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History


The Lower East Side contains some of the richest history that truly adds to New York's dynamic culture. At the beginning of the 18th century, the Lower East Side served as a haven for the waves of immigrants entering New York. In the early 1900s, the Lower East Side served as a home to many Jewish families of a variety of ethnicities. Germans, Russians, East Europeans, and Greeks dominated the Lower East Side during the early 1900s. A majority of the families in this area were impoverished and worked in the garment industry to make a living. There was also a rich cultural community created during this time, with the advent of synagogues, churches, Yiddish theaters, and community newspapers. The Villager, a community newspaper created in 1933, served as an important voice of social reform for immigrants living in the Lower East Side.

As time has progressed, many of the original immigrant families have moved out of the Lower East Side. Now, East European immigrants have been replaced by Chinese and Latino immigrant families. The Lower East Side continues to be a rich display of New York's cultural diversity. It has turned into one of the trendiest areas of New York, with expensive boutiques and stylish night clubs.

Description


Rich architecture can be found throughout the Lower East Side. There are also a variety of living options for people attracted to the hip vibe of the Lower East Side. Lofts, high rise apartments, historical town houses, and spacious studios offer some of the most affordable living options in New York. Located in southeastern Manhattan, the Lower East Side has many boundaries. Allen Street, Essex Street, and Grand Street are some of the prominent borders of the Lower East Side. Located along the East River, the Lower East Side also includes the areas East Village, Chinatown, Little Italy, Bowery, NoLita, and Alphabet City.

Residents


There are about 500,000 people that live in the Lower East Side cities combined. During the early 1900s, the population grew to about 850,000 but has since then decreased. There really is no single "type" of person that lives in the Lower East Side. It combines immigrant families and wealthy professionals, along with everyone from the fashion-obsessed to boutique owners. Students also love the Lower East Side for its affordable rent.

Rental Housing

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Lower East Side rental apartments typically start at $1,800 for a studio apartment. For a two-bedroom, tenants can find a steal with apartments starting at $3,000 and moving upward depending on availability of doorman service. Lower East Side rentals are readily available and in abundance.

Fun Stuff to Do


Taking a walking tour of the Lower East Side is a great way to understand the historical significance of this area to wider Manhattan. Even if you have lived in New York your entire life, be sure to embark on one of the many walking tours to gain insight into the people that live in the Lower East Side. The nightlife in the Lower East Side is also highly rated among residents in the Lower East Side. Tropical 128 and the Eldridge are some popular hotspots in the Lower East Side.