Tribeca Neighborhood Guide

01 / Boundaries

Where is Tribeca?

Tribeca is bounded by Canal Street to the north, Broadway to the east, Chambers Street to the south and West Street along the Hudson River to the west. The name is short for "Triangle Below Canal," although the area is really closer to a trapezoid. The southern edge is the one people argue about. Some listings and maps push Tribeca down to Murray or Vesey Street, so a building on those blocks may be marketed as Tribeca while city sources place it in the Financial District. When an address matters to you, check how the listing defines it.

Tribeca is in Manhattan Community District 1. Its main ZIP codes are 10013 and, on the southern blocks, 10007.

02 / History

A short history: from Washington Market to lofts

For most of the 19th century this was a commercial district. The Washington Market wholesale produce trade spread through the area, and dry goods and textile merchants filled store-and-loft buildings with tall ceilings and big windows. By the 1960s that trade had largely left. In the 1970s artists began living and working in the empty lofts, and the "Tribeca" name was coined in that same decade.

Much of that building stock is protected today. The NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission designated four Tribeca historic districts (West, East, North and South) in 1991 and 1992, and added the Tribeca South Extension in 2002. In practice, exterior changes to many buildings need Landmarks approval, which is worth knowing before you plan a renovation.

03 / Housing

Tribeca housing: lofts, condos and co-ops

Loft conversions

Tribeca's classic home is the converted loft: a former warehouse or factory floor with high ceilings, oversized windows, exposed columns and open plans. Many sit in buildings with only a handful of units, sometimes one per floor. Layouts vary a lot from building to building, so floor plans, light and building rules matter as much as square footage.

New development condos

Alongside the lofts, Tribeca has newer condominium towers and conversions. 56 Leonard Street, designed by Herzog & de Meuron and completed in 2017, is the best-known example, with 145 apartments. Others, like 111 Murray Street, sit on the contested southern edge. New-development purchases follow a different process from resales, with an offering plan, sponsor terms and closing costs that can differ, so read the offering plan with your attorney before you sign.

Co-ops and rentals

Tribeca also has co-op buildings, including some early loft co-ops. Co-ops require board approval and a full financial package, and many limit financing, subletting or pied-à-terre use. Rentals range from units in converted lofts and condos rented by their owners to large rental complexes such as Independence Plaza, which opened in 1975. If you're coming from abroad, condos are usually the simpler route to ownership, because co-op boards often ask for U.S. financial history. Glenn can walk you through the difference in English, Spanish, Italian or French.

04 / Market snapshot

Tribeca market snapshot, September 2026

These figures come from public data sources, each measured differently, so read them as a range rather than a single price:

Asking prices run above closed prices here, which is common in a high-end market with a wide spread between small lofts and full-floor penthouses. For a building or a specific apartment, Glenn can pull recent comparable sales. If you already own in Tribeca, you can request a free valuation.

05 / Subway lines

Getting around: Tribeca subway lines

Tribeca is served by several subway lines within a short walk:

• Franklin Street (1, plus the 2 late nights), at Varick Street and West Broadway, in the middle of the neighborhood
• Chambers Street (1, 2, 3) at West Broadway, and Chambers Street (A, C) near Church Street, along the southern edge
• Canal Street (1) and Canal Street (A, C, E) along the northern edge
• Canal Street stations for the N, Q, R, W, J, Z and 6 trains, at and just east of Broadway

The World Trade Center area, with PATH trains to New Jersey, is just south. The Holland Tunnel entrance is in the northwest corner of the neighborhood.

06 / Parks and waterfront

Parks and the waterfront

Tribeca's stretch of Hudson River Park runs from Chambers Street to Canal Street. Pier 25 has a playground, a turf field, mini golf and river views. Pier 26, which opened in 2020, has the Science Playground, lawns and a restaurant. The upland strip has a skatepark, a dog run, and basketball and tennis courts. Inland, Washington Market Park on Chambers Street between Greenwich and West Streets has a playground, a community garden and courts. Duane Park, a small triangle at Hudson and Duane Streets, was bought by the city from Trinity Church in 1797 for five dollars. It was the first space the city acquired specifically to be a public park. Bogardus Plaza on Hudson Street, between Chambers and Reade, is a redesigned public plaza with seating and plantings.

07 / Public schools

Public schools

Public schools. P.S. 234 Independence School at 292 Greenwich Street is the zoned public elementary school for much of Tribeca. Its zone runs south of Canal Street, north of Liberty Street, west of Church Street and east of West Street. School zones change, so confirm current zoning and school information for any address with NYC Public Schools' Find a School (opens in a new tab) search.

08 / Recently sold and rented

Recently sold in Tribeca

93 Worth Street, Unit 406

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Recently rented in Tribeca

293 Church Street, across from the Roxy Hotel

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09 / Buying or renting with Glenn

Buying or renting in Tribeca with Glenn

Buying in Tribeca comes down to understanding the building: its landmark status, whether it's a condo or a co-op and what the board requires, the offering plan if it's new construction, and how a particular loft's layout and light compare with similar ones nearby. Glenn handles that work for buyers, sellers and renters. As part of the M Team at Compass, he specializes in international buyers and investors, condos, co-ops and rentals, and he works in English, Spanish, Italian and French.

Planning a purchase? Start with the Buyer's Guide. Looking to rent? The Renter's Guide covers documents, income requirements and applications. Then contact Glenn at 929.392.3707 or glenn.velasco@compass.com.

10 / FAQ

Tribeca FAQ

What are the boundaries of Tribeca?

Tribeca runs from Canal Street south to Chambers Street, and from Broadway west to the Hudson River at West Street. Some listings extend the southern edge to Murray or Vesey Street.

What does Tribeca stand for?

Tribeca is short for "Triangle Below Canal" (Street). The name dates from the 1970s, even though the neighborhood is shaped more like a trapezoid than a triangle.

What types of homes are in Tribeca?

Mostly converted loft buildings from the 19th and early 20th centuries, plus newer condominium towers such as 56 Leonard Street, along with co-ops and rental buildings. Many loft buildings are inside landmarked historic districts.

How much does an apartment in Tribeca cost?

In September 2026, StreetEasy's median asking price in Tribeca was $4,695,000 and the median asking rent was $10,000 a month. Redfin reported a median sale price of $3,773,942 for the three months ending September 2026. Prices vary widely by building and size.

Which subway lines serve Tribeca?

The 1 stops at Franklin Street, Canal Street and Chambers Street. The 2 and 3 stop at Chambers Street, the A and C at Chambers Street and Canal Street, and the E at Canal Street. The N, Q, R, W, J, Z and 6 stop at Canal Street stations at and just east of Broadway.

Can Glenn Velasco help me buy or rent in Tribeca in Spanish, Italian or French?

Yes. Glenn Velasco is a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson at Compass who works with buyers, sellers and renters in English, Spanish, Italian and French, including international buyers. Reach him at 929.392.3707 or glenn.velasco@compass.com.