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Upper East Side area with refined taste and neighborly charm
Though its name is relatively new and little known, Metropolitan Hill occupies a quintessential slice of the city, from 77th to 86th Streets north to south and Central Park to Third Avenue east to west. The world-renowned Metropolitan Museum of Art grounds the area’s west side, hence the name. Even with one of the city’s biggest attractions, the neighborhood has maintained its old-school character. Intimate side streets, ornate architecture, family-owned eateries and distinguished schools represent residents’ taste for laid-back luxury.
Locals and tourists take in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Classic pre-war apartments showcasing Metropolitan Hill's rich history.
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Ritzy buildings and luxury living
Buyers can find a vast assortment of architecture in Metropolitan Hill. Various revivalist-style rowhouses and Italianate brownstones line lush side streets. In the neighborhood’s most prestigious area, The Metropolitan Museum Historic District, stately Beaux-Arts mansions are tucked between luxury, limestone high-rises, like the co-op at 1020 Fifth Avenue, which was designed by the same architects as Grand Central Terminal. With such a historical legacy, buyers expect to pay millions for their homes, especially along Central Park and the avenues. Studio and one-bedroom units in co-ops start as low as $350,000 but reach about $2 million. Larger co-op units can list for $1 million or soar into the tens of millions. Studios or one-bedrooms in luxury, white-glove condos have a higher entry point of $1.3 million, while two-bedroom units approach $6 million. Large units and penthouses have grand asking prices, ranging from $6 million to $35 million.
Metropolitan Hill has charming rows of townhouses with classic brownstone.
Limestone high rise co-ops are found along Fifth Avenue in Metropolitan Hill.
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Proximity to famous art museums
Compared to other Manhattanites, UES residents have unparalleled access to the arts. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, with its 2.2 million square feet of artwork, anchors the southernmost part of Museum Mile. In less than a 10-minute walk, residents can reach the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, known for its unique spiral ramp designed by architect Frank Llloyd Wright.
Metropolitan Hill is named after the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
The Guggenheim Museum near Metropolitan Hill is known for its unique spiral ramp.
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Moments from Central Park attractions
With Central Park at their doorstep, Metropolitan Hill residents have access to 843 acres of green space. Active parts like The Great Lawn and The Ramble offer recreational fields and winding wooded trails. The Central Park Zoo, Shakespeare Garden, and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir are close by too.
Soak up some sun on the Great Lawn in Central Park.
Central Park's Zoo is a great place to check out with the kids.
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Locals frequent old-school establishments
In Metropolitan Hill, the more worn the leather booth, the more beloved a restaurant is by locals. A handful of storied, family-owned restaurants have served the neighborhood for decades. Mainstays include Pastrami Queen, a must-visit Jewish deli, and JG Melon, a cash-only pub famous for its burgers. The locally-owned Picky Barista keeps with the area’s charm and old-world vibe. Residents can also get groceries along the commercial avenues at larger chains, like Whole Foods or Morton Williams, or smaller markets, like Eli’s or Citarella Gourmet.
Pastrami sandwiches are the best in the city and Patrami Queen nearby Metropolitan Hill.
Gourmet supermarket Citarella is a regular option for food near Metropolitan Hill.
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Top-tier public and private schools
Families flock to the UES for its wealth of highly-rated public and private schools. Young learners can attend elementary school at the A-rated P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake and continue on to the A-rated East Side Middle School. One of the highest-ranked public high schools in New York, Eleanor Roosevelt High School, earns an A+ rating from Niche and has a 100 percent graduation rate. Elite, nationally renowned, K-12 private institutions in neighboring Carnegie Hill include all-girls Spence School and co-ed Dalton School.
Upper East Side's P.S. 6 Lillie D Blake fosters a love for learning.
Established in 1919, The Dalton School's enrollment is approximately 1300 students.
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Four modes of transportation
Two subway stations along Lexington Avenue flank the neighborhood: the 6 train at 77th Street and the 4, 5 and 6 trains at 86th Street. Over 10 bus lines service the area, heading in all directions. To cut through the park to the Upper West Side, residents hop on the crosstown M79 or M86 express bus. Taxis and Citi bikes are also readily available along the avenues.
