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Cinematic elegance with family-friendly charm
The Upper West Side, or UWS, has been filmed and photographed perhaps more than any other neighborhood in Manhattan. From John Lennon and Yoko Ono in the now-immortalized Dakota building to popular sitcoms like “Seinfeld,” the neighborhood has long fascinated the public. But outside of its pop culture references, the UWS maintains a community-centric, unassuming elegance. “The UWS still feels like a neighborhood with people who’ve lived in the city a long time. You get a wonderful diversity of people from all ethnicities, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. Whether it’s professors at Columbia or chefs, it’s a real community,” says Robert Varvara, a top-producing real estate salesperson with Compass. “And to me, it’s the least transient neighborhood in NYC.”
Zabar's Bakery is a New York City institution.
The Dakota is one of the many famous condos in the Upper West Side area.
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Lovingly restored prewar co-ops and ultra-luxe residences
The neighborhood’s wide streets and broad sidewalks are lined with historical landmarks and Revivalist, Art Deco, and Beaux-Arts styles. “There’s a mix of rentals and a lot of well-preserved, prewar co-ops from architects like Emery Roth and Clinton & Russell,” adds Varvara. “You certainly have newer condo developments mixed in, but unlike the rest of NYC, it really blends in with the architecture.” He notes that buyers tend to love the prewar style in the UWS for its grander rooms, floor plans, and original features, but depending on the condition, renovations can be extremely expensive. Condos and co-ops typically range between $700,000 to $3.5 million, but properties with park or river views will cost a premium. Some studio condos can start as low as $400,000, and one-bedroom co-ops in prewar brownstones might list just under $500,000. Newer developments — like the Charlotte, a Passive House Institute-certified building at 470 Columbus Avenue and the newly restored Gothic-style residences at 555 West End Avenue — are priced significantly higher, extending into the $6 to $18 million range. The most coveted properties are those with either park or Hudson River views. Nowadays, inventory with either perk is fairly rare and gets snapped up quickly.
The Charlotte Building is a new development in the Upper West Side.
Art Deco architecture can be seen throughout the Upper West Side.
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A short walk to Central Park and the Hudson River
To the east of the neighborhood lies Central Park West, Manhattan's largest green space. This 843-acre park was designed in the 1850s by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, two of the most notable names in landscape architecture of their time. Upper West Side residents have some of the best access to the park. They can bike past the Central Park Carousel, sail model boats at Conservatory Water or picnic on the Great Lawn before a summer concert. Riverside Park, runs along the western border of the community. This 4-mile-long park includes sports fields, playgrounds and miles of paved trails for exercising along the Hudson River.
Central Park Lake is right next to the Upper West Side to give visitors easy access.
Upper West Side residents can relax and take in the sunset over the Hudson River.
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World-class museums and cultural offerings
From theater and comedy shows at the landmarked Beacon Theatre to Puccini at the nearby Metropolitan Opera, the Upper West Side is famous for its art and cultural offerings. Children and adults alike can spend the day exploring the American Museum of Natural History or stargazing at the Hayden Planetarium. Some families purchase memberships to the Children’s Museum of Manhattan, where kids splash in a huge water table, create their own art and interact with a variety of themed exhibits.
Upper West Side's Beacon Theatre offers many different shows for locals to enjoy.
The Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is on the Upper West Side and is extremely famous.
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Accessible dining, delis, and grocery stores
People don't necessarily move to the Upper West Side for its dining options. “The restaurant scene is not going to be overly expensive or fancy like other parts of Manhattan. It’s much more down to earth and humble,” says Varvara. Popular, old-school Jewish delis include Barney Greengrass and Pastrami Queen. Zabar’s is another neighborhood staple, with a nova salmon counter and freshly baked bagels. The Michelin Guide praises the Singaporean-style offerings at Wau and the modern Greek-style cuisine from Eléa. There are several large grocery stores in the community, including Westside Market NYC, Whole Foods and Fairway, as well as some gourmet and specialty markets, like Citarella. The Shops at Columbus Circle, near the southwestern corner of Central Park, is an indoor mall with Momofuku's Bang Bar and shops such as Swarovski and Williams Sonoma. On Sundays, artisans and antiques dealers bring their wares to the Grand Bazaar NYC, which takes place at corner of West 77th Street and Columbus Avenue.
Fairway is a popular grocery store in the Upper West Side.
City Diner is preferred by locals who need family friendly dining.
