The document describes a summer project analyzing distance-related variables at the block level in New York City. The project aims to calculate distances from city blocks to various points of interest, such as subway stations, parks, and other amenities, and analyze how these distances impact property values. The methodology uses GIS network analysis to calculate walking distances and Euclidean distances to measure externalities. Distances will be classified into groups for future hedonic modeling. The results can be used as variables to understand how proximity to amenities affects property values.