There are many wonderful things about living on the Upper West Side -- from the wide array of culinary and cultural mainstays that call the Upper West Side home to Central Park and Riverside Park, to a wealth of elegant condominiums -- but perhaps the most notable is this: no Manhattan neighborhood feels more Manhattan-y than the Upper West Side. This neighborhood is the setting of many famous NYC-based films and it's easy to see why thanks to its beautiful tree-lined streets and gorgeous brownstones. This is a large part of what makes Upper West Side condos some of the most sought-after apartment listings in Manhattan.
Owning an apartment on the Upper West Side means you have access to some of the city's most elite restaurants, from iconic fine-dining establishments to famed bagel shops, diners and other informal food joints; it also means that coveted foodie destinations such as Zabar's, Citarella and Fairway are just a short walk away. The only-in-New-York cultural attractions for which the Upper West Side is famous are everywhere, fromLincoln Center and the American Museum of Natural History, to Symphony Space and the Beacon Theater, and there are also many small shops, bookstores, galleries, bars, and coffee shops that dot the tree-lined streets. Apartments close to Central Park and Riverside Park abound. Lincoln Square, a sub-neighborhood in the Upper West Side, also features a great farmer's market that draws a nice crowd. Superb mass transit options ensure that most Upper West Side condominiums are just a short walk from many subways, which in turn puts the rest of Manhattan within easy reach.
The Upper West Side is also home to some of the most striking and desirable apartments for sale in Manhattan. From pre-war condo conversions like The Apthorp to new construction blockbusters, Upper West Side condo listings offer a wide range of living options and a high standard of quality. Ultra-luxury condominium listings such as The Residences at the Mandarin Oriental give the Upper West Side a high-end feel that few Manhattan neighborhoods can match. Thanks to some of the most notable new construction condo listings in Manhattan and the best of what makes Manhattan Manhattan -- from Central Park views to H&H Bagels -- the Upper West Side is a neighborhood like no other.
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The convenience of living in The Laureate on 2150 Broadway is mixed with elegance and modernity. Washers and dryers within your own apartment is coupled with access to a private piano lounge and soundproof music room.
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This truly is the height of NYC luxury. The Ansonia was designed to be New York's most grand apartment hotel, and it certainly lives up to its name. Located at 2109 Broadway, between West 73rd and West 74th Streets, this landmark building is filled with homes that maintain many of their original architectural details, giving residents a true sense of classic NYC charm, without forgoing modern convenience.
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The Belnord is one of the most luxurious residences on the Upper West Side, a neighborhood known for lavish homes and stunning buildings. This classic turn-of-the-century building has been designated a local and national landmark and has been masterfully restored by famed architect Robert A.M. Stern to reflect the best of modern Manhattan while maintaining all of its historical significance and integrity.
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Magnificence at its finest is epitomized by the renown Time Warner Center. This 25 Columbus Circle residence in Manhattan’s Upper West Side is a luxury apartment masterpiece. Endless amenities include turn-down service, 24-hour valet, a deluxe spa and modern fitness center, all exclusively for residential use.
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Set between the rich array of shopping, dining, and cultural venues that line Broadway, north of Columbus Circle, and a spectacularly landscaped new park along the Hudson River, The Aldyn at 60 Riverside Boulevard offers the best of the Upper West Side in Manhattan. The available condos at The Aldyn each showcase the work of a top New York designer, making The Aldyn a hotspot for New York City's Fashion Week. The Aldyn, set in an ideal location and expressing beautiful interiors and exteriors, is ranked high in the New York City condominium listings.
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10 West End avenue offers both the luxury interior of a Manhattan condo and the scenic exterior views of the Upper West Side. This luxury condominium comes with state-of-the-art appliances and elegant furnishings. 10 West End Avenue also boasts a private 50-foot pool as well as a private personal fitness center.
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A block away from Central Park, the Olcott is one of the most desirable luxury condominiums on the Upper West Side. Pre-war and modern designs transform it into a crossroads between time periods, which enhances both its elegance and its top-of-the-line, cutting-edge aesthetic.
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Located on a beautiful, tree-lined Upper West Side street, the Claremont Condominiums offer large studios to 4 bedroom apartments with classic NYC charm. This red-brick building was constructed in 1988 and features a bright lobby, a fitness center, resident garden, laundry room, live-in super and it allows pets. Some of the units even feature their own beautiful private terraces. All of this just a short walk from Central Park.
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New Yorkers searching for a truly unique and exciting luxury building to call home have found it in The Alexandria. This stunning architectural achievement has its own distinctive style that makes it stand out from the rest while still fitting in with the charming Upper West Side aesthetic.
Residents of the spacious apartments at The Alexandria can take advantage of the building's health club that includes a pool, sauna and steam room. There is also a beautiful garden, rooftop deck, laundry room on every floor, maid service, private storage and more.
