Battery Park City
Battery Park, located in the southernmost tip of Manhattan, is a vibrant and historic neighborhood that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and a bustling urban atmosphere.
Battery Park City's residential buildings feature modern architecture and luxurious amenities, providing residents with high-end living spaces and stunning views. The neighborhood is known for its commitment to sustainability and green initiatives, with many buildings incorporating eco-friendly features and practices.
Residents and visitors can enjoy leisurely walks along the promenade, soaking in panoramic vistas of the river, Statue of Liberty, and the Jersey City skyline. The Esplanade, a picturesque walkway, provides a serene escape from the bustling city, featuring seating areas, gardens, and public art installations.
Transportation in Battery Park City is convenient, with access to multiple subway lines and bus routes, allowing for easy commuting to other parts of Manhattan and beyond. The neighborhood is also well-connected to nearby cultural attractions, including the Financial District, Tribeca, and the South Street Seaport.
Culturally, Battery Park is home to several notable institutions, including the Museum of Jewish Heritage, which educates visitors about Jewish history and the Holocaust, and the Skyscraper Museum, dedicated to the history and architecture of tall buildings. The neighborhood also hosts various outdoor concerts, festivals, and art exhibitions throughout the year.
Battery Park is also a popular destination for families, as it offers various recreational facilities, including playgrounds, basketball courts, and bike paths. The waterfront promenade is perfect for leisurely strolls or jogging while taking in the stunning waterfront views.
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Neighborhood Snapshot
Transit Score:
100/100
Walk Score:
97/100
Bike Score:
84/100
Commute Times
to Penn Station
16.5 min
22 min
to Grand Central Terminal
21.6 min
20.7 min
to Columbus Cir
12.1 min
11.2 min
to Financial District
34.5 min
29.4 min
to Union Square
25.1 min
28.1 min
to Downtown Brooklyn
45.4 min
30.2 min
to Long Island City
31.7 min
25.6 min
Buildings Fun Facts
Oldest Building in Battery Park City
Built in 1920
33 Rector Street
Cheapest Building in Battery Park City (sold, p/sqft)
$703
320 ALBANY STREET
Most Expensive Building in Battery Park City (sold, p/sqft)
$10,452
99 Battery Place
Biggest Building in Battery Park City (total FAR)
456,400 ft
400 Chambers Street
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History of Neighborhood
As the settlement grew and transformed into the bustling city of New York, Battery Park continued to play a crucial role in its history. In 1625, the Dutch constructed Fort Amsterdam at the park's site, serving as both an administrative center and a military stronghold. However, the British captured New Amsterdam from the Dutch in 1664, renaming it New York, and subsequently took control of the fort.
Over the years, Battery Park witnessed numerous significant events, including the waves of immigrants arriving at nearby Ellis Island, the construction of the iconic Statue of Liberty, and the transformation of the surrounding area into a thriving commercial and cultural hub. Today, Battery Park stands as a testament to the city's past, offering visitors a glimpse into the rich history and heritage that shaped New York City into what it is today.
Architectural Style
Landmarks and Cultural Institutions
Landmarks and Cultural Institutions Image Credits William Warby, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Rizka, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Tdorante10, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Patrick Nouhailler, CC BY-SA 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Barry Solow, CC BY-SA 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Alex Proimos from Sydney, Australia, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Dara Ghavami, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Entertainment
Entertainment Image Credits Tdorante10, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Tdorante10, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Larry from Charlottetown, PEI, Canada, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , , ,
Popular Restaurants
Restaurants Image Credits Kenneth C. Zirkel, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , samuelfernandezrivera, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Famous people connected to Battery Park City
People Image Credits Toglenn, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , Christopher William Adach from London, UK, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons , User Skssoft on de.wikipedia; Michael Bulcik / SKS Soft GmbH Düsseldorf, CC BY 2.5 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5>, via Wikimedia Commons , Gotfryd, Bernard, photographer, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Movies
