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"A peaceful sanctuary in the midst of Manhattan!"

East End Avenue is a perfect and historic New York residence, especially for folks looking for a grand home or pied-a-tier so close in location, yet so far from the hassles of living in other neighborhoods of the City and especially, midtown and downtown. Truly a respite and sanctuary relative to most neighborhoods of NYC. East End Ave is children friendly, dog friendly (2 NYC's premier off leash dog runs), older and younger demographically diverse. Crosstown buses cross at 79th and 86th St, t... Full review
Pros
  • Best Dog Runs in NYC
  • Very Pet friendly community
  • Great art shows
  • Wide tree lined avenue which is quite spotless and lined with grand co-op buildings which host families who have lived there for generations.
  • affordable rents
  • everyone dressed so well
  • Great views of the East River and the Carl Shurz park
  • Two of the best Private Schools for girls are llocated on East End Avenue, the Brearely School and the Chapin school
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Singles
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
  • Tourists
  • LGBT+
  • Country Lovers
  • Trendy & Stylish
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