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Until the recent development of the Hudson Yards neighborhood, Hell’s Kitchen has not seen much renovation since Port Authority (the busiest commuter bus terminal in the world) came into existence (1). The expansion of the 7 Line Subway to 10th Avenue and The High Line Park have contributed to the changes in Hells Kitchen, turning the neighborhood into a place to live rather than a industrial or transportation destination.
Adam Kaufman of the New York Times says “the neighborhood, stretching from Eighth Avenue to the Hudson River and roughly from 34th to 59th Streets, has undergone rapid gentrification in recent years. Today, it is better known for interesting restaurants and lively bars” (1). Kaufman says “if you live in Hells Kitchen and find yourself bored, it’s your fault” (1).
“It [the neighborhood] is a compilation of everything… industrial, residential, commercial,” so it’s like getting a taste of everything (1). Another reason people find Hell’s Kitchen so eclectic is the density of theaters and performing artist studios that thrive in the area. In addition, the High Line is expanding further into Hell’s Kitchen, by adding an addition to 42nd street. This will also have a plaza where modern artists can display art installations to the public (2).
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“It’s like getting a snapshot of the past with the obvious ‘path’ of the future” (1). In the core of Hells Kitchen, the majority of the buildings are 5-7 stories high, so it feels more “residential” and less congested (1). Since the development of the higher rise buildings in the area, the neighborhood has become increasingly popular amongst the younger crowd who can still afford the more reasonable rental and condo prices.
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Some of the newer developments have attracted some of the luxury price point buyers. On the west side, buildings such as The Orion on 42nd Street have seen a surge in high rise condos. With the close proximity to all subways via the Times Square station at Port Authority, the location is unbeatably convenient.
Written By Kylie Keller
(1) New York Times
(2) DNA Info
(3) Corcoran
