Boundaries: Canal St. to Houston St., Bowery to Lafayette St.

Where Would You Live? 16-square blocks of mostly five- and six-story walk-ups along Mulberry, Mott and Elizabeth, and taller elevator buildings along Bowery and Lafayette Streets.

Neighborhood Features: Boutique shopping along Prince and Spring Streets at niche retail shops like Mink-K which features up and coming designers, and Moss for stunning home furnishings; destination dining at Café Habana and Café Gitane; plenty of nightlife at venues  such as Sweet & Vicious and The Randolph at Broome.

Subway: B,D,F,M to Broadway-Lafayette | 6 to Bleecker St. | 6 to Spring St. | J,Z to Bowery | J,N,Q,R,6 to Canal St.