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Affordable buildings in Upper West Side

The Upper West Side is a vibrant residential area characterized by its historic brownstones and contemporary buildings. It offers excellent access to public transportation, making it easy to commute around the city. With 61+ affordable buildings available, renters have diverse options to explore and consider. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, cultural sites, and green spaces nearby. The average building rating in this neighborhood stands at 3.6 out of 5, based on reviews from 256 rated buildings. As you search for a place to live, take into account the overall building performance and tenant experiences to ensure a suitable choice for your needs. (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Discover affordable buildings in the Upper West Side neighborhood of Manhattan, with a current count of 75+ options available. These buildings qualify as market-relative affordable, meaning their median asking rent is below the neighborhood's median. Openigloo provides valuable insights through tenant reviews, open data related to building conditions, and a detailed Q&A section to help you make informed decisions when searching for your next home.

Affordable buildings in Upper West Side

Showing 19–36 of 75 affordable buildings in Upper West Side.

510 West End Avenue
Good cause

510 West End Avenue

Upper West Side

2 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
49 West 96 Street

49 West 96 Street

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
323 West 96 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

323 West 96 Street

4.2(18)

Upper West Side

3 evictions
24 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
784 Columbus Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

784 Columbus Avenue

3.4(18)

Upper West Side

3 evictions
18 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
304 West 92 Street
Top rated
Good cause

304 West 92 Street

4.4(18)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
12 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
212 West   91 Street
Top rated
Rent-stabilized

212 West 91 Street

4.3(12)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
4 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
203 West 85 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

203 West 85 Street

3.0(11)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
Bedbug history
253 West 72 Street
Top rated
Rent-stabilized

253 West 72 Street

4.3(10)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
41 West 86 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

41 West 86 Street

3.8(9)

Upper West Side

4 evictions
5 open violations
2 litigation cases
Bedbug history
750 Columbus Avenue
Rent-stabilized

750 Columbus Avenue

3.6(9)

Upper West Side

No evictions
47 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
255 West   94 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

255 West 94 Street

4.5(8)

Upper West Side

4 evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
730 Columbus Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

730 Columbus Avenue

3.7(7)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
12 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
788 Columbus Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

788 Columbus Avenue

3.9(7)

Upper West Side

5 evictions
69 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
2785 Broadway
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2785 Broadway

2.5(8)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
9 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
666 West End Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

666 West End Avenue

4.0(8)

Upper West Side

6 evictions
128 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
158 West 84 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

158 West 84 Street

3.0(7)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
336 West 95 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

336 West 95 Street

4.0(8)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
5 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
230 Riverside Drive
Rent-stabilized

230 Riverside Drive

4.3(7)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
34 open violations
6 litigation cases
Bedbug history

What to check before for affordable buildings in Upper West Side

  • Confirm what the building's median asking rent is compared to the neighborhood median.
  • Check for any additional fees or costs beyond rent, such as broker fees or utilities.
  • Verify if the building has any restrictions or special requirements before applying.
  • Understand that 'affordable' does not mean income-restricted; it simply refers to market-relative rents.
  • Look for tenant reviews to learn about the experiences of past and present residents.

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