A bastion of co-op living outside Midtown’s biggest landmarks
Murray Hill makes it possible to live within walking distance of the Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal and major Midtown offices, and leave all that behind when it’s time to come home at the end of the day. “You feel a kind of village atmosphere. It’s one of the only neighborhoods left like that in Manhattan,” says Barbara Sagan, longtime resident and member of the Murray Hill Neighborhood Association. The area was named after two local features: the Robert Murray estate that stood on Park Avenue and 37th Street until 1835, and the hilly landscape that’s still noticeable today. High-rise living is the norm, and proximity to the East River Esplanade is a major perk — especially for dog owners. Four-star restaurants and a surplus of bars make it easy to stay entertained in Murray Hill, and Beaux-Arts townhouses from 18th-century millionaires keep the area connected to NYC’s history.
The scenery on offer in Murray Hill is a special attraction for locals.
The Corinthian is a luxury tower in Murray Hill where condos can go for $1 million.
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High-rise lifestyles and a Tudor-style village
“There are new condos being built on almost every corner in Murray Hill,” says Dylan Hoffman, a broker who’s been selling homes in the neighborhood for over 20 years. “But if you look at the overall picture, it’s mostly co-ops.” Buyers typically find co-ops in older, blockier buildings on Madison, Lexington and Park avenues, where units range from $400,000 to $1 million. Condo units can go as low as $600,000, but in luxury buildings — both in brand-new developments and striking brick buildings from the 1980s — units start around $1 million and can go up to $9 million for penthouses with East River and Empire State Building views. Near the river, Tudor City has 11 co-op buildings with units from $200,000 to $800,000, but most are only 300 square feet. Historic, multimillion townhouses also add grandeur to select side streets.
One UN Park is a luxury condo building across the street from the United Nations building.
2 Tudor City Place is a co-op building where units can go for $20 million.
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Globetrotting restaurants amid rich NYC history
Murray Hill’s dining scene is as diverse and respected as the United Nations headquarters just north of the neighborhood. There are high-end and mid-range options for sushi, steak, dim sum, curry and pasta, as well as Sarge’s Deli and El Parador Café, which are beloved kosher and Mexican staples that have been around since the 1960s. Lexington and Third avenues have bars for every occasion, and grocery shopping is easy at Murray Hill Market, Gristedes or either D’Agostinos. For a quiet afternoon, the Morgan Library and Museum always has new art history exhibits with local and global perspectives.
Sarge's Deli is a New York City institution in Murray Hill.
Maki Maki is a popular sushi restaurant in Murray Hill.
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Steps from Grand Central Terminal, atop the Midtown Tunnel
Grand Central Terminal is just west of Murray Hill, connecting residents to the 4, 5, 6 and 7 trains. The Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North also stop there, which are convenient for commuters and city-dwellers getting away for the weekend. For easy driving access to Queens, the Midtown Tunnel entrance is in the middle of the neighborhood, and water ferries depart the 34th Street pier to stop up and down Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens.
The ceiling of Grand Central Station has an astrological mural of the Mediterranean winter sky.
The East River Ferry docks in Murray Hill.
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Community-oriented fairs and Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks
Every July, the Murray Hill Merchandise Fair takes over Lexington Avenue from 34th to 42nd streets for a day to let local shop owners sell food, books and all manner of trinkets. In December, the Murray Hill Neighborhood Association organizes a holiday tree lighting on Park Avenue. Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks show has prime viewing spots on Lexington Avenue, although residents can often enjoy a more comfortable view at home.
Dog-friendly walks on the East River Esplanade
Two public green spaces, St. Vartan Park on the south end, and Robert Moses Playground on the north end, provide breathing room within Murray Hill’s towering architecture. The East River Esplanade is a priceless walking path for taking in waterfront views, and a recently renovated portion called New Wave Pier has spruced up picnic tables and a fenced-in dog park.
Athletic activities occur year round in Murray Hill.
Athletic courts at St Vartan Park are used year round.
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Student-teacher ratios outperform the national average
Public education options in Murray Hill are limited to two schools. The P.S. 281 River School teaches preschool through fifth grade and has an A grade from Niche. For high school, there’s M432 Murray Hill Academy, which has a B-plus grade. J.H.S. 104 Simon Baruch, which has an A grade, is the closest middle school one mile south in Gramercy Park.
Simon Baruch Middle School 104: Gramercy Park's hub for innovative learning.
Murray Hill's educational cornerstone: The River School.
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Lived here my whole life. Amazing food and great access to places like Rockefeller center and The Summit. Its not extremely expensive. Nice view and access to transportation.
1.0Current Resident
9/20/2020Niche Review
Constant noise and construction, overpriced apartments that are not well maintained or well managed, overpriced for the area. The city in general is hard to live in these days..the quality of life is second to the construction business. Human life, health, safety is about #20 on New York City's list of importance.
4.0Niche User
5/3/2016Niche Review
Roadwork and sidewalk maintenance is often left unfinished
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Murray Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Murray Hill, Manhattan sell after 133 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Murray Hill, Manhattan over the last 12 months is $710,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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