Living in TriBeCa, Manhattan

TriBeCa stands for Triangle Below Canal Street,else? - brandy. B Flat, in the basement of 277 Church,
literally designating the area's borders: Canal Street tois a popular bar with Japanese food and drinks and a
the north, the water to the west, and Chambers Streetrelaxing ambiance.
to the south (and Broadway to the east). DecadesFor outdoor activities, Washington Market Park on
ago it was a dusty neighborhood filled withGreenwich Avenue and Chambers Street has a
warehouses but today it is one of Manhattan's mostplayground for kids and benches shaded by trees for
expensive areas home to celebrities and millionairesgrown-ups. The waterfront, just past West Street, has
galore.jogging paths and a clean grassy lawn that is always
Housing in this area is expensive, there's no wayfrequented in the warm weather months by
around it. Because the area is so desirable for somesunbathers and Frisbee players.
many types of people, it is tough to find bargains.TriBeCa is served by two subway stations: Franklin
Housing does tend to get cheaper the closer you getStreet (1 train) and Chambers Street (1,2, and 3 trains).
to Chambers Street and Broadway, but it's all relative.The area is close enough to the Financial District to be
Because it's so populated with wealthy people,able to take advantage of the many transportation
TriBeCa isn't knows as being one of the friendliestoptions leaving that area.
places in Manhattan. It does have an upbeat andTriBeCa is more likely off-limits to mere mortals who
artistic feel to it though. The area is also very safe duedon't have celebrity status, a high-paying job or a trust
to a large police presence here.fund. If you do find yourself able to afford living here
TirBeCa isn't known for it's huge nightlife scene and ifthen you will enjoy being in a great, vibrant location
this is your thing then take a five minute walk over toclose to anything you could need. You will be safe and
SoHo. However, some highlights of the TriBeCa barenjoy a level of convenience you can't get if you find
scene are: the Grace, a chic lounge at 114 Franklinyourself living on the outskirts of the city. There are
Street, known for its designer cocktails. The Brandyplenty more affordable options though that will be just
Library on Moore Street caters to a business crowdas fun to live in and you'll have more money in your
with gourmet food and a wide selection of - whatpocket to spend on enjoying life in New York.