The 6 train stops at 77th street near Metropolitan Hill.
The Second Avenue line runs near to Metropolitan Hill.
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Parks in this Area
Great Lawn
Picnic Area
Trails
Events
Samuel Seabury Playground
Basketball
Playground
Events
Ruppert Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Central Park
Abraham and Joseph Spector Playground
Playground
Ancient Playground
Transit
Airport
Laguardia
19 min drive
Subway
77 Street (4,6 Line)
Subway
86 Street (4,5,6 Line)
Bus
Madison Av & E 79 St
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Lexington Av & E 86 St
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Lexington Av & E 79 St
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Madison Av & E 77 St
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Lexington Av & E 83 St
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Madison Av & E 83 St
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E 79 St & 3 Av
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Metropolitan Hill
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Metropolitan Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Metropolitan Hill, Manhattan sell after 143 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Metropolitan Hill, Manhattan over the last 12 months is $2,275,000, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Quiet, Fully Renovated One-Bedroom in Prime UES Location Welcome to Apartment 1B at 179 East 79th Street. 1B is a meticulously renovated, ultra-quiet one-bedroom residence featuring soundproof windows, central air, and high-end finishes throughout. This move-in-ready home offers a new electrical wiring, updated plumbing, and a discreet, pin drop - quiet central air conditioning unit.
Timeless Elegance in a Historic Mansion- Just Off Fifth AvenueSituated within a distinguished pre-war mansion just off Fifth Avenue, this impeccably renovated one-bedroom, one-bath residence offers an exceptional blend of classic architecture and modern refinement. Located on one of Manhattan’s most picturesque, tree-lined townhouse blocks, this boutique cooperative, originally built in
Located just off Fifth Avenue on one of the most architecturally significant blocks in Manhattan, the quadruplex residence at 2 East 80th Street occupies the top levels of a distinguished mansion originally built in 1911. One of only three residences in the building, this 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom, 2-powder-room home offers a rare blend of historic craftsmanship and modern livability.Spanning
A sprawling and elegant Madison Avenue residence, located in one of Manhattan's premier white glove co-ops. This two-bedroom, convertible three home boasts massive rooms with impressive dimensions, all of which receive excellent natural light. A grand foyer leads you into the home's expansive living room with park views. Enter the formal dining room with double exposures, which could easily
A Grand Duplex Designed for Sophisticated Living and Entertaining. Perfectly positioned on one of the most coveted stretches of Park Avenue, this exquisite six-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom duplex is the epitome of timeless elegance, modern refinement, and gracious entertaining. Located in a white-glove prewar cooperative, this residence offers voluminous proportions, impeccable
Step into timeless elegance at 975 Park Avenue, Unit 1C/D, a rare pre-war gem offering the chance to create your dream home in the heart of the Upper East Side. Perfectly poised just two blocks from Central Park, this exceptional first-floor residence is a blank canvas awaiting your creative vision. With soaring ceilings, original mahogany wood floors and doors, and a stately private entrance on
Available for lease, 185 East 85th Street, Suite 3, located on the Upper East Side between Lexington and Third Avenues, is a ground floor space ideal for a variety of medical practices. The layout of approximately 638 RSF features two offices, a file/storage area, waiting and reception areas, and a restroom.185 East 85th Street is easily accessible by public transportation via the 4, 5,
Sun-drenched and pin-drop quiet mid-block residence at the Belgravia Condo, fully-furnished and ready for immediate move-in, just bring your suitcase! All windows face south with open skyline views and onto the landscaped townhouse gardens across the street. Residence 6B features a large L-shaped, smartly decorated living and dining room area with built-in shelving, an entertainment system, and a
Luxury Living on Madison Avenue with Iconic ViewsLocated in the heart of the Upper East Side, Apartment 14B at 1080 Madison Avenue offers a rare opportunity to live on one of Manhattan's most prestigious avenues. This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom residence pairs elegant design with an unmatched location just steps from Central Park, Museum Mile, and the city's finest dining and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
13,968
Median Age
48
Population Density
123 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$148,347
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$174,050
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
College Graduates
85.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
53.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.5%
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®
81/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
98/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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