6.7 out of 10

Chambers St, Tribeca

Ranked 3rd best street in Tribeca
40.7160288972045 -74.0103643505384
Great for
  • Public Transport
  • Gym & Fitness
  • Parks & Recreation
  • Pest Free
  • Shopping Options
Not great for
  • Childcare
  • Eating Out
  • Internet Access
  • Medical Facilities
  • Resale or Rental Value
Who lives here?
  • Singles
  • Professionals
  • Retirees
  • Tourists
  • Families with kids

Reviews

3/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 2/5
  • Safe & Sound 3/5
  • Clean & Green 2/5
  • Pest Free 3/5
  • Peace & Quiet 2/5
  • Eating Out 1/5
  • Nightlife 3/5
  • Parks & Recreation 3/5
  • Shopping Options 3/5
  • Gym & Fitness 3/5
  • Lack of Traffic 2/5
  • Parking 2/5
  • Cost of Living 2/5
  • Public Transport 4/5
2yrs+

"Not bad for Tribeca but not great"

Chambers starts in Tribeca at West Street and there are two massive schools right on the corner. One is a public school for creative types and the other is a massive community college. There are about 30,000 students at this college which is quite a lot for one building in any city. There's a performing arts center attached to the college and a park right next to that. So, this is a really arty block which is great: Tribeca lacks a bit as far as the art and community feeling of New York neighborhoods go.
The block at Greenwich is a great residential block. There are a couple of apartment buildings, a yoga studio, a wine shop and a few eateries and shops. I tend to think of Tribeca as more of the massive building / no quaint factor neighborhood. But, this little stretch has more of a village vibe which is great. The little neighborhood vibe continues down until Church street with a few cast iron apartment buildings, some great little bars (Mudville 9 is fantastic), and little mom and pop shops. This really is a cool few blocks as far as Tribeca goes.
Once you cross Church, Chambers starts to take on a more downtown sort of aesthetic and energy. The buildings are bigger and more commercial, there's a lot of traffic and really no energy. It's not as bad as the Fidi, but it's not charming by any stretch of the imagination. The architecture of some of the buildings is lovely, but the flow leaves much to be desired as far as neighborhoods go. Chambers is a big and pretty busy street so I wouldn't necessarily want to live on it. But, if you must, I would definitely look into living as close to West as possible for more of a real neighborhood vibe.
Pros
  • Gorgeous historical buildings
Cons
  • No restaurant scene
  • Not really residential
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Tourists
4/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 3/5
  • Safe & Sound 3/5
  • Clean & Green 3/5
  • Pest Free 3/5
  • Peace & Quiet 3/5
  • Eating Out 2/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 3/5
  • Shopping Options 3/5
  • Gym & Fitness 3/5
  • Internet Access 3/5
  • Lack of Traffic 3/5
  • Parking 2/5
  • Cost of Living 3/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 3/5
  • Public Transport 3/5
  • Medical Facilities 3/5
  • Schools 3/5
  • Childcare 3/5
2yrs+

"Must-see tourist destination"

One of New York's historic streets, filled with landmarks, Chambers Street should make the Top 10 List for any prospective visitor to New York. Visit the charming 19th-century castiron building at 105-7, designed by John Kellum in 1857, as well as the tall Renaissance revival Broadway Chambers building at 277. Also be sure to check out 274 Broadway, built in the style of an Italian palazzo in 1846. Formerly a department store, the building was later used as the offices of the New York Sun, and is currently the New York State Office Building. Stop by to enjoy the greenery in front of City Hall Park, one of the city's more charming "mini-parks", and don't miss the Beaux Arts Masterpiece at 31 Chambers Stree: the Surrogates' Court. With stunning statues representing Justine, Authority, Law, and Philosophy, the building is a must-see (and must-photograph). The area is less appealing for residents, however; its restaurant and residential building offerings are minimal, and much of the street is taken up by municipal buildings. New Yorkers, therefore, may only end up on Chambers Street if they have legal business to attend to - a pity, as it's one of the city's most picturesque.
Pros
  • Gorgeous historical buildings
Cons
  • Not really residential
  • No restaurant scene
Recommended for
  • Tourists
4/5
2yrs+

