A destination for shopping and dining near Madison Square Park
A mix of trendy restaurants and retail shopping housed in historic buildings, plus a beautiful centuries-old public park, make NoMad a coveted neighborhood. Nicknamed for the area north of Madison Square Park, what was once a primarily commercial district has become a residential enclave. “It went from an area that was really not a destination for hospitality or residential to one that’s really on the map at this point,” says James Mettham, President of the Flatiron/NoMad Partnership, an organization focused on maintaining and transforming the area. Starting in the 2010s, a hospitality boom led to the transformation of the Broadway corridor, opening chic spaces like the ACE Hotel and spurring new shops, bars, and nightlife options, followed by residential spaces. “An entire slew of new market and luxury housing opportunities and new towers have gone up, including one rising on Fifth Avenue and 29th Street,” Mettham says, “It continues to grow.”
Architecturally historic buildings can be seen in the neighborhood
La Pecora Bianca offers fine dining
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Many choices for fine dining and entertainment
Dining and nightlife options have flourished thanks to a flurry of high-rise hotels that have opened in recent years. Inside the 1908 Beaux-Arts-style Johnston building, The Ned NoMad functions as a hotel and private members club, affiliated with SoHo House. The landmark Emmet Building houses the James NoMad Hotel, featuring The Seville cocktail lounge, and Scarpetta, a favorite for Italian fare and celeb-spotting. The Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park sits at the corner of East 24th Street. Freshly baked bread can be found at Eataly, the large Italian grocery store. Numerous coffee shops and cafes dot the area, with spots like Dominque Ansel offering croissants and inventive pastries. For daily groceries, there’s a Whole Foods at Madison Avenue and East 28th Street. Home décor, skincare and wellness shops, as well as fitness facilities can be found concentrated between Fifth and Sixth Avenues.
Italian groceries, prepared foods and a restaurant can be found at Eataly
Diners enjoy intimate meals at Il Fiorista
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Historic conversions and newer condos like Rose Hill
The neighborhood’s desirable central location has given rise to new condo developments. A one-bedroom one-bath condo in a high-rise or renovated historic building with a full-time doorman might be found for around $1.4 million, while a three-bedroom with park views might top $9 million. There are some co-ops, such as the 40-unit prewar Gilsey House, originally opened as a hotel in 1872, where today two or three-bedrooms sell for around $3 million. More inventory is available in large luxury condo towers like the 45-story Rose Hill, where a two-bedroom two-bath with a terrace might run $2.6 to $4 million. Other condo buildings like the skinny 54-story skyscraper at 262 Fifth Avenue are still under construction.
Seasonal events in Flatiron Public Plaza
Community events happen throughout the year in the Flatiron Public Plaza, in the southwest corner of Madison Square Park. Within view of the historic Flatiron Building, large-scale art pieces, summer concerts, and the Winter Glow Festival engage local businesses and residents.
Visitors relax near Madison Square Park
Flatiron Public Plaza has events and art installations
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Madison Square Park provides outdoor activities and public art
Madison Square Park serves as a neighborhood centerpiece, with residents relishing its playground and dog run. The 2.6-acre grounds, occupying a city block, have been public land since 1686, though it was historically home to the Lenape people. Multiple statues dot the park, and large-scale public art displays regularly rotate.
The park is between Fifth and Madison Avenues
Public art and other sights welcome visitors
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Pre-college preparation and A+ schools nearby
Students are zoned for a few public schools nearby. PS 33 Chelsea Prep serves pre-K through 5th grade and receives an A+ from Niche. For 6 through 8th grade, JSH 104 Simon Baruch ranks in the top 3% of most diverse middle schools in New York. Baruch College Campus High School gets an A rating from Niche and has partnered with nearby Baruch College to offer college-level courses to high school students.
Elementary school students can attend PS 33 Chelsea Prep
Simon Baruch Middle School is on East 21st Street
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Subway access on W 28th Street, plus the F and 6 trains
NoMad’s central location makes most of Manhattan easily accessible by subway. Access to the 1 and R and W trains can be found on West 28th Street, and the F train at West 23rd and Sixth Avenue. The 6 train can be found a few blocks east, at East 23rd and Park Avenue South.
The 6 train connects the neighborhood to the rest of Manhattan
The R and W trains are on West 28th Street
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Future developments for more housing
While the neighborhood evolves, city rezoning is anticipated to create more changes. “I think the goal is by 2026 there will be some new zoning and laws, which would allow for conversions of underutilized commercial and manufacturing space to residential and also some new developments,” Mettham says, “More to come.”
The neighborhood has many historic conversion buildings
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Parks in this Area
Madison Square Park
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Chelsea Green
Picnic Area
Playground
Waterpark
Penn South Playground
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Greeley Square Park
Sandbox Playground
Herald Square
Picnic Area
Trails
Concessions
Transit
Airport
Laguardia
18 min drive
Subway
28 Street (N,R Line)
Bus
5 Av & W 27 St
Bus
Av Of The Americas & W 27 St
Bus
Av Of The Americas & W 23 St
Bus
W 23 St & Av Of The Americas
Bus
Av Of The Americas & W 29 St
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W 26th St & 7th Ave
Bus
5 Av & W 29 St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
NoMad
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
8
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
NoMad Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in NoMad, Manhattan sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in NoMad, Manhattan over the last 12 months is $224,950, down 75% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,176
Median Age
38
Population Density
91 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$154,906
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$175,100
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
82%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
92/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
100/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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