This Video Gives You a Peek Down the Shortest Streets in New York City

According to data from the NYCDOT, there are 100,025 streets, avenues, places, ways and roads throughout the five boroughs of New York City. We've shown you the longest before, but how about the shortest? In this upbeat video from New York Magazine, take a peek at eleven of the City's shortest.

New York is a busy city. At times it can feel big, overwhelming, and scary. To find comfort in those moments, one must only turn to the city’s single-block streets. Tiny, adorable, and packed with history, blocks like Gay Street, College Place, and Hunts Lane are infinitely lovable. Just how long are these precious little alleys? New York took to the streets with a measuring wheel to find out.

Matt Coneybeare

Matt Coneybeare

Editor in Chief

Matt enjoys exploring the City's with his partner and son. He is an avid marathon runner, and spends most of his time eating, running, and working on cool stuff.

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