The Lower East Side has become Manhattan’s trendiest grit-meets-glam neighborhood. One of the oldest neighborhoods of the city, it was once home to a mostly poor immigrant population who came through Ellis Island.  In recent years, gentrification of the East Village has spread south, bringing with it upscale boutiques and an entire menu of super-cool eateries. Tree-lined Clinton Street was described by New York Magazine as the “hippest restaurant row” on the Lowest East Side.
 
Apartment hunters looking for rental apartments  in the lower east side will love living in the midst of all this up-and-coming excitement.  MetroNest.com’s 25 Clinton Street property offers fully furnished studio apartments--an ideal option for New York City newcomers who need a place to call home. No need to bring or buy furniture – just move in!  The building is between Houston and Stanton Streets, close to the subway stations at Second Avenue, Essex Street, and Delancey Street.
 
The locale  is abuzz with news-making development projects that are raising the area’s profile. The famous hotelier Ian Schrager chose 215 Chrystie Street for his newest ultra-luxe property – a sure sign that the neighborhood has made it big time.  Now under construction, Essex Crossing will add 19 million square feet of living, commercial, and community space to the area.
 
A diverse mix of students, young professionals, and first generation hipsters supports the lower east side’s vibrant art and music scene.  There are many contemporary galleries, including the well known ABC No Rio, an outsider gallery space that invites community participation.  Punk and alternative rock bands play at live music venues and bars well into the small hours.
 
The Lower East Side is the southeastern area of Manhatan that lies between The Bowery and the East River.  It is bordered by Houston Street to the north and Canal Street to the south.