Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, Nomad is one of the most desirable districts for homebuyers in all of New York City. The area is located North of Madison Square Park, hence the monicker, and borders Chelsea, Midtown South, Murray Hill, Rose Hill, and the Flatiron District. This central location makes it easy to get around the city and has helped drive real estate prices up. Apartments for sale in Nomad can command prices above $2,000 per square foot.

The neighborhood is steeped in history, which begins in 1686 when Nomad was simply a communal public space. Afterward, the area actively developed over the years, and the number of restaurants, office buildings, and hotels began to grow. Nowadays, owning a home in Nomad is a dream for many. This high level of demand means that condos and co-ops in Nomad sell for extremely high prices.

Nomad is well-known for its stunning architecture. Some iconic properties include the New York Life Building, the Baudouine Building, the Fifth Avenue Hotel, the Gershwin Hotel, the Radio Wave Building, and the NoMad Hotel. The neighborhood also has plenty of high-end luxury condos for sale, the most desirable of which include the newly constructed Madison House at 15 East 30th Street as well as 400 Park Avenue South.

You'll never be bored living in Nomad as there's plenty to do, with a bevy of modern bars and trendy restaurants as well as a hip lounges, chic coffee shops, and a host of other entertainment venues.

Other attractions in the neighborhood include the Youth Theater, the museum of sex, numerous antique galleries, and the well-known New York Comedy Club.

Some famous residents who lived in Nomad include General William J. Worth, Chelsea Clinton, sports blogger David Portnoy, inventor and electrical engineer Nikola Tesla, and Roscoe Conkling, among many others.