--- title: "Upper West Side Neighborhood Advisory & Market Dossier" description: "Coops & Townhouses — 2% Money Back" url: "https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/upper-west-side" source: "Real Estate Rebate Team" --- Real Estate Rebate Team Licensed Broker NY & NJ · License: 10491211335 NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY # Upper West Side Manhattan · New York City The Upper West Side (UWS) is the intellectual and cultural counterpoint to the East Side. Sandwiched between Central Park and Riverside Park, it is known for its brownstones, protected historic districts, and artistic... [View Listings](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/#listings)[Schedule a Private Consultation](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#9af3f4fcf5dae8fffbf6b7ffe9eefbeeffb7e8fff8fbeeffb4f9f5f7) Private guidance on property type, pricing, building quality, monthly costs, and eligible Buyer Advantage opportunities. CURRENT INVENTORY ## Homes for Sale in Upper West Side Browse current Upper West Side listings, including condos, co-ops, luxury residences, and select townhouse-style properties. [View All 594 Upper West Side Listings→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/upper-west-side-manhattan) [Residential  Upper West Side, Manhattan ### 25 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10023 8 Beds · 9 Baths · 12,000 sqft$65,000,000Estimated Buyer Advantage$1,625,000*Courtesy of Nest Seekers LLC](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10023/25-riverside-drive-ny-10023)[Residential  Upper West Side, Manhattan ### 55 Central Park #PH19/20, New York, NY 10023 4 Beds · 5 Baths$37,000,000Estimated Buyer Advantage$925,000*Courtesy of Compass](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10023/55-central-park-ph1920-PH1920-ny-10023)[New DevelopmentResidential  Upper West Side, Manhattan ### 349 West 86TH Street, New York, NY 10024 7 Beds · 8 Baths · 12,375 sqft$29,750,000Estimated Buyer Advantage$743,750*Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/new-developments/newyorkcity/manhattan/10024/349-west-86th-street-ny-10024)[New DevelopmentResidential  Upper West Side, Manhattan ### 211 West 84th Street #PHB, New York, NY 10024 6 Beds · 7 Baths · 6,205 sqft$28,750,000Estimated Buyer Advantage$718,750*Courtesy of Compass](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10024/211-west-84th-street-phb-PHB-ny-10024)[New DevelopmentResidential  Upper West Side, Manhattan ### 211 West 84th Street #PHWEST, New York, NY 10024 5 Beds · 5 Baths · 4,853 sqft$26,880,000Estimated Buyer Advantage$672,000*Courtesy of Compass](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10024/211-west-84th-street-phwest-PHWEST-ny-10024)[Residential  Upper West Side, Manhattan ### 211 CENTRAL Park #PH21/22E, New York, NY 10024 4 Beds · 5 Baths$23,950,000Estimated Buyer Advantage$598,750*Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10024/211-central-park-ph2122e-PH2122E-ny-10024) PROFILE GUIDE ## Neighborhood Overview ### Overview of Upper West Side **The Upper West Side** (UWS) is the intellectual and cultural counterpoint to the East Side. Sandwiched between Central Park and Riverside Park, it is known for its brownstones, protected historic districts, and artistic legacy. For buyers seeking **Upper West Side Manhattan real estate**, it offers a relaxed, leafy, and quintessentially "New York" vibe. Living in the **Upper West Side** feels like living in a movie. The streets are wide and lined with trees. As a beloved **Manhattan NYC neighborhood**, it attracts writers, actors, and families who value space, parks, and Zabar's. ### Real Estate & Housing Market The market for **homes for sale in the Upper West Side** is robust. It is famous for its pre-war co-ops along Central Park West and Riverside Drive, and its miles of brownstone blocks in between. Newer condos have risen in the low 60s and along Columbus Avenue. It is a high-demand market because the housing stock is beautiful and protected. You can't build skyscrapers on the brownstone side streets, preserving the light and character. ### Lifestyle & Community The lifestyle on the **UWS** is casual and community-focused. Neighbors stop to chat at the Sunday landscaped market or while walking dogs in Riverside Park. It feels less formal than the East Side. Cultural institutions like Lincoln Center and the Museum of Natural History anchor the community, infusing it with art and science. ### Transportation & Accessibility **The Upper West Side** is served by the 1/2/3 and B/C trains. The express 2/3 makes getting to Times Square or Wall Street incredibly fast. The West Side Highway provides easy car access for escapes to the Catskills or Jersey. ### Parks, Schools & Amenities You are never more than two blocks from a park. **Riverside Park** offers sunsets over the Hudson, while Central Park offers the Great Lawn and the Reservoir. Amenities are iconic: Zabar's, Fairway, Barney Greengrass. The food culture here is legendary. Schools are excellent, contributing to its reputation as a family haven. ### Who This Neighborhood Is Best For The Upper West Side is best for families, dog owners, and creatives who want a beautiful, green, and relaxed neighborhood with deep cultural roots. Active Listings594 Profiled Buildings460 Property TypesCondos · Co-ops · Luxury Towers Buyer AdvantageAvailable Where Eligible FEATURED BUILDINGS ## Buildings in Upper West Side Review profiled Upper West Side buildings, current availability, starting prices, and eligible Buyer Advantage opportunities. [View All 460 Buildings→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings?cityRegion=Manhattan) [1 Active Residence](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/455-central-park)New York City[### 455 