Soundview-Bruckner is the northern section ofSoundview, separated from many of Soundview's features by the Bruckner Expressway. The neighborhoods are linked by pedestrian bridges and the Bronx River Parkway. As a result, Soundview-Bruckner has developed a few of its own characteristics, including tree-lined streets, massive apartment complexes, and its very
Upon entering Douglaston, you may no longer feel you are in New York City. Douglaston has a distinct suburban feel, with several city parks, great waterfront access, and plenty of outdoor recreation options. The neighborhood also serves 3 LIRR stops, and thus is home to a large Manhattan-commuter population.
East Flatbush is a residential neighborhood in north central Brooklyn. East Flatbush and Nostrand Avenues are the centers of commerce serving East Flatbush residents, many of whom work at one of it's three hospitals. A common complaint is the lack of easy access to public transportation.
Home to a diverse mix of co-ops and houses, Riverdale's identity is singularly tied to its incongruous location in the northwest Bronx. Though not a particularly large neighborhood, Riverdale still features its own distinct subsections. Fieldston in the south, for example, is completely privately-owned. This makes it unique, and
If one neighborhood feels like the center of Queens, it’s Elmhurst. Not that it’s exactly the borough’s geographic center, but Elmhurst residents have easy access to the Long Island Expressway and many subways, and its shopping opportunities draw people from throughout the borough. Elmhurst has big-box stores (including Target)
Bay Ridge is a neighborhood in southwest Brooklyn bordered by Upper New York Bay and the residential nabe, Dyker Heights. Bay Ridge is home to a higher than average number of multi-generational families, which gives the nabe a strong sense of local pride and a refreshingly-down-to-earth vibe.
Bronxdale, a small neighborhood north of Pelham Parkway in the central Bronx, is a quiet, subtle area. The neighborhood is centrally located, with ample park space and impressive apartment buildings. Medical and legal offices are not a rare find in Bronxdale. The neighborhood is served by the 2 and
Woodside sits in the northwest portion of Queens, surrounded by stamped and certified “it” neighborhoods like Long Island City, Astoria, andJackson Heights. Yet Woodside itself remains just under the radar. With a mix of tree-lined, quiet streets, and an active nightlife scene, Woodside offers a little something for everyone.
Flatlands is a relatively suburban area in southern central Brooklyn. Flatlands is home to some commercial activity, little train access, and a penchant for quietude. Although the nabe is slightly rundown, the Flatlands boasts a tight knit community and long-term residents. Flatbush's commercial strip extends here, but fizzles out
Located in the central west Bronx, West Farms is bordered on its northern end by Bronx Park and on its southern end by the Cross-Bronx Expressway. The area is perhaps best known for being in very close proximity to the Bronx Zoo, with West Farm's Square–East Tremont Avenue–being the
A waterfront neighborhood in southwestern Queens, Howard Beach is made up of spacious single-family homes and thus has a very suburban feel to it. Most New Yorkers know the name Howard Beach because it serves as an important transit hub: the spot where the A train connects to the
City Line in Brooklyn is one of the handful of neighborhoods which comprise the East New Yorkarea. Residents live in the many homes and two medium-sized housing projects. City Line is seeing some minor development due to its abundant train and bus access for the daily commuter.
Traditionally isolated, Throgs Neck's solitary quality is emphasized since it's such a stark contrast to the rest of The Bronx. The nabe is home to a range of homes, beach clubs, and waterfront condominiums. Throgs Neck's suburban nature and relaxed character give residents the sense during the summer months
Named after the prominent Real Good Construction Company, Rego Park’s long time residences make it an incredibly diverse and close-knit community. The restaurants are friendly, your neighbors say hello and you might be greeted with a smile and a request to join one of the many active community groups,
Bath Beach, despite its name, does not have beach access, although it is on the water in southern Brooklyn. Bath Beach's diverse community mostly resides in small houses and apartments scattered across the neighborhood. 40-acre Dyker Beach Park is adjacent to this community, as is Bensonhurst, also known as
This quaint Bronx nabe is filled with small homes and tenement buildings—an eclectic mix of brick and Queen Anne designs. Residents here enjoy access to Van Nest Park: home to green space, a playground, and even a war monument.
Pomonok, Queens includes the Pomonok housing development and the Electchester cooperative housing project. Both were originally built on top of a golf course, which survived until 1949. Today, Pomonok is a residential neighborhood with family houses and these same large apartment buildings. With parks, small gardens, and sitting areas,
Ocean Parkway is a Brooklyn neighborhood that runs along a section of the eponymous boulevard connecting Kensington to Gravesend and West Brighton. Close to Ditmas Park, the neighborhood has a mix of residents as it is mostly populated with a mix of townhouses and apartment buildings. Ocean Parkway has
Jamaica Hills surrounds the relatively large and beautiful Goose Pond. This quiet and serene nabe is composed mainly of co-op style housing, all well-maintained and regulated. Jamaica Hill is lucky enough to have an active civic group that works closely with local politicians. Getting to Manhattan is especially easy
Located just north of Pelham Parkway and south of Gun Hill Road, Pelham Gardens is populated almost exclusively by private homes. Residents enjoy their neighborhood's proximity to Pelham Bay Park, which, with its golf courses, tennis courts, and large size, acts as an important and attractive part of the
Nestled between Flatlands and Canarsie, Bergen Beach is a lovely, residential community in southeast Brooklyn. This seaside slice of Americana was in fact an island off Canarsie until it was filled in during the early 1900s to connect it to the rest of Brooklyn. Even with it's quick access
Soundview is a neighborhood in the southern Bronx. Further divided into the neighborhoods of Soundview-Bruckner and Bronx River, the area as a whole is dominated by large buildings. Because the area is cut in two by the Brucnker Expressway, Soundview certainly gets its fair share of car traffic. It
College Point exemplifies the suburban lifestyle found in many of New York City’s outer boroughs. The neighborhood is largely a residential one, though it has an industrial edge. Named after St Paul’s College, which was shut down in 1850, College Point is ripe with cultural attractions, including a myriad
Dominated by the brown facades of the one hundred buildings of the Parkchester Apartment Complex, Parkchester is perhaps defined by its skyline. But there is still much to be found outside the high-rises. Parkchester also houses quite a few multi-unit homes, not to mention multiple supermarkets and recreation areas.