Hillman Cooperative
Welcome to the Lower East Side
Hillman is a tranquil residential co-op on Grand Street in Manhattan’s vibrant and historic Lower East Side. Founded in the late 1940s as part of a vision to improve urban living through cooperation and community, Hillman is composed of three blocks of buildings – the 500, 530, and 550 blocks, on Willett, Columbia, and Lewis Streets – linked by shared gardens and playground spaces.
Named in honor of the influential 20th-century labor leader Sidney Hillman, the cooperative reflects a long-standing commitment to fairness, shared responsibility, and community life—values that continue to shape Hillman today.
Amenities
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Parks and Playgrounds
Enjoy access to private outdoor parks and two playgrounds, with ample seating, picnic tables, summer shade, and open space for year-round play and relaxation.
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In-Building Laundry
Each building has ample laundry facilities with large-capacity washers and dryers.
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Parking
Our onsite garage offers 24-hour attended parking at a reduced price for residents.
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Bicycle Storage
Residents can rent bicycle storage, available in the basement of each of block of buildings, keeping your bike secure and easily accessible.
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Gym
The residents-only fitness area is equipped with cardio, resistance and strength machines, and a full range of free weights.
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Community Garden
Residents can join three community garden spaces, with space to grow plants, gather, and celebrate community.
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Storage Rooms
Dedicated storage spaces are available to residents in building basement spaces for an additional fee.
The Neighborhood
The Lower East Side is a diverse and lively neighborhood. Within blocks of Hillman, you’ll find historic art houses, immersive museums, high-energy food halls, notable synagogues and churches, and some of the most iconic eateries in New York City.
Hillman is located toward the east end of Grand Street. We are just a block from the newly renovated East River Park, with playgrounds, tennis courts, turf sports fields, grassy hills, and open areas for gatherings and barbecues. Nearby Corlears Hook Park has a ferry landing for NYC Ferries.
Our neighborhood has schools and libraries, senior centers, daycare and community centers, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, performance spaces, Citibike stands, and conveniences such as banks, supermarkets, pharmacies, bakeries, liquor stores, and cafés.
