How about 145th, just off the Harlem River? I'm white, 30 years old. The place I am looking at is between Lenox and 7th.

Not safe, and hemmed in on all sides by public housing.

Hi,

I am going to new york in April with 4 other friends - mixed group - and have found a nice apartment in 113th st with 8th av. Can anybody tell me if that is a safe place for 5 white people.

Thank you!

I really don't understand the preoccupation with Harlem being dangerous. I'm a NY resident who does not live in Harlem and even for me, it's bordering on lightweight offensive, to be honest.

Describing a neighborhood that is rich with culture, welcoming residents and some of the best historical, architectual finds in the city as 'ghetto' is rather unsavory for many reasons that you can assume. Your lives are in very protected hands, as this city is one of the safest big towns you will find. Just because the residents may not look or sound like you, does not imply that you are somehow threatened or unwelcomed.

Regardless of your whereabouts in the city - Harlem, South Bronx OR 5th Avenue - you need to watch your back, be alert and stand up straight. But I would advise any guest of NY to please take the time to visit an area first before deeming whether it is 'dirty', 'ghetto', or 'dangerous'. The Harlem feared in many posts is the Harlem of 10-15 years ago and one that is often portrayed - incorrectly - in movies for dramatic effect. I'll say the same for Brooklyn as well.

Sorry for the rant, but we've a little protective of our town up here. Welcome to one and all - enjoy yourselves, take it all in and please keep an open mind.

Where did you find the apartment? It is illegal to rent private apartments and there are many scams happening. A lot of people arrive in New York believing they have rented an apartment and find that it does not exist and they have no where to stay. Do not send any money upfront.

Hey, how about 144th and Broadway, about 30 steps from the train station?

Looking to move into Harlem. Attending Columbia. Looking for an area with good food and easy subway access. Any ideas? Looking for around $1500 rent, 1 bedroom.

How is 245 west 135? I am thinking about moving there. It is right by City College.

Also, how is the area around columbia University?

Thanks so much!!!

whats 129th and lenox/malcolm x like?



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How about 124th and Lex? That general region?

Thank you.

So how was it? we are staying at the same place...

I'm looking at staying on 110Th, is this a safe area?