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Apartments near Roosevelt Island, New York, New York

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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Roosevelt Island New York

The neighborhood is unique because it is quiet and friendly. I like the firehouse barbecue sandwich shop and I like going to the nearby state park for hiking.

It's quit and peaceful. You don't have to worry about much of anything. It's clean and quiet. Anyone would be lucky to live in area like this

Older neighbors, nothing really unique. It is close to several bars and restaurants which is a huge plus

Neighborhood of older homes with older residents. There is a great pizza place nearby. Can walk to stores for shopping

I like that other families I live around have children. I like that my neighbors are friendly. I also like the fact that the dollar store is within walking distance.

lots of family coffee shops and a great local live theatre that includes lots of local families also lots of christmas activities like parades plays

Who Lives Here

Roosevelt Island New York Demographics

Education

High School

19%

Associate's

10%

Bachelor's

16%

Master's

16%

Doctorate

39%

Family Size

2 people

54%

3 people

26%

4 people

9%

5 people

10%

6+ people

1%

Household Income

0-50k

25%

50-100k

23%

100-150k

21%

150-200k

11%

200k+

20%

Age

0-10

9%

10-20

5%

20-45

42%

45-65

27%

65+

18%

Getting Around Roosevelt Island New York

Roosevelt Island New York Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

1%

15-30 Mins

23%

30-40 Mins

39%

40-60 Mins

25%

60+ Mins

12%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 7878

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 1 of 1 renters

Percentage: 8080

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 1 of 1 renters

Percentage: 9797

Transit Score®

Need A Car

Yes

Say 1 of 1 renters

Top Scores: Childcare, Grocery, Pet

Things To Do In Roosevelt Island New York

Top Score

Childcare

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

No need for a tantrum - childcare options abound in Roosevelt Island New York.

  1. A high number of daycares per resident
  2. 84% more daycares than average
  3. 75% more daycares than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Things are looking up, there's supermarkets to be found 'round here.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. An average number of grocery stores
  3. A standard number of grocery stores compared to areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Who's an ok boy? Roosevelt Island New York doesn't deserve many treats.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 52% more pet facilities than average
  3. 13% more pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Hospitals

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Roosevelt Island New York gets the all clear for hospitals.

  1. A high number of hospitals per resident
  2. 93% more hospitals than average
  3. 93% more hospitals than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The road is less traveled for filling the tank up in Roosevelt Island New York.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. An average number of gas stations
  3. A standard number of gas stations compared to areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in Roosevelt Island New York.

  1. A high number of parks per resident
  2. 90% more parks than average
  3. 67% more parks than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The retail inventory is low in Roosevelt Island New York.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. An average number of shops
  3. A standard number of shops compared to areas of a similar size

Amusement Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

In need of a lift: Roosevelt Island New York is light on amusement parks.

  1. Few amusement parks per resident
  2. An average number of amusement parks
  3. A standard number of amusement parks compared to areas of a similar size

Medical Care

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We have a bone to pick with this Roosevelt Island New York's access to medical care.

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 68% more medical facilities than average
  3. 50% more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Better stock your pantry because the restaurant scene is paltry.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 7% more restaurants than average
  3. 73% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Stock up on your home beans, because this place is out of brew.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 61% more coffee shops than average
  3. 27% more coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Disco is definitely dead around here.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. An average number of bars and clubs
  3. A standard number of bars and clubs compared to areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Do you even lift, bro? Roosevelt Island New York is weak on fitness.

  1. A high number of gyms per resident
  2. 83% more gyms than average
  3. 73% more gyms than areas of a similar size

Theaters

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Intermission much? Roosevelt Island New York is low on theater choices.

  1. Few theaters per resident
  2. An average number of theaters
  3. A standard number of theaters compared to areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

An all around mediocre performance for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. An average number of fine art centers
  3. A standard number of fine art centers compared to areas of a similar size

Roosevelt Island New York Education

Schools

Percentage: 1/51/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Roosevelt Island New York

10/10

P.S. 234

Grades PK-5 • Public

10/10

P.S. 290 Manhattan New School

Grades PK-5 • Public

10/10

P.S. 006 Lillie D Blake

Grades PK-5 • Public

10/10

P.S. 059 Beekman Hill International

Grades PK-5 • Public

10/10

P.S. 077 Lower Lab School

Grades K-5 • Public

10/10

East Side Elementary School P.S. 267

Grades K-5 • Public

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All About

Living in New York, NY

Roosevelt Island Apartments for Rent - Manhattan, NY

Trying to find a place in the Manhattan area? Look at apartment rentals in Roosevelt Island, a metropolitan neighborhood near Manhattan, NY? Roosevelt Island is a good place to rent, with 84% of residents renting their homes. Roosevelt Island is somewhere you can live without much need for a car. Most residents use alternative transportation, and about half of households don't own a car. Commuting to and from work takes about 35 minutes on average. Residents are well-educated, with a large number having postgraduate degrees. For renters who prefer a calm neighborhood, less than half of households have kids.