Roosevelt Island

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Roosevelt Island, NY

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NYC’s hidden gem on the East River

Urban Upscale Riverside Historic Peaceful

Situated on the East River between Manhattan and Long Island, Roosevelt Island offers residents a tranquil respite from city life without sacrificing quick access to a host of metropolitan amenities. Just two miles long and one street wide, Roosevelt Island was named after President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, whose legacy is celebrated at Four Freedoms Park on the southern tip of the island.

Lighthouse Park lies on the northern end of Roosevelt Island, touting a historic 50-foot-tall lighthouse built in 1872. Residents enjoy sweeping views of Manhattan’s skyline from the scenic Roosevelt Island Greenway, which loops around the island. The island’s lush green spaces contribute to the peaceful atmosphere overall.

However, the Cornell Tech campus has infused a youthful energy as well. While Roosevelt Island is predominantly residential, a slew of restaurants, salons, and offices line significant portions of Main Street, affording residents access to plenty of everyday conveniences. Getting around from Roosevelt Island is a breeze with quick access to the Queensboro Bridge, Astoria Ferry Route, and the Roosevelt Island Tram.

Transportation

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Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

94

Rider's Paradise

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.

78

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Queensbridge Park
  • Socrates Sculpture Park
  • Carl Schurz Park
  • John Jay Park
  • St. Catherine's Park

Airports

  • Laguardia
  • John F Kennedy International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.