About Hells Kitchen
Quick Facts
Current Prices: $299,000 to $85,000,000
Closed Prices: $525 to $15,250,000
Median Sale Price: $949,000
Average $ per sq ft: $1659
Association Fee Ranges:
Around Hells Kitchen
Walkups, doorman buildings, and luxury high rises all compose the diverse landscape of the neighborhood. Properties closest to the Hudson River offer stunning views and a quieter atmosphere. The piers provide a midtown escape and vantage of neighboring New Jersey. Most luxury buildings are found here. Moving East, midrise and walkup buildings are abundant. Plus, inching toward 8th Avenue boasts easy access to subways and nightlife.
Options abound in Hell’s Kitchen, where the perfect meal is always around the corner, especially on 9th Avenue. In the past decade, some of the city’s greatest chefs have been laying roots in the neighborhood. Still, you can expect to walk into almost any spot without a reservation and be seated immediately, a rarity for Manhattan. Local institutions like Rudy’s Bar and Grill and Xai Xai, a destination for South African wine, make for perfect meeting spots pre-dinner. Gotham West Market is a favorite of those who work in the neighborhood, ideal for a quick lunch from a variety of vendors.
The novelty of discovery in Hell’s Kitchen is part of what gives the neighborhood its undeniable energy. Fruit carts share corners with bodegas, and basketball games in local parks are as likely as street vendors. Tourists usually pass through the neighborhood for Midtown, but often use its diverse dinner offerings as a pit stop before a Broadway show. Major parades (think Thanksgiving) can attract extra pedestrians. Most first-time visitors are surprised to feel just how quiet the streets toward the Hudson River can be.
Hell’s Kitchen on a Friday evening is the neighborhood at its finest. Concerts at Terminal 5, The Landmark Theater, The New York Museum of Contemporary Art are just a few of the options available. Commuters stop off before their train home for a drink, friends meet up for celebrations of all kinds. There is no shortage of festive spots to catch a game or kill time before heading to one at Madison Square Garden. Plus, Broadway and glistening Chelsea nightlife are just a short walk away.
Starting with a croissant from Amy’s Bread on 9th Avenue, make your way to Pier 84 Hudson River Park. Walk through the community garden and relax next to the interactive fountain where children and adults cool off on a hot day. Let the buzzy energy of the neighborhood guide you to a beloved bistro, like Marseille for a decadent lunch. Take the long way across town to St. Paul’s Cathedral, an iconic church in the heart of Midtown. Or continue the walk to Central Park, less than a mile away. End the night at Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare, one of the greatest dining experiences in the city. Hidden in the back of a grocery store, this 15-course tasting menu served at a chef's counter makes for an unforgettable end to the weekend.
While parking and driving in Hell’s Kitchen is far from ideal, travel via subway is optimal. The A/C/E/B/D/7 lines run right through the neighborhood. Plus, every train imaginable stops at Times Square, a 10-minute walk away. As for walking, think of the West Side of the neighborhood as the scenic route. Taking a car across the Queens Midtown Tunnel makes for easy access to Laguardia Airport. Local ferries offer services downtown and into New Jersey. Driving to the neighboring state is a breeze through the conveniently located Holland Tunnel.
Locals Love
- Access to the Lincoln and Holland Tunnels
- Close to the Hudson River
- Laid-back atmosphere
Locals Don't Love
- Traffic
- Crowds and tourists from Midtown
- Street parking difficult to find
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