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Manhattan Notes
| The Upper West Side - UWS | | Print | |
| Manhattan Notes - Neighborhood Profiles |
| Tuesday, 30 November 1999 00:00 |
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The Upper West Side Neighborhood Located between 59th and 110th Communities within: Broadway, Lincoln Park, Morningside Heights, Midtown West, Central Park West, Riverside Dr/West End Ave, Clinton/Times Square   As many of the inhabitants will confess to, the Upper West Side is considered a classic New York City neighborhood. Existing from 59th Street up to 110th Street the Upper West side is a mix of families, college kids and young professionals. Many writers, musicians, actors and "intellectuals" reside in the UWS as well, creating a diverse representation of the city as a whole. Housing in the UWS is a mix of high rise (and price) condominium buildings to small tenements above restaurants or deli's. The UWS popularity amongst the young Wall Street banking crowd and other well paid professionals has made it the place to live for the city's wealthy and famous. Yet, remains affordable enough for families and students alike. Within the UWS there are several distinct communities, each with their own unique attractions. The Broadway area is considered the heart of the Upper West side and its residents are a wonderful mixture of cultures, ages and income groups. Known for the dozens of restaurants from it's fine dining at Jean George's or a bagel at Lenny's it would seem that all there is to do is eat in the UWS but it's nightlife and arts and entertainment resources are just as diverse. The Central Park West community may not have as many choices of eating establishments or entertainment, but is just as unique. It is made up of many turn of the century high rise buildings known for their architecture. This original neighborhood of NYC is home to the rich and famous of New York and on any given day you it's streets are filled with afternoon walkers, baby strollers and tourists relishing this intriguing area. The residential neighborhood of Lincoln Park is a combination of local artists and students to downtown professionals. Home to the Lincoln Center of Performing Arts, there are plays and concerts year round. Hell's Kitchen and Clinton are the areas that make up Midtown West, another area neighborhood of the UWS. Though a once run down neighborhood, the area has been in a state of revival and is now a lively residential area. Though not aesthetically pleasing as other areas of the UWS, homes in the Midtown West neighborhood are more affordable for tenants or buyers. It's an "everyone knows everyone" kind of neighborhood. Morningside Heights is where Columbia University is located. The neighborhood consists mainly of college students attending the University or locals who have lived most or all of their lives there. The majority of the apartment buildings in Morningside are of pre-war construction and are in co-op. The neighborhood of Morningside Heights has grown substantially in recent years due to business moving into the area, bringing the crowds along with them. Local residents of the West End Ave and Riverside Drive area have lived there for many years. The serene, peaceful neighborhood on West End Ave is made up of wonderful brownstones and old mansions turned into multi unit dwellings. Riverside Drive is a greatly desired area to reside. Because of it's riverside views and quietness, it is much sought after by home buyers and tenants alike. More of a tourist area than residential, the Times Square/ Clinton Ave neighborhood is known for it's over thirty Broadway theaters and Restaurant Row. As of late, more residential buildings are being developed. |
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