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)
Men in Black II (2002)
The Devil's Advocate (1997)
Movies Image Credits Marvel Studios, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons , Sony Pictures, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons , Machete kills, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Statistics for Battery Park City
| Date | Unit | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2026 | 280 Rector Place 3J | Listed for sale at $528,000 |
| 04/10/2026 | 204 Rector Place 10L | Listed for sale at $799,000 |
| 04/09/2026 | 210 Warren Street 9F | Listed for sale at $1,100,000 |
| 04/08/2026 | 225 Rector Place 9J | Listed for sale at $838,000 |
| 04/08/2026 | 225 Rector Place 7R | Listed for sale at $825,000 |
| 04/07/2026 | 212 Warren Street 1D | Listed for sale at $1,695,000 |
| 04/06/2026 | 250 South End Avenue 11E | Listed for sale at $925,000 |
| 04/02/2026 | 380 Rector Place 23G | Listed for sale at $1,588,000 |
| 04/02/2026 | 200 Rector Place 8N | Listed for sale at $425,000 |
| 04/02/2026 | 20 River Terrace 25B | Listed for sale at $3,295,000 |
| 04/02/2026 | 350 Albany Street 7AB | Listed for sale at $1,650,000 |
| 04/01/2026 | 333 Rector Place 1009 | Listed for sale at $1,725,000 |
| 04/01/2026 | 21 South End Avenue 333 | Listed for sale at $539,000 |
| 03/31/2026 | 280 Rector Place 5N | Listed for sale at $799,000 |
| 03/30/2026 | 70 Little West Street 8E | Listed for sale at $2,350,000 |
| 03/27/2026 | 10 Little West Street 16C | Listed for sale at $2,095,000 |
| 03/26/2026 | 380 Rector Place 3R | Listed for sale at $1,400,000 |
| 03/26/2026 | 70 Little West Street 22G | Listed for sale at $1,825,000 |
| 03/23/2026 | 30 West Street 29F | Listed for sale at $4,100,000 |
| 03/23/2026 | 300 Rector Place 8B | Listed for sale at $699,000 |
| 03/23/2026 | 280 Rector Place 8A | Listed for sale at $628,500 |
| 03/22/2026 | 225 Rector Place 22H | Listed for sale at $1,559,000 |
| 03/21/2026 | 30 West Street 25G | Listed for sale at $1,850,000 |
| 03/19/2026 | 2 River Terrace 6L | Listed for sale at $3,650,000 |
| 03/19/2026 | 10 Little West Street 36C | Listed for sale at $2,585,000 |
| 03/19/2026 | 333 Rector Place 408 | Listed for sale at $960,000 |
| 03/19/2026 | 2 South End Avenue 3P | Listed for sale at $665,000 |
| 03/19/2026 | 2 South End Avenue 2F | Listed for sale at $650,000 |
| 03/17/2026 | 350 Albany Street 2K | Listed for sale at $595,000 |
| 03/16/2026 | 250 South End Avenue 12G | Listed for sale at $750,000 |
| 03/16/2026 | 21 South End Avenue 207 | Listed for sale at $975,000 |
| 03/16/2026 | 377 Rector Place 2A | Listed for sale at $749,000 |
| 01/22/2026 | 377 Rector Place 11I | Sold for $750,000 |
| 01/16/2026 | 200 Rector Place 3K | Sold for $1,050,000 |
| 01/13/2026 | 30 Little West Street 4G | Sold for $1,230,000 |
| 01/12/2026 | 200 Rector Place 22D | Sold for $763,000 |
| 01/09/2026 | 200 Rector Place 18C | Sold for $725,000 |
| 12/23/2025 | 20 River Terrace 11L | Sold for $2,045,000 |
| 12/22/2025 | 21 South End Avenue 214 | Sold for $870,000 |
| 11/18/2025 | 20 West Street 18F | Sold for $999,000 |
| 11/17/2025 | 30 West Street 22E | Sold for $2,035,000 |
| 11/14/2025 | 70 Little West Street 5C | Sold for $1,145,000 |
| 11/14/2025 | 212 Warren Street 4C | Sold for $3,262,500 |
| 11/13/2025 | 70 Little West Street 4G | Sold for $1,800,000 |
| 11/10/2025 | 20 West Street 5C | Sold for $475,000 |
| 11/10/2025 | 2 South End Avenue 9H | Sold for $655,000 |
| 11/04/2025 | 70 Little West Street 17A | Sold for $990,000 |
| 11/03/2025 | 350 Albany Street 11A | Sold for $880,000 |
| 10/31/2025 | 300 RECTOR PLACE 4T | Sold for $475,000 |
| 10/24/2025 | 70 Little West Street 27A | Sold for $2,775,000 |
| 10/15/2025 | 2 South End Avenue 4O | Sold for $537,000 |
| 10/14/2025 | 225 Rector Place 22B | Sold for $1,375,000 |
| 10/14/2025 | 200 Rector Place 14L | Sold for $695,000 |
| 10/14/2025 | 20 River Terrace 17E | Sold for $1,445,000 |
| 10/10/2025 | 20 River Terrace 17F | Sold for $2,800,000 |
| 10/10/2025 | 20 River Terrace 14F | Sold for $2,745,000 |
| 10/09/2025 | 333 Rector Place 1012 | Sold for $915,000 |
| 10/06/2025 | 30 West Street 24G | Sold for $1,770,000 |
| 10/03/2025 | 20 River Terrace 11H | Sold for $1,395,000 |
| 10/03/2025 | 333 Rector Place 605 | Sold for $1,650,000 |
| 10/02/2025 | 20 River Terrace 23C | Sold for $1,375,000 |
| 10/01/2025 | 2 South End Avenue 6R | Sold for $1,250,000 |
| 07/28/2025 | 20 River Terrace 16N | Listed for sale at $1,995,000 |
| 09/05/2024 | 2 South End Avenue 5J | Listed for sale at $429,000 |
| 03/14/2023 | 20 River Terrace 8Q | Listed for sale at $705,000 |
| 03/28/2022 | 20 River Terrace 9J | Listed for sale at $1,170,000 |
| 09/01/2021 | 300 Albany Street 4E | Listed for sale at $549,000 |
| 08/25/2021 | 280 Rector Place 9C | Listed for sale at $950,000 |
| 10/18/2017 | 30 West Street 15B | Listed for sale at $1,999,000 |
| 05/17/2017 | 380 Rector Place 22D | Listed for sale at $889,000 |