Manhattan neighborhood guide
Financial District (FiDi)
Historic Lower Manhattan, reinvented as a residential neighborhood
The Financial District combines landmark architecture, full-service condo and rental towers and some of the best transit access in the city.
FiDi has steadily shifted from a pure business district to a 24/7 residential neighborhood, driven by conversions of historic office buildings into full-service condominiums and rentals. Stone Street, the Seaport and the waterfront give it a character that surprises first-time visitors.
Lexington Residential has placed clients in buildings on Wall Street, Broad Street, John Street and Park Row, and our brokerage is headquartered at 100 Wall Street — so we know these buildings, their amenities and their monthly carrying costs firsthand.
Homes & buildings
Getting around
Life in the neighborhood
- Stone Street, the South Street Seaport and Pier 17
- Battery Park and the East River Esplanade
- Brookfield Place and the Oculus for shopping and dining
- Governors Island ferry in season
A great fit for
- Amenity-rich condo buyers
- Commuters
- Investors and pied-à-terre buyers
Financial District (FiDi) questions
Is FiDi a good place to buy an investment property?
Many FiDi buildings are condos with flexible rental policies and strong rental demand, which appeals to investors. It is worth reviewing each building's common charges, real estate taxes, reserve fund and any pending assessments before making an offer.
What is it like to live in FiDi on weekends?
Quieter than Midtown, with activity centered around Stone Street, the Seaport, Brookfield Place and the waterfront parks.
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