Washington Heights

Diverse with an abundance of local flavor, Washington Heights is a tight-knit community north of Harlem.

At a Glance

Washington Heights is so far uptown that it feels a little removed from the action, which translates into affordable rents and large apartments in predominately prewar buildings. Popular with young professionals and students, the neighborhood is vibrant, thriving, and decidedly down-to-earth. Expansive parks make it a popular place for dog owners. At its core, the neighborhood has always been diverse; throw into the mix plenty of Columbia Med School students in scrubs and off-duty cops, and that will round out the scene at many a happy hour in the Heights.

$539K

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The Mood

Washington Heights is a strong and tight-knit community. Residents put down roots here and enjoy the vibrant street life with their neighbors at cafes, and on stoops.

Heart of the Neighborhood

Coogan's is a pub deeply tied to the neighborhood. Regulars include hospital workers from Columbia University Medical Center, runners from the Armory Track, and local old-timers.

Neighborhood Quirk

Washington Heights is one of the hilliest areas in the city. Many of its streets feature stairways — "step stairs" — to help pedestrians scale the steep inclines.

Best Perk

You can't outdo Washington Heights' spectacular views of the George Washington Bridge.

Biggest Downside

Washington Heights is far from the center of Manhattan: Convincing friends to visit may be a challenge.

What’s close by

1. Harlem

Median Sale: $738K Median Rental: $3,200

2. Upper West Side

Median Sale: $1.3M Median Rental: $4,450

By the Numbers

Real estate prices in Washington Heights have traditionally been some of the lowest in Manhattan, but in recent years the neighborhood has seen resale value rapidly appreciate.

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Washington Heights George Washington Bridge

Fort Tryon Park, home of The Cloisters, offers fantastic views of the George Washington Bridge spanning the Hudson River and the cliffs of the New Jersey Palisades.

Broadway is a hodgepodge of fast-food restaurants, bodegas, budget stores, and neon lights. West 187th Street is another vibrant retail strip further north in Hudson Heights.

Fort Washington is the highest point in the city, where Washington tried (and failed) to hold off the British during the Revolutionary War.

Washington Heights is a tight-knit community where residents know their neighbors. Block parties, street markets, and hanging out on stoops are a fact of life.

Washington Heights World War II Memorial

Although it's removed from the action of Downtown Manhattan, Washington Heights provides enough character and local culture to make residents want to put down lasting roots.

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Food & Drink

Washington Heights has the best Dominican food in the city, but it can be tough to satisfy all your varied cravings. For example, there is no Chinese food to be found.