to check out for children. It was originally designed by the Olmstead Brothers. Fort Washington Park is another great place to visit, for its spectacular views of the Hudson River. Many people can be found simply jogging in Washington Park on a nice summer day. The J. Hood Wright Recreation Center provides plenty to do for senior citizens, including chess, bingo, and even dance shows. Physical fitness is a main focus of communities within Hudson Heights, and there are also a plethora of running and track clubs to join. If you are interested in jogging or running marathons, then Hudson Heights is the perfect city for you!