The Lower East Side (LES) is one of New York City's most dynamic neighborhoods, blending old-world charm with a thriving, modern energy.
Located in downtown Manhattan, the Lower East Side has long been a cultural crossroads, known for its rich immigrant history, iconic eateries, buzzing nightlife, and evolving art scene. Today, it's where homebuyers and renters alike find walkability, nightlife and abundant character.
Whether you're looking for a luxury apartment, a historic pre-war condo, or even a value-oriented co-op, the Lower East Side offers many housing options.
Thanks to ongoing development and high demand from both locals and transplants, the neighborhood is also a hotspot for NYC real estate investors.
Living in the Lower East Side means access to some of the best that Manhattan has to offer — from legendary bagel shops and dim sum restaurants to indie galleries, speakeasy-style bars, and boutique shopping. The LES is also incredibly well-connected, with multiple subway lines (F, M, J, Z, B, D) making commuting across the city fast and convenient.
57,186 people live in Lower East Side , where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $38,991. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Lower East Side , including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including For Cup Sakes, Albert Lam Bespoke, and 150 BayFit.
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| Dining | 3.52 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.6 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.91 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.59 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.47 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.92 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.97 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.84 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.3 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.98 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.05 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.14 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.55 miles | 42 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.49 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.35 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.38 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.5 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.47 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.1 miles | 22 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.43 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.55 miles | 26 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.39 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Lower East Side has 25,926 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lower East Side do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 57,186 people call Lower East Side home. The population density is 91,872.721 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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