Homes So Close to the Village Halloween Parade, It’s Scary

This Friday, the Annual Village Halloween Parade is bringing its spooktacular energy right down Sixth Avenue—a tradition since 1974! Why fight the crowds or rush for a quick glimpse when you could live right in the heart of it? We’ve rounded up some great homes near all the action, putting you just steps from the iconic route and its skeletal puppets and jaw-dropping costumes. Get ready to find a place you’ll never want to ghost.

20 West 12th Street, New York City, NY 10011

Half a block from the parade route, this Gold Coast townhouse is pure Village drama—soaring ceilings, designer details, and a garden perfect for keeping the spirits alive.

136 Waverly Place, 5E, New York City, NY 10014

Steps from the parade route, this Waverly Place home pairs pre-war charm with modern luxury. By day, it’s bathed in natural light. By night, it’s the perfect after-parade hangout.

45 West 11th Street, 8C, New York City, NY 10011

Half a block from the parade route, this sunny top-floor apartment sits on one of the Village’s most coveted blocks. With 360-degree views of Lower Manhattan, the building’s roof terrace is the perfect spot for people-watching post-festivities.

35 West 9th Street, 1B, New York City, NY 10011

Half a block from the parade route, this pre-war two-bedroom on West 9th has all the bones to make your dream home. With high ceilings, great light, and a front-row seat to the Halloween action, it’s pure Village charm.

105 West 13th Street, 15B, New York City, NY 10011

Steps from the parade route, this sunny Greenwich Village studio has an open kitchen and views of both the Empire State Building and the Freedom Tower. With all that Halloween energy right outside your door, it’s the perfect place to raise your spirits.