Neighborhood Guide
Greenwich Village
Greenwich Village is a treasured Manhattan neighborhood celebrated for its landmark townhouses, distinguished academic presence, and vibrant cultural legacy. Washington Square Park anchors this storied enclave, where tree-lined streets reveal an exceptional collection of Federal and Greek Revival residences coveted by the city's most discerning buyers.
Greenwich Village has been at the center of New York's cultural life for over a century. Its winding, tree-canopied streets break from Manhattan's grid, creating an intimate, almost European atmosphere that is unique in the city. Grand townhouses, prewar co-ops, and select modern residences line blocks that have inspired generations of artists, writers, and intellectuals.
Washington Square Park, with its iconic arch, serves as the Village's gathering place and is surrounded by New York University's campus. The neighborhood's dining scene ranges from legendary Italian restaurants on Bleecker Street to Michelin-starred destinations, while the Blue Note and Village Vanguard maintain the area's jazz heritage.
Greenwich Village real estate is among the most tightly held in Manhattan, with many properties passing between generations. Curtis Bain's deep knowledge of the Village's distinctive market helps clients identify and secure exceptional properties in this iconic neighborhood.
The Neighborhood
What It's Like
The Mood
Intellectually charged and creatively restless, the Village carries the spirit of its bohemian past while living comfortably in a polished present.
Heart of the Neighborhood
Washington Square Park is the neighborhood's beating heart, where street musicians, chess hustlers, NYU students, and old-timers share the same benches beneath the iconic arch.
Best Perk
The location is spectacularly central, which means your friends always come to you, and the density of restaurants, bars, and culture within walking distance is staggering.
Did You Know
Macdougal Street alone holds Bob Dylan's former home, a 19th-century Italian rifle club, and one of the city's best oyster bars, all within a few storefronts of each other.
Good to Know
Much of the housing stock consists of older walk-up buildings with character on the outside but cramped layouts and aging systems on the inside.
Food & Drink
Where to Eat & Drink
By the Numbers
Greenwich Village, NY
Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau
72,500
Total Population
37.8 years
Median Age
$117,000
Median HH Income
40,200
Households
Market Data
Greenwich Village Highlights
$358K - 88M
Price Range
$2.77M
Avg. Sold Price
$4.38M
Avg. List Price
$3,805
Avg. Price / Sqft
552
Homes for Sale
66
Homes for Rent
Community Profile
Greenwich Village at a Glance
Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau · American Community Survey
Population by Age
Education Attainment
40,200
Households
1.76
Avg. Household Size
Housing
$117,000
Median HH Income
$104,200
Per Capita Income
Livability
Neighborhood Scores
Education
Schools in Greenwich Village
14
Pre-K
8
Primary
3
Middle
5
High School
Top Private Schools
- ●Grace Church School
- ●The New School
Progressive private education options, strong downtown school access, and a tradition of academic excellence.
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