Roosevelt Island
Roosevelt Island is in the East River. Though small, Roosevelt Island has a distinguished architectural history. Roosevelt Island condos and co-ops are limited... most residential buildings on the island are rentals.
Let's be clear... Roosevelt Island is an unusual place. Who would expect to find low crime, lots of diversity, and even a little suburban comfort here -- on an island that used to store prisoners? If you'd like to live somewhere with an interesting history, Roosevelt Island might be your place.
The island has grown up rapidly, gaining a subway station, its own Tramway (providing quick access to Midtown), a "mini" school system, and its own tiny downtown with dining options.
- The Octagon -- originally designed in 1839 as the New York Lunatic Asylum -- is now a national landmark, LEED Silver Green building, and high-end apartment community.
- Roosevelt Island has its own community newspaper, The Main Street WIRE. Volunteers deliver the paper to every door in the community.
