Riverside Dr, Manhattan

Like its neighbors, this street has great access to the park and the river. There are plenty of restaurants nearby, as well as Columbia University. I wouldn't mind living in this area, because of its fast access to the downtown area by metro, as well as many bus lines, not to mention the places nearby. It's mainly residential and somewhat overrun by Ivy Leaguers, but that shouldn't deter you from looking here if you're moving to the city.