Manhattan • NYC ZIP Code
Apartments in 10002 — Lower East Side / Chinatown
10002 covers parts of Lower East Side and Chinatown in Manhattan. Manhattan ZIP codes are compact — a few blocks can span multiple neighborhoods and market tiers.
Neighborhoods in 10002
Apartments in 10002 by type
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Rent-Stabilized Apartments
Doorman Buildings
Walk-Up Apartments
Pre-War Apartments
No-Fee Apartments
Elevator Buildings
Quiet Blocks
Questions about 10002
What neighborhoods does 10002 actually cover?
ZIP code 10002 maps to Lower East Side and Chinatown in Manhattan. NYC ZIP boundaries don't perfectly match neighborhood lines — you might be in one neighborhood for postal purposes but identify with the one next door for everything else. The character of 10002 is defined primarily by Lower East Side.
Is 10002 expensive?
10002 is in Manhattan, where the median 1BR runs $3,500-$5,000/month depending on the specific block and building era. Lower East Side / Chinatown falls somewhere in the middle of Manhattan's range. Always verify asking price against StreetEasy medians for the specific block.
How is the commute from 10002?
You are already in Manhattan. Commute times within the borough are typically 15-30 minutes by subway. The specific lines serving Lower East Side / Chinatown determine which directions are easy and which require a transfer.
What should I know before renting in 10002?
Three things: (1) Check the building's HPD violation history — a bad landlord affects your life more than the neighborhood does. (2) Visit the specific block at night and on a weekend before signing. (3) Manhattan rent includes heat and hot water by law in most buildings, but verify what other utilities are included.
Are apartments in 10002 rent-stabilized?
Many NYC apartments in pre-1974 buildings with 6+ units are rent stabilized. Manhattan has a high concentration of stabilized units, especially above 96th Street and in older buildings throughout the borough. The only way to confirm is to request a DHCR rent history for the specific apartment — free at hcr.ny.gov.
What kind of buildings are in 10002?
Lower East Side / Chinatown has a mix that depends on the era of development. Building types span the full range from walk-ups to high-rises.
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