Central Park](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/455-central-park) Manhattan · Condominium · Built 2002 From $15,000,000 Estimated Buyer AdvantageUp to $375,000 at Closing [Schedule A Consultation](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#731a1d151c330116121f5e1600071207165e0116111207165d101c1e)[View Building→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/455-central-park) [1 Active Residence](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/27-west-72nd-street)New York City[### 27 West 72nd Street](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/27-west-72nd-street) Manhattan · Condominium · Built 1925 From $11,150,000 Estimated Buyer AdvantageUp to $278,750 at Closing [Schedule A Consultation](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#4a23242c250a382f2b26672f393e2b3e2f67382f282b3e2f64292527)[View Building→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/27-west-72nd-street) [1 Active Residence](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/334-riverside-drive)New York City[### 334 RIVERSIDE Drive](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/334-riverside-drive) Manhattan · None · Built 1915 From $9,150,000 Estimated Buyer AdvantageUp to $228,750 at Closing [Schedule A Consultation](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#4b22252d240b392e2a27662e383f2a3f2e66392e292a3f2e65282426)[View Building→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/334-riverside-drive) [2 Active Residences](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/15-west-81-saint-tenants)New York City[### 15 West 81 Saint Tenants](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/15-west-81-saint-tenants) Manhattan · Stock Cooperative · Built 1930 From $2,250,000 Estimated Buyer AdvantageUp to $197,500 at Closing [Schedule A Consultation](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#6801060e07281a0d0904450d1b1c091c0d451a0d0a091c0d460b0705)[View Building→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/15-west-81-saint-tenants) [1 Active Residence](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/120-west-87th-street)New York City[### 120 West 87TH Street](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/120-west-87th-street) Manhattan · None · Built 1901 From $6,850,000 Estimated Buyer AdvantageUp to $171,250 at Closing [Schedule A Consultation](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#01686f676e417364606d2c6472756075642c7364636075642f626e6c)[View Building→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/120-west-87th-street) [1 Active Residence](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/313-west-102nd-street)New York City[### 313 West 102nd Street](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/313-west-102nd-street) Manhattan · None · Built 1921 From $6,750,000 Estimated Buyer AdvantageUp to $168,750 at Closing [Schedule A Consultation](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#bad3d4dcd5fac8dfdbd697dfc9cedbcedf97c8dfd8dbcedf94d9d5d7)[View Building→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/313-west-102nd-street) BUYER ADVISORY ## What to Review Before Buying in Upper West Side Before making an offer, buyers should evaluate property type, building quality, monthly carrying costs, pricing context, resale positioning, and eligible Buyer Advantage opportunities. ### Property Type Compare condos, co-ops, resales, new developments, and select townhouse-style properties, including ownership structure, approval process, and financing considerations. ### Building Quality Review building age, amenities, management, monthly charges, assessments, financial health where available, and long-term resale positioning. ### Pricing Context Evaluate current inventory, recent sales, building-by-building competition, price-per-square-foot, buyer demand, and negotiation leverage. ### Closing Strategy Review closing costs, lender requirements, board or sponsor terms, contract considerations, and eligible Buyer Advantage opportunities before committing. GEOGRAPHIC LAYOUT ## Location & Points of Interest EXPLORE NEIGHBORING REGIONS ## Nearby Neighborhoods [Manhattan ### Central Park Explore Neighborhood→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/central-park)[Manhattan ### Upper East Side Explore Neighborhood→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/upper-east-side)[Manhattan ### Morningside Heights Explore Neighborhood→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/morningside-heights)[Manhattan ### Hells Kitchen Explore Neighborhood→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/hells-kitchen)[Manhattan ### Theater District Explore Neighborhood→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/theater-district)[Manhattan ### East Harlem Explore Neighborhood→](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/east-harlem) BUYER FAQ ## Upper West Side Frequently Asked Questions Is it expensive? Yes, comparable to the East Side, but with a premium on brownstones and park views. Which is better: UES or UWS? It's a lifestyle choice. UWS is generally considered more relaxed, artistic, and casual. UES is more formal and polished. Is it safe? Yes, it is very safe and residential. What is Zabar's? A famous gourmet epicurean emporium on Broadway known for its bagels, lox, and coffee. Are the schools good? Yes, the public schools (like PS 87 and PS 199) are among the highest-ranked in the city. Is it hilly? Some parts, especially near the parks, have gentle slopes, but it's generally easy to walk. How is the commute? Excellent via the 2/3 express train. PRIVATE BUYER ADVISORY ## Considering a Home in Upper West Side? Get private guidance before you search, tour, negotiate, or submit an offer. 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