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Home to some of the city’s top schools
A number of public schools serve the community's many children. Some kids begin at P.S. 84 Lillian Weber, rated an A on Niche, while others attend A-rated P.S. 87 William Sherman. Middle schoolers can apply to their choice of area schools, including Lafayette Academy, an A-rated French-English dual immersion middle. P.S. 333 Manhattan School for Children scores an A-minus. Frank McCourt High School, which is named after the Pulitzer Prize-winning author, also scores an A-minus. There are several renowned private schools in the neighborhood as well, such as the coed, Episcopal Trinity School, rated an A-plus for its kindergarten through 12th-grade education. With both Columbia University and Barnard College just a few blocks north of the Upper West Side, continued learning opportunities are also nearby.
PS 163 Alfred E Smith is a pre-k-5th grade public school in New York.
Frank McCourt High School - School Murals
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Close to express trains and crosstown buses
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority's 1, 2 and 3 trains move along Broadway, while further east, the A, B, C and D trains make stops along Central Park West. For drivers, the West Side Highway connects to both downtown Manhattan and farther north. A number of buses serve the area, including a few crosstown buses that run from West End Avenue all the way to First Avenue on the east side. LaGuardia Airport is about 8 miles east, and emergency care is available at Mount Sinai Morningside, on the corner of Amsterdam Avenue and West 114th Street.
The 2 and 3 express trains run directly into the Upper West Side.
Access to the B and C local trains are easy in the Upper West Side.
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Holiday events in Manhattan
Though Rockefeller Center and Times Square are more than 1 mile south of the Upper West Side, residents of Manhattan can all expect more traffic around Christmas and New Year's due to the influx of tourism. The Macy's Thanksgiving Day traditionally starts at the corner of Columbus Avenue and West 72nd Street, which is at the southern edge of the community.
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On average, homes in Upper West Side, Manhattan sell after 104 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Upper West Side, Manhattan over the last 12 months is $1,400,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Located in The Hermitage Condominium, this oversized pre-war one-bedroom residence combines timeless charm with modern updates. Spanning approximately 758 square feet, the home features a gracious living room with high ceilings, abundant natural light, and original pre-war details. The newly renovated kitchen is outfitted
Welcome to this sunny and beautifully renovated studio in The Alden, Emery Roth’s iconic pre-war building directly across from Central Park. Quiet and charming, this home blends classic character with modern updates, featuring high-beamed ceilings, brand-new wood floors, and oversized windows that flood the space with natural light. Its efficient layout makes for an airy and comfortable retreat
Perched in a beautiful pre-war building designed by renowned architect Gaetan Ajello, Residence 13D is a corner home that captures the very best of classic Upper West Side living. Expansive windows on two sides fill the apartment with natural light and frame open city views with glimpses of the Hudson River.The thoughtful layout features a spacious living room with a defined dining area
What would you do with 1300 square feet of a serene and sunny terrace? Discover exceptional city slash country living in this stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence with oversized terrace. When you enter this perfectly laid out 1,243 sq. ft condo, you start in the foyer which offers both functionality and a welcoming entrance. It leads to an open, modern kitchen with sleek cabinetry,
Classic Seven grandeur and exceptional architectural details await in this sprawling three-bedroom, three-bathroom residence featuring a convenient home office, thoughtful layout and treetop views in a full-service Upper West Side prewar cooperative.Inside this expansive home of approximately 2,000 square feet, soaring coved ceilings rise above inlaid parquet floors, intricate molding,
Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this beautiful Central Park West Historic District furnished one bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and bright living room. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that New York has to offer! (ID #NYC2010)The advertised rate of $3,180/month is the lowest available price, based on a 1
W 87th Street off CPW "Brand new Fully Furnished" South Garden Apt, in New Renovated Victorian Brownstone. This 2 BR/2BTH is a private enclave in a Quiet Setting with its own Garden. Be the first to occupy this beautifully renovated space with Washer/Dryer, Hi-end Kitchen, King-size Bed/New Full Bths/CAC/Private Entrance/Fully Furnished/Great Location/Flexible Lease/ Immediate Occupancy.
Furnished Upper West 2BR Garden Apt. 1-4month rental) Beautiful apartment in the best part of the Upper West side. Apartment features a large living room, a patio and a lovely garden area. There is also one large bedroom and one small bedroom.As well as the bathroom with a shower.The apartment is very comfortable and comes with all furnishings so it is
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