Located in the hip Hunters Point neighborhood of Long Island City, Queens

Known for its gleaming high-rises with sweeping views of Manhattan, Hunters Point is the neighborhood most people mean when they say Long Island City. One subway stop from Midtown, this working-class and industrial neighborhood is transforming into a premier residential enclave.

An upscale area along the East River in Queens, Long Island City is populated with innovative art galleries and performance spaces, as well as pockets of trendy bars and restaurants, appealing to local artists and young professionals. MoMA PS1 showcases cutting-edge art and hosts seasonal dance parties. Locals enjoy the quiet riverfront Gantry Park, Socrates Sculpture Garden and the Noguchi Museum.