Gramercy Park & Union Square Overview
There are three neighborhoods within Gramercy Park - Union Square Area: Gramercy Park, Union Square, and Stuyvesant Town (some New Yorkers consider Flatiron an area). Together, these neighborhoods make up the area below Midtown East and above the East Village. This area is centrally located and home to some of New York's most residential streets and hippest restaurants and nightspots.

Gramercy Park & Union Square Residents & Culture
Gramercy Parkis a prestigious and isolated residential area, exemplified by the locked fence around Gramercy Park, which is for Gramercy residents only. Irving Plaza and its shops, restaurants and bars is the local gathering place. Gramercy also hosts Curry Hill, a destination for high-quality Indian food.

Union Square and Flatiron, due South of Gramercy Park, is where the fun begins. Union Square hosts some of the best and trendiest shops, restaurants, nightspots, and hotels in New York City. Residents of Union Square are young and vibrant.

Stuyvesant Town, Southeast of Gramercy Park, is another quiet residential area like Gramercy Park, but without the luxuries, prestige or the high prices. 

Gramercy Park & Union Square Architecture & Rents
Gramercy Park consists of luxury residences, elaborate old brownstones. Rents in this prestigious neighborhood are NOT cheap, but you will not be disappointed.

Union Square consists mostly of renovated apartment buildings some more luxurious than others, but all expensive. Rents are more reasonable as you move nearer the East Village.

Stuyvesant Town rents are more reasonable, but less luxuries and a less central location.

Gramercy Park & Union Square Transportation & Commuting
The Union Square Subway Station is one of the best on the Eastside. However, like most Eastside areas, Subways become less accessible the further East you go. Buses are regular and convenient and make a suitable substitute. Walking to Midtown and commuting to Brooklyn is also manageable from here.