New York, NY

Roosevelt Island

Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$440K - $1.85M
For Sale on Trulia:
38 homes
Rent:
$3.2K - $7.3K
For Rent on Trulia:
37 homes
To Downtown New York:
31 minutes
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What Locals Say about Roosevelt Island

At least 211 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 84 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 83 % Say kids play outside

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say it's quiet

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say there are community events

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 29 % Say parking is easy

  • 25 % Say car is needed

  • 24 % Say there's wildlife

  • 20 % Say yards are well-kept

Learn more about our methodology.
  • Daav33
    "35 min door to door, I have 4 ways to move out of my neighborhood. But it can be challenging when there are jobs on the subway and the tram can get pretty busy during the weekend"
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  • Cherylkrebs72
    "Lots of dogs lots of space Friendly people safe area parks restaurants happy neighborhood family oriented "
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  • Trulia User
    "I live on Roosevelt island which is 5 minutes away from Astoria so I get to enjoy Astoria’s restaurants, markets, banks and other neighborhood businesses. Feels like home "
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  • Trulia User
    "Hang Out In This Area A lot . Very Family Oriented. Many Stores. Polite People. Very Convenient And Accessible . "
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  • Trulia User
    "I see people walking their dogs and picking up after them ,on their leash, with the bags in hand that are provided in most public spaces. "
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  • Zamyescalona
    "Amazing commute via public transportation you can use the tramway to Manhattan, the F train uptown and downtown with all other connections and the Q102 to Astoria Queens, ride a city bike or drive. 👏 🙀 😮 "
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  • Jeremy S.
    "Quick and easy. Lots of options:subway, tram, ferry, car, bicycle. I’ve never seen anyone try to swim (no doubt illegal) but even that might be technically feasible if you are feeling particularly cheeky. "
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  • Justus.burgos
    "Great commute minutes away from Manhattan and queens via train or tram. Commute is great if you drive as well Manhattan Brooklyn queens all minutes away via car"
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  • Dlakie
    "Best neighborhood in manhattan. School is great it’s very family friendly. Only hang not a single bar currently aside do the diner."
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  • Robert O.
    "Pros: Safe and quiet oasis in the middle of Manhattan. Many many families with kids. Diverse population. Lots of international residents. Completely accessible for wheel chair users & strollers. Amazing river views everywhere. Well maintained paths around the whole island. Parks and playgrounds abound. No rats!! None! No garbage on the streets. Free “red bus” transportation. Cons: Spotty weekend F train. Virtually nowhere to eat out & almost no food deliveries. 1 grossly overpriced, poorly stocked grocery store. "
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  • Paulmurphy82
    "Farmers market, tree lighting, Roosevelt island festival, cherry blossom festival, outdoor yoga, events at FDR Park"
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  • Love.bobis
    "Still feels limited despite the F train, tram, and ferry as well as car service options. A second subway line would be great. "
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  • Ella D.
    "It’s quiet compared to the rest of the city, you can walk any time of day, everyone is super trustworthy"
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  • Troy.laura
    "I appreciate the red busses. They are in frequent when I leave in the morning though. I normally walk to the train or tram. "
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  • Chenxv
    "My favorite area in nyc. If if we’re not for the expensive condos I would raise my family here. Overall perfect neighborhood for students/young professionals working in Manhattan/families who can afford the rent or mortgage for a big family. "
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  • RH
    "It’s nice. Expensive but nice. If you have the money it’s cool to raise a family here. If you don’t have the money look elsewhere "
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  • Krpelj2000
    "It is like living in a park yet 3 minutes to Manhattan and/or LIC. Very good neighborhood if you'd like to relax after hectic work. Very well connected with F train with main spots in Manhattan. I'd say probably the best neighborhood in the city when you consider all parameters."
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  • Recereid
    "Small, quiet, easy access to Mahatran and LIC. 24-year resident. I really like living here. The views are great too!"
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  • Recereid
    "The views. The small town feel. The close proximity to Manhattan. Waterfront. The quiet. The diversity."
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  • Robert O.
    "Very diverse neighborhood. Quiet and friendly and incredibly safe. Beautiful scenery, green space, and friendly neighbors. "
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  • Michellelinks
    "I live in the neighborhood which is very quiet and tranquil. Love it accessible to all modes of transportation and very close to the city."
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