Neighborhood Guide
Gramercy Park
Gramercy Park is one of Manhattan's most exclusive residential enclaves, distinguished by its private park accessible only to surrounding keyholders. Elegant prewar cooperatives and stately townhouses line the tree-shaded streets, offering a rarefied sense of privacy and old-world refinement that remains unrivaled in the city.
Gramercy Park occupies a singular position in Manhattan real estate. The neighborhood is defined by the gated, two-acre park accessible only to residents of the surrounding buildings who hold coveted keys. This exclusivity, combined with the area's architectural beauty and residential character, makes Gramercy one of the city's most desirable addresses.
The neighborhood's housing stock includes some of Manhattan's finest prewar cooperatives, grand townhouses along the park's perimeter, and select luxury condominiums. Irving Place, with its charming restaurants and boutiques, extends south from the park and adds to the area's intimate village feel.
The National Arts Club and The Players club, both located on the park's south side, contribute to Gramercy's cultural distinction. With its timeless elegance and peaceful setting, Gramercy Park appeals to buyers who value privacy and refinement. Curtis Bain provides expert access to this tightly held market.
The Neighborhood
What It's Like
The Mood
A pocket of calm refinement in an otherwise restless city. Gramercy feels like a private club that happens to have apartments.
Heart of the Neighborhood
The gated park itself is the ultimate symbol of exclusivity, a lush, two-acre garden that only residents of the surrounding buildings can unlock with their personal keys.
Best Perk
One of the safest and most tranquil corners of Manhattan, with handsome doorman buildings, Neo-Gothic architecture, and a pace of life that feels distinctly un-New York.
Did You Know
Gramercy Park is one of only two private parks in New York City, and the iron keys distributed to neighboring residents have become prized collector's items worth thousands of dollars.
Good to Know
The exclusivity comes at a price. Inventory is scarce, turnover is glacial, and the quiet atmosphere can feel a bit sleepy for those who thrive on energy.
Food & Drink
Where to Eat & Drink
Italian
Maialino↗
Danny Meyer's Roman-inspired trattoria inside the Gramercy Park Hotel
Spanish
Casa Mono↗
A tiny, James Beard-winning corner spot serving extraordinary Spanish small plates
Historic American
Pete's Tavern↗
Operating continuously since 1864, where O. Henry reportedly wrote The Gift of the Magi
By the Numbers
Gramercy Park, NY
Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau
28,600
Total Population
40.2 years
Median Age
$103,000
Median HH Income
16,200
Households
Market Data
Gramercy Park Highlights
$375K - 20M
Price Range
$1.54M
Avg. Sold Price
$2.35M
Avg. List Price
$2,817
Avg. Price / Sqft
257
Homes for Sale
12
Homes for Rent
Community Profile
Gramercy Park at a Glance
Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau · American Community Survey
Population by Age
Education Attainment
16,200
Households
1.74
Avg. Household Size
Housing
$103,000
Median HH Income
$102,400
Per Capita Income
Livability
Neighborhood Scores
Education
Schools in Gramercy Park
12
Pre-K
7
Primary
3
Middle
4
High School
Top Private Schools
- ●Friends Seminary
Friends Seminary, one of the oldest continuously operating schools in NYC, anchors a strong education pipeline. Proximity to the East Side provides access to additional elite private school options.