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River Place

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Hell's Kitchen, 650 W 42nd St | New York
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  •  24-Hour Front Desk
  •  Cat friendly
  •  Dog friendly
  •  Fitness Center
  •  Hardwood Floors
  •  Indoor Pool
  •  Laundry on Each Floor
  •  Parking Garage
  •  Rooftop Deck
  •  Stainless Steel Appliances
  •  Tennis Courts
  •  White Stone Counters

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5.0
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2 Reviews

About this Location

Lots of bars and
restaurants nearby
7 (metro) - 12 min
A (metro) - 13 min
Riverside Park South
21 min walk

Pricing 

Studio, 1 Bath
$2,690+
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
$3,490+
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
$4,390+
2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
$5,290+
Schedule Appointment At
(646) 593-7514
  • Building Related

    •  Elevators
  • Entertainment

    •  Rooftop Deck
  • Kitchen

    •  Dishwasher
    •  Microwave
    •  Refrigerator
    •  Stainless Steel Appliances
    •  Stove & Oven
    •  White Stone Counters
  • Laundry

    •  Laundry on Each Floor
  • Living Room

    •  Air Conditioning
    •  Hardwood Floors
    •  High Ceilings
  • Parking & Transportation

    •  Free Shuttle Service
    •  Parking Garage
  • Pet Terms & Amenities

    •  Cat friendly
    •  Dog Park
    •  Dog friendly
  • Security & Maintenance

    •  24-Hour Front Desk
  • Sports & Fitness

    •  Basketball Court
    •  Fitness Center
    •  Indoor Pool
    •  Tennis Courts
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Overall rating 5.0/10, based on 2 renter reviews Write a review

4.0
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5.5
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5.5
Management
5.5
Value
4.0
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5.5
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Worst place ever!

It's so far from subways, restaurants, grocery stores.
It's got really low ceilings and feels cramped.
It's got too many pets in the building.

But the worst part is the management. They've switched hands many times in the past 5 years but none have been close to normal, competent, or good business sensed.

The lower level guys aren't empowered to make decisions and any of the higher ups have no idea how to run a building. Tenants have stayed potentially out of discomfort of moving in NYC but overall, the building is not worth the money.

The view is nice but does not make up for what the apartment feels like. Everything is outdated, the floors are old faux wooden ones.

Amenities are the gym and lounge, but again, these do not make up for the poor management and cramped space.

Don't be fooled by the large entrance lobby with doormen.

Stay away!

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  • Family w/ children
  • 2 beds / 2 baths
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Awesome Place!

I absolutely love this building and the unit. The unit itself is very spacious, and the rent is far lower than any comparable two bedroom apartments in midtown. The building responds immediately if there are any problems, and the doormen are very helpful and kind. The gym in the building is also great, and while it would be nice if membership was free, the fee is very affordable (~45/month). The only downside to this building is the location. It is very far west, but the building offers a free shuttle M-F that goes across town on 42nd street during AM and PM rush hour. It's frequent and very easy to use. The new 7 train stop on 34th and 11th is also helpful, but it is still about a 7 minute walk to the stop. The corner deli (Sunac) is great but a little pricey, and there is a Food Emporium and a liquor store very nearby. The building is also great for pets, as there is a doggy daycare right on the block.

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The Neighborhood

Signature Spots

dining 25 Recs

Gotham West Market
La Vela Dining & Bar
Capizzi
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grocery 1 Rec

Whole Foods Market
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convenience 1 Rec

7-Eleven
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fitness 38 Recs

Manhattan Kayak + SUP
Pan Aqua Diving
Manhattan Plaza Health Club
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parks 6 Recs

DeWitt Clinton Park
De Witt Clinton Park
Pier 84 Dog Run
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coffee 19 Recs

Rustic Table
Ample Hills Creamery
Sullivan Street Bakery
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About Hell's Kitchen

Not just a home for learning and practicing actors, Hell's Kitchen is also loved by young professionals, performing artists, and students. A big perk of this neighborhood is the convenience - walking distance to subway and train stops, nearby grocery stores, and close to Fordham and NYU. There are m...
Safe
Loud
Crowded
Classic
Tourists
Walkable
Affordable
Median rents in Hell's Kitchen
Studio
$
2,950
1 Bedroom
$
3,700
2 Bedroom
$
5,600

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Hell's Kitchen Reviews

58 reviews
Hell's Kitchen is full of restaurants. It's mostly very safe, but I typically avoid the edges (near Port Authority). It's close to Times Square, but it's very easy to avoid. Hell's Kitchen is pretty central so it's easy to get all over the city, and there are a lot of transit options (especially on 8th avenue).
Hell’s Kitchen has some rough edges, but the restaurant scene is terrific and decent deals on apartments. Being so close to 9th ave rocks, and 10th ave is definitely up-and-coming. there aren’t a lot of sternies nearby (most of them are in the village) but a handful live nearby. The reasons to like HK are the neighborhood vibe, the restaurant scene, and the proximity to Central Park. Downside is mostly distance from campus, depending on how close you live to the subway.
Hell's Kitchen has lots of grocery stores, bars, and restaurants, although it lacks some of the charm of other neighborhoods. It's possible to find new apartments here that are a good value. It's a relatively lively neighborhood. My only complaint is the lack of gyms and subway stations in the neighborhood.
PROS
* Easily accessible from a majority of transit hubs.
* Tremendous investment on the part of private and public entities, so there's a lot of development and renewarl.
* Proximity to Javits Center, Penn Station, and Time Square make it heavily policed and quite safe.

CONS
* NOISE--from the Lincoln Tunnel, the Javits, the River, the tourists, but above all else the construction
* Proximity to Javits Center, Penn Station, and Time Square can suck the character out of the location. Don't move here if you're looking to easily find a neighborhood with it's own personality (your local coffee place is going to be Starbucks and your local Italian place is going to be a hike if you want anything other than Sbarro/Olive Garden).
Midtown West has a vibrant bar and restaurant scene, and most of it is just far enough away from Times Square (past 8th Ave, anyway) to not attract tourists. Hell's Kitchen, in particular, has an amazing selection of places to eat with mostly smaller restaurants and bars. For those who want mega parties, Pacha and Hudson Terrace are by the river.

Transportation, particularly up and down the West Side and to FiDi is incredibly easy, and if you live near 42nd St, almost every area is a snap to get to.
There are some good restaurants and bars, but overall it's not terribly exciting. Transit on A/C/E is pretty good, but getting to east side is difficult if you need to. Getting to west village is a breeze though.
We like the neighborhood, it is a little closer to midtown west than Hell's kitchen though. Lots of bars and good places to eat on ninth ave and only a fifteen minute walk to campus.
Pro: Great places to eat, close to multiple transit lines, and Broadway shows.

Con: Can be loud and tourist heavy during certain hours.

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