NabeWise

I really loved living here- It is in a great location downtown and close to SOHO, NOHO, the Village, the East Village, and the Bowery. But what is really great about Nolita is the unique blend of cute, trendy shops and hip people combined with a real community feeling. I lived on Elizabeth Street and knew some of the older residents who had been there since back when it was part of Little Italy. They instilled a sense of what the city used to be like decades ago when local neighborhood personalities hung out on their stoops and socialized. The juxtaposition of these old-timers with the uber-cool fashionistas against the backdrop of the small cafes and shop-filled streets provides a broad sample of New York’s historical and cultural richness all in one wonderful, little package. Oh, and if that isn’t enough, they just got a Whole Foods within walking distance on Bowery :)

Everyone knows about Soho and all its big designer and clothing chain stores. But Nolita is just a few blocks over and it’s soooo much cuter and still for some reason, not everyone knows about it. I’ve heard that Soho started off the way Nolita is today.

Nolita is a lot of up and coming designer boutiques, some actually quite established like, Tory Burch, but smaller shops than what you’ll find in Soho and on cute little streets. The shopping is still super expensive, but the neighborhood has so much charm and the shopping experience is less stressful and feels more personal. Plus, this is where the serious fashionistas come. You’ll see lots of models, europeans and trust-fund kids here. Super trendy, so there’s a fabulousness you can participate in. It’s a small neighborhood -only a few blocks or so. There are also some cute cafes and restaurants, so it’s easy to take a break for a snack.

A very romantic, girly and fabulous neighborhood to spend an afternoon exploring. -you’ll feel like you are in a movie.

Shout out to Prince St Cafe which has a semi-secret room in the back with free wifi. Fantastic place to do casual meetings or hang out. And shout out to Veka, a gorgeous bridal boutique where I found my wedding dress (after much searching).

Nolita, “North of ”http://nabewise.com/nyc/little-italy">Little Italy," is a small neighborhood sandwiched between SoHo, Chinatown, the Lower East Side and Little Italy. It’s not as well-known as its neighbors but it has just as much to offer in the way of restaurants and bars. But lately it has become a hidden hub for some of the city’s top-tier, off-the-radar dining options. Rent is pretty high considering the amount of room apartments have to offer, which is not a lot. The area is ideal for people who want to be close to SoHo and the East Village but not necessarily pay those prices. Those in their late 20s and early 30s will feel most at home. Young families are also a nice fit.

Meh. I think of this as the space between SoHo and the Village. Pretty pricey around here, but nice to live if you’re off of the Broadway area. Lots of tiny apartments, near Whole Foods.