Is There a Doctor in the House?

The Manhattan neighborhood of Murray Hill east of Second Avenue is often jokingly referred to as "bedpan alley" because of its concentration of hospitals and medical schools, and more scrub-clad doctors per foot than anywhere else in the city. Because of their long working hours, finding an apartment within a short walk to work is critical. For many young doctors and dentists, the residential community of Waterside Plaza fits the bill perfectly.

Completed in 1973, Waterside Plaza is the only residential real estate development east of the FDR Drive in Manhattan. Reached by footbridge at 25th Street (or car or bus at 23rd Street) it is a five minute walk to NYU Medical Center, Bellevue, Beth Israel, and NYU Dental School, among others.

For the medical community at Waterside who work long shifts, sometimes ending in the wee hours of the morning, some of the most appreciated features include the 24 hour doormen, the comprehensive security staff, the health and swim club, and the on-site restaurant with long delivery hours.

Waterside's apartments include many 2 and 3 bedrooms with multiple baths, unique layouts, amazing views, and most of all, large living rooms and bedrooms, notably larger in many cases than other nearby developments, that are perfect for shares.

Other handy amenities for medical residents include:

•  bike rooms and storage closets
•  a full service grocery store
• seasonal events including concerts, movies, and holiday parties
•  retail shops that include a dry cleaner and stationery store

Finally, the park-like plaza, surrounded by Waterside's four towers and row of townhouses, and overlooking the East River, is frequently mentioned by resident doctors as a key part of the experience of living there, a "decompression zone" that helps them cope with the rigors of their residencies.

If you are, or about to be, a resident at one of the local medical schools or hospitals, and are seeking an apartment tailored for your situation, take a look at what listings are available today at:

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And contact a rental agent who has a special understanding of your needs and situation here:

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To get a sense of Waterside Plaza, also have a look at "Living at Waterside Plaza" a short documentary available on YouTube.