"So much beauty and heritage"

One of the best things about Chambers Street is walking down towards the eastern end and seeing the Manhattan municipal Building open up in front of you, standing proud and looking majestic in its white glory. That’s not to say that Chambers Street doesn’t have a presence of its own but its dominated by this amazing looking building at one end.
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Retirees
3/5
2yrs+

"I Never Understood the appeal"

If you ever travel on the public transportation system you will learn fairly quickly that Chambers St. exists. Every line seems to converge upon the street, and while that's plenty nice tourists might be fooled into thinking their is something worth seeing. The area is home to lots of financial buildings, a famed high school and some college buildings. New York City Hall, located in the area is a point of interest due to it's historical significance and architectural value. Along the bi-directional street travelers will also happen upon the Tweed Courthouse and a number of other municipal buildings. It might be an interesting stop for people interested in government and government buildings, but other than that it's hit or miss.
Recommended for
  • Singles
  • Retirees
wavedeva
wavedeva Chambers St. (formerly the southern border of Tribeca) is where a lot of small mom and pop stores and restaurants are located--Tribeca Hardware, Chambers Street Wines, The Soda Shop, etc. Others are located one block away--We Are Nuts About Nuts, Kings Pharmacy, the Farmer's Market, etc. In fact the new Smyth Hotel is scheduled to open next January on the SE corner of Chambers and West Broadway. I guess andiefrancese doesn't shop in the neighborhood.
2yrs+
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4/5
2yrs+

"Students Galore! Parents, beware!"

Chambers Street is most notable for the schools that are here-both Stuyvesant High School, and the college next door. West Side Highway lets the cars fly by, but don't be afraid if you have small children-the enormous bridge created for the high-schoolers to get to their trains isn't limited on access. You too can use it to get to the park on the other side. This street definitely targets their audience-small bookstores and places to buy candy and school supplies war with pizza joints and fast food restaurants. A wall on the other side of the bridge is home to stoners and rarely visited by police. I'm not sure who would want to live there, or even if there is residential housing. Maybe college students!

After around 5-6PM on weekdays the street does quiet down some though, once the students have gone. But it's a cacophony while school is entering, midday, and while it's letting out.
Recommended for
  • Singles
4/5
2yrs+

"The Melting Pot Vibe"

A true hub of activity, Chambers st truly acts as the center of the universe for the financial district and federal plaza. Home to almost every single subway line in the city, many of them on express stops, Chambers street might be one of the most accessible places in New York. It is certainly also one of the most cultural, with the Immigration services on Broadway, this block of Chambers st is buzzing with various languages, sights and smells. It also certainly does not lack its amenities with many of the most widely seen fast food branches claiming territory here. It’s a good street to visit if you’re looking for action, but it is crowded and noisy.
Recommended for
  • Singles
3/5
2yrs+

"Chambers Street--- Great Place"

Chambers street is located in Greenwich Villiage and is a great place for shopping and dining. Be sure to grab a bite to eat at A Cappella Italian Ristorante. For some great buffalo wings, try Mudville 9 Saloon. I like this area of town because of its laid back casual environment, a release from the hubub of midtown. If you stay on Chambers Street you’ll run into City Hall Park, a wonderful place to relax and take in one of the many sights in the city. You can also get married at City Hall if you want to, as I saw several doughy eyed couples on their way in to get hitched. All in all, this is a wonderful street for those looking to get immersed in all the West Village has to offer.
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Singles
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
wavedeva
wavedeva Chambers St is not in Greenwich Village. It runs from Tribeca (on the west side) to the City Hall area (on the east side). Greenwich Village is at least a mile away from Tribeca.
2yrs+
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