Located at Manhattan’s southern point, the Financial District (“FiDi”) is a blend of history and modern urban living. Home to iconic financial institutions like the New York Stock Exchange and the Federal Reserve Bank, it’s a hub of financial power. Living here means being at the heart of global finance. Wall Street’s energy permeates to offer opportunities in the financial world that no other place can give.
From a cultural point of view, FIDI is very dynamic with its museums, its historic restaurants, its various parks like Battery Park with a breathtaking view of the Hudson River and the Statue of Liberty. Many schools with an excellent reputation attract more families . FiDi, although being at the southern tip of Manhattan, is one of the neighborhoods best served by public transportation.
Likewise, FiDi’s streets are steeped in history, featuring landmarks like Trinity Church built in 1839 and Federal Hall built in 1842. Nevertheless, a new building at 45 Broad Street by CetraRuddy will be the tallest residential tower in lower Manhattan with a height of 1,115 feet. This illustrated a mixte between new and historic architecture.
In terms of real estate market, the median listing home price was $1.3K/sqft in September 2023 with a median home sold of $1.2M. A huge increase of +13.7% compared to 2017 with $1,143/sqft.