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Lincoln Square

Lincoln Square

$1,778,068 Average Value
$2,044 Average Price per Sq Ft
379 Homes For Sale

Connected cosmopolitan living and world-class culture

Located just south of the Upper West Side, the centrally located Lincoln Square offers residents a blend of world-class culture, urban residential living steps from Central Park and swift access to uptown and downtown Manhattan. “It has the neighborhood appeal of the Upper West Side but it has more of a metropolitan feeling compared to the rest of the area,” says Emily Lundell, an associate broker with Compass who has worked in the area since 2007. “It’s residential but still sophisticated and connected to the rest of the city’s theater and entertainment.”

The Shops at Columbus Circle are a popular retail hub.
The Shops at Columbus Circle are a popular retail hub.
Public plazas offer seating in Lincoln Square.
Public plazas offer seating in Lincoln Square.
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Lincoln Center and fine dining destinations

Lincoln Square’s namesake is Lincoln Center, a complex of resident arts organizations that include The Metropolitan Opera, New York Philharmonic, New York City Ballet, the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and Film at Lincoln Center. In addition to ticketed premiere music, theater and dance performances, the center hosts a robust calendar of free programming year round. The Shops at Columbus Circle are a destination for high-end shopping and fine dining, and the top-ranked Tatiana is in Lincoln Center. Casual meals can be had at the bustling The Smith, Friedman’s, which specializes in gluten-free cuisine and area stalwart P.J. Clarke’s. An Apple Store is located here and a 13-screen multiplex screens new releases. For indoor exercise, there is rock-climbing at Central Rock Gym and two Equinox fitness clubs. Grocery stores include Whole Foods and Brooklyn Fare, and the year-round Tucker Square Greenmarket.

The Lincoln Center is a world-class performing arts center in Lincoln Square.
The Lincoln Center is a world-class performing arts center in Lincoln Square.
Friends and family enjoy meals at The Smith in Lincoln Square.
Friends and family enjoy meals at The Smith in Lincoln Square.
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Ornate townhouses, pre-war co-ops and luxury towers

The architecture in this pocket of the city is a blend of 18th- and 19th- century townhouses, fabulously opulent brick and beaux-arts-style mid-rise condominiums and co-ops and full-service modern residential towers. The West 67th Street Artists’ Colony Historic District is a block of residential buildings developed at the turn of the 19th century for creatives. Pre-war co-ops are typically listed for between $500,000 and $2 million; condo prices range between $1 and $5 million, and ultra luxury residences such as the Tower at 50 W. 66th have asking prices in the tens of millions of dollars. As a general rule, prices decline at the far west side of the neighborhood.

Lincoln Square's historic district is home to prominent artists in the neighborhood.
Lincoln Square's historic district is home to prominent artists in the neighborhood.
Lincoln Square has luxury high rise residential buildings lining its' streets.
Lincoln Square has luxury high rise residential buildings lining its' streets.
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Sprawling green space on either side

The east side of Lincoln Square borders Central Park, making notable features of the green space such as the Central Park Carousel, Sheep Meadow, playgrounds and Wollman Rink a short walk away. At the western edge of the neighborhood is Riverside Park South, home to volleyball courts, running and biking paths and a dog run. The area’s American Folk Art Museum showcases the work of self-taught artists.

The east side of Lincoln Square borders Central Park.
The east side of Lincoln Square borders Central Park.
At the western edge of the Lincoln Square is Riverside Park South.
At the western edge of the Lincoln Square is Riverside Park South.
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An abundance of arts education options

Education options include public and private schools, many of which offer strong arts programs. The rigorous public Special Music School enrolls kindergarten through Grade 12 and receives an A rating from Niche. Public school LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts receives and A+ rating, and the private Professional Children’s School for grades six through 12 is rated A+.

