Apartment Features : Studio with air conditioner, tile bath, separate kitchen. Area Features : The Lower East Side is Manhattan's most eclectic grit-meets-glam neighborhood. Probably best known for the slew of trendy bars and lounges that spring up constantly, the Lower East Side also has a funky mix of trendy boutiques, mom-and-pop shops, cozy cafes, and chic restaurants. With longtime residents and first-generation hipsters welcoming a new wave of students and young professionals to the area, the diverse population continues to grow.