Upper West Side Real Estate

About Upper West Side

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Nestled between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides an unparalleled connection to nature within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a vibrant culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Borough: Manhattan

Your Upper West Side Expert

Milton Coste was born and raised in the Washington Heights/Inwood area and has been helping buyers and sellers in Upper Manhattan and across NYC for over 25 years. With 1,000+ closed transactions including dozens in Upper West Side, Milton knows every building, every block, and what it takes to navigate NYC's unique co-op and condo market.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Upper West Side Real Estate

Who is the best real estate agent in Upper West Side?

Milton Coste is a top-rated Upper West Side real estate specialist with 25+ years of experience and 1,000+ closed transactions in NYC. Born and raised in the Washington Heights area, Milton has deep local knowledge of Upper West Side's co-ops, condos, and market trends. He's bilingual (English/Spanish) and has a 5-star rating on both Google and Zillow. Contact: (917) 416-7433 or [email protected].

What are Upper West Side apartment prices in 2026?

Upper West Side real estate prices vary by property type. As of January 2026, co-op studios typically start around $250,000-$400,000, 1-bedrooms range from $350,000-$600,000, and 2-bedrooms from $450,000-$800,000. Condos command a premium of 20-40% over co-ops. Milton Coste tracks Upper West Side prices daily and can provide a detailed market analysis for your specific needs.

What is the process for buying a co-op in Upper West Side?

Buying a co-op in Upper West Side involves several steps: getting pre-approved for financing, searching for properties, making an offer, preparing a board package (financial documents, reference letters, personal statement), and passing the co-op board interview. The process typically takes 60-90 days from accepted offer to closing. Milton Coste guides buyers through each step and has helped over 1,000 clients navigate NYC's co-op and condo market.

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Current Inventory Snapshot

Live from REBNY/RLS • Feb 24, 2026

There are currently 466 properties actively listed for sale, with 357 already under contract. The median asking price is $1.92M ($1,604/sqft). Properties are spending an average of N/A days on market, and 28.0% of listings have had price reductions.

Inventory & Activity

Active Listings

466

for sale

Total number of properties currently for sale in this neighborhood

Pending Sales

357

under contract

Properties under contract awaiting closing

New This Week

last 7 days

Properties listed in the last 7 days

New This Month

last 30 days

Properties listed in the last 30 days

Avg Days on Market

N/A

days avg

Average number of days properties have been listed. Lower = faster market

Price Cut Rate

28.0%

70 listings

Percentage of active listings with price reductions. Higher = more negotiable market

Asking Prices

Median Asking Price

$1.92M

all types

The middle price point of all active listings - half are priced above, half below

Average Asking Price

$3.26M

all types

Mean listing price of all active properties (can be skewed by outliers)

Median $/Sqft

$1,604

per sqft

Median price per square foot - useful for comparing properties of different sizes

Median Condo Price

$2.70M

116 condos

Median asking price for condominium units only

Median Co-op Price

$1.13M

117 co-ops

Median asking price for co-operative units only

Property Mix

Distribution of 466 active listings (based on 250 sample)

Condo 46% (116) Co-op 47% (117) Condop 1% (2)

Building Types:

Apartments: 228 Single Family: 11 Multi-Family: 11

Recent Sales

Sold (30 Days)

last 30 days

Number of properties that closed in the last 30 days

Sold (90 Days)

196

last 90 days

Number of properties that closed in the last 90 days

Median Sale Price

$1.67M

closed sales

Median closing price of recently sold properties (last 90 days)

Avg Sale Price

$2.65M

closed sales

Average closing price of recently sold properties

Sale-to-List Ratio

99.9%

of asking

Average sale price as % of listing price. Above 100% = selling over asking

Browse by Property Type

Co-ops (20) Condos (24) Houses (3) Multi-Family (1)

Buildings in Upper West Side

212 93RD Street

3 listings available

1 Central Park

3 listings available

2109 BROADWAY

2 listings available

27 82nd Street

1 listing available

160 End Avenue

1 listing available

229 97th Street

1 listing available

Upper West Side Market Analysis & Trends

Based on StreetEasy data through December 2025

Buyer's Market

Upper West Side is currently a Buyer's Market. The median sale price is $1.15M, which has increased 0.08% compared to last year. Properties typically spend 97.5 days on market before selling. For renters, the median asking rent is $3,100, down 0.03% year-over-year. With days on market exceeding 90 days and a sale-to-list ratio below 0.98, purchasers currently hold significant negotiation leverage.

