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Manhattan, New York

Population: 1,537,195
Located in New York County

Greene & Spring, SoHo
Greene & Spring, SoHo
Manhattan, New York - 2008 Top 100 Winner

Commonly known as "the city that never sleeps", Manhattan offers incomparable museums, attractions, landmarks, restaurants, theater, nightlife and shopping. Manhattan is home to centers of fashion, finance, law, media, and publishing. Perhaps the most striking aspect of Manhattan remains its atmosphere. Just being here, walking through the streets in the midst of Time Square, down Park Avenue or riding a subway, the surrounding humanity is a memorable experience. Manhattan and its landmarks have been memorialized in countless movies. Everyone wants to visit the "Big Apple" and living here is incredible.

Manhattan's real estate market for homeowners averages around $1.3 million with price tags ranging from the low end of $239,000 upwards to the luxury market topping off at $70 million.  Manhattan is home to several distinct neighborhoods, each with its own culture, character and charm. 

There are a vast number of public and private educational offerings for students attending schools in and around Manhattan.  The public schools that serve Manahattan are some of the best-known New York City public schools.  Manhattan is also home to some of the countries most prestigious private prep schools in the nation.  Higher educational opportunities are also abundant with Manhattan and its boroughs boasting 34 colleges, 8 law schools and 6 medical schools.

In the heart of New York City, Manhattan hosts numerous cultural and recreational events year-round.  Some of the most notable include the New York City Marathon, the New York Talks Sandwalk and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Shopping and dining are abundant throughout the city.  Some of Manhattan upscale shopping venues include Saks Fifth Avenue, Macys and Barneys.

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