Iorello H. LaGuardia High School has premier arts education in Lincoln Square.
Iorello H. LaGuardia High School has premier arts education in Lincoln Square.
Riverside School of Makers and Artists educates in creativity and innovation in Lincoln Square.
Riverside School of Makers and Artists educates in creativity and innovation in Lincoln Square.
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Lincoln Center events and Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Lincoln Center hosts special events and seasonal programming such as Midsummer Night Swing and Summer in the City, and Columbus Circle serves as a key point along the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade route.

The fountain at Lincoln Center is an iconic water feature in the heart of Lincoln Square.
The fountain at Lincoln Center is an iconic water feature in the heart of Lincoln Square.
Columbus Circle is an iconic intersection and transportation hub right next to Lincoln Square.
Columbus Circle is an iconic intersection and transportation hub right next to Lincoln Square.
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Easy transit via train or car

Travel to other parts of the city is easy and quick. Local and express subways can be accessed in the north, south and central parts of the neighborhood, including the busy hub of Columbus Circle. Along the Hudson River, the West Side Highway provides connection to points north and south, upstate and in the outer boroughs.

Local and express subways can be accessed at the busy hub of Columbus Circle.
Local and express subways can be accessed at the busy hub of Columbus Circle.
the West Side Highway provides connection to points north and south.
the West Side Highway provides connection to points north and south.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Laguardia

18 min drive

Subway

72 Street (A,B,C Line)

Subway

66 Street-Lincoln Center

Bus

West End Av & W 61 St

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Central Pk W & W 70 St

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Columbus Av & W 61 St

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Columbus Av & W 69 St

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Broadway & W 66 St

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Amsterdam Av & W 62 St

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Central Pk W & W 68 St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Lincoln Square US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Lincoln Square Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,600,000
Median Sale Price
$1,375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,795,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$9,950,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,995,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
705
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$2,044

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
7,377
Number of Homes for Sale
379
Median Year Built
1981
Months of Supply
6.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,601
Below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,298
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,345
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
792
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
510
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Sep 13
    11am - 1pm

    165 W End Ave Unit 18M, New York, NY 10023

    $1,375,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 165 W End Ave
    • Unit 18M
    • New 10 days ago

    Spacious and Sunny 2BR/2BA Corner Unit with Private Balcony & Panoramic City ViewsPerched on the 18th floor of 165 West End Avenue, this light-filled, corner two-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers sweeping Eastern & Southern exposures with breathtaking city skyline views. A quiet oasis in the sky.The expansive living and dining area is bathed in natural light from four oversized

    Agent Photo
    Danielle Wiedemann
    Sothebys International Realty
    (866) 901-6279
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  • Sunday, Sep 14
    11am - 12pm

    25 W 64th St Unit 7D, New York, NY 10023

    $465,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 25 W 64th St
    • Unit 7D

    LESS THAN A BLOCK FROM CENTRAL PARK WITH CHARMING PREWAR DETAILSNestled on a tree-lined street, less than a block from both Central Park and Lincoln Center one-bedroom in a beautifully maintained, prewar elevator co-op, offering charming architectural details including beamed ceilings, built-ins, and diagonal herringbone hardwood floors. The spacious living room provides a warm and inviting

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    Philip Hordijk
    Leven Real Estate
    (888) 486-7573
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  • Sunday, Sep 14
    1 - 2pm

    118 W 72nd St Unit 204, New York, NY 10023

    $375,000

    • 1 Bath
    • 118 W 72nd St
    • Unit 204
    • New 9 days ago

    Bask in the best of Upper West Side living in this beautifully appointed studio home featuring gorgeous built-ins, generous storage and an unbeatable location just over a block from Central Park.Facing the quiet rear of the building, this charming co-op welcomes you home with beautiful hardwood floors, tall beamed ceilings, and treetop views through oversized windows facing south and

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    Dylan Hoffman
    Compass
    (877) 735-7842
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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Condo Buildings

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
56,434
Median Age
43
Population Density
191 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$130,830
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$160,587

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.7%
College Graduates
82.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
47.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
18''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

85 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Rider's Paradise

Transit Score®

100 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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