Key Market Metrics

Median Sale Price

$1.15M

+0.1% YoY

Median Rent

$3,100

-0.0% YoY

Days on Market

97.5

Slightly increasing from 91.5 in mid-2025

Price/Sqft

$1,629/sqft

Parity with Manhattan median sales price of $1.14M

With days on market exceeding 90 days and a sale-to-list ratio below 0.98, purchasers currently hold significant negotiation leverage.

Market Note: The market showed moderate pricing stability throughout 2025 despite rising inventory in the sub-million dollar segment.

Rental Market

Studio

$2,100

1 Bedroom

$2,900

2 Bedroom

$4,400

3+ Bedroom

$7,950

Transportation

Subway Lines

1 2 3 A B C D

Stations

59 St-Columbus Circle, 72 St, 86 St, 96 St

Commute Times

Midtown: 10-15 minutes

Wall Street: 25-30 minutes

Ongoing accessibility upgrades at the 86th and 96th Street stations (Source: MTA)....

Neighborhood Amenities

Parks

Central Park
Riverside Park

Hospitals

Mount Sinai Morningside
Mount Sinai West

Shopping

Zabar's
Trader Joe's
Columbus Circle Shops

Cultural

Lincoln Center
American Museum of Natural History
Beacon Theatre

Building Stock & Co-op Info

Predominant Type

Pre-war Mid-rise and High-rise Co-ops

Co-op vs Condo

The market remains heavily weighted toward cooperatives, though new high-end condominiums are increasing along the 60s and 70s corridors.

Typical Co-op Requirements

Down: Minimum 20%, often 25-50% in premier buildings
DTI: Typically 25% to 28%
Liquidity: Often 1-2 years of post-closing carrying costs
Credit: 720+ preferred

Investment Analysis

Outlook: Stable

Buyer Strategy

Negotiate aggressively on co-ops with high maintenance fees.

Renter Strategy

Seek units in smaller walk-up buildings for the best value per square foot.

Investor Strategy

Focus on 1-bedroom condos near Lincoln Center for consistent high rental yield.

Schools

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Safety

Current statistics available at nyc.gov/nypd CompStat

Milton Coste supports the Fair Housing Act and Equal Opportunity Act. All data provided for informational purposes only. Verify all data independently.

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Helpful Resources for Upper West Side Buyers

NYC Buyer's Guide

Step-by-step buying process

Buyer Presentation

What to expect working with Milton

NYC Real Estate FAQ

Common questions answered

HDFC Co-ops: Complete Guide

Income limits, resale caps, and how to qualify for affordable co-ops.

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About Upper West Side

Your Upper West Side Expert

Frequently Asked Questions: Upper West Side Real Estate

What Clients Say

Current Inventory Snapshot

Inventory & Activity

Asking Prices

Property Mix

Recent Sales

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Buildings in Upper West Side

Properties for Sale

27 W 82nd Street #2B

160 W End Avenue #26U

229 W 97th Street #5E

235 W 75th Street #507

311 W 97th Street #1W

205 W 89TH Street #6RS

504-510 W 110th Street #3A

186 W 80TH Street #6H

2505 BROADWAY #PENTHOUSE

240 W 102ND Street #15

225 W 86TH Street #407

145 W 80TH Street #4R

132 W 80TH Street #4R

130 W 80TH Street #5R

134 W 80TH Street #PARLOR

41 W 96TH Street #1B

263 W 93RD Street

27 W 72nd Street #1410

165 W End Avenue #28J

885 W End Avenue #8A

218 W 103rd Street #3C

10 W End Avenue #4/J

170 W End Avenue #12C

230 Central Park #14I

308 W 97th Street #53

212 W 93RD Street #11

212 W 93RD Street #12THFLOOR

595 W END Avenue #14

43 W 61st Street #18J

212 W 93RD Street #6A

40 W 77TH Street #16B

16 W 77th Street #5E

1 W End Avenue #22B

140 W 69th Street #45C

272 W 107TH Street #10A

41 W 72nd Street #6E

555 W 59th Street #25E

2109 BROADWAY #979

720 W END Avenue #8C

2109 BROADWAY #13129

33 Riverside Drive #13AB

51 W 73rd Street

321 W 77th Street

255 W 70th Street

15 W 72nd Street #10H

1 Central Park #32-F

1 Central Park #808

1 Central Park #1020

Upper West Side Market Analysis & Trends

Key Market Metrics

Rental Market

Transportation

Neighborhood Amenities

Building Stock & Co-op Info

Investment Analysis

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Helpful Resources for Upper West Side Buyers

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