Greenwich Village Real Estate

Greenwich Village Real Estate & Homes for Sale in New York

One of the most vibrant and diverse neighborhoods in New York City is Greenwich Village, known simply by locals as "The Village." With a population of around 8,000, The Village is bordered by 14th Street to the north, Broadway to the east, Houston Street to the south, and the Hudson River to the west. Surrounding neighborhoods include East Village, NoHo, SoHo and Chelsea.

Greenwich Village is known for its bohemian lifestyle and colorful, artistic residents. There are many independently owned shops and quaint cafes to visit and at the heart of Greenwich Village is New York University, which surrounds Washington Square. Of all the 1,900 city parks in New York City, Washington Square Park and its year-round carnival atmosphere is one of the more recognizable parks.

Greenwich Village was once a large industrial park; later, it was settled during colonial times by radicals, bohemians, artists, and literary greats after 1910. The Village is reminiscent of a European city with timeless courtyards and magnificent 19th-century townhouses. Many of the townhouses and condominiums have historical significance and retain their original period architecture. Prospective buyers that are interested in investing in real estate in the neighborhood of Greenwich Village will find that the neighborhood offers a variety of brownstones, condos, apartments and flats.