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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 37–54 of 75 affordable buildings in Upper West Side.

310 W 95 St
Good cause

310 W 95 St

4.3(7)

Upper West Side

No evictions
5 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
792 Columbus Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

792 Columbus Avenue

4.0(6)

Upper West Side

3 evictions
50 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
50 West 77 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

50 West 77 Street

4.5(6)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
21 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
55 West 92 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

55 West 92 Street

3.6(6)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
235 West 102 Street
Rent-stabilized

235 West 102 Street

4.5(6)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
70 open violations
4 litigation cases
Bedbug history
210 West 89 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

210 West 89 Street

4.3(5)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
310 West 80 Street
Good cause

310 West 80 Street

4.7(5)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
247 West 87 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

247 West 87 Street

4.6(5)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
No open violations
1 litigation case
Bedbug history
324 W 84 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

324 W 84 St

4.2(5)

Upper West Side

3 evictions
9 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
67 West   73 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

67 West 73 Street

3.3(5)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
50 West 93 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

50 West 93 Street

3.9(5)

Upper West Side

3 evictions
7 open violations
4 litigation cases
No bedbug history
308 W 82 St
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

308 W 82 St

2.9(5)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
118 West 83 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

118 West 83 Street

2.6(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
145 West 96 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

145 West 96 Street

3.3(4)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
85 open violations
5 litigation cases
Bedbug history
206 West 99 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

206 West 99 Street

4.2(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
102 West 79 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

102 West 79 Street

3.0(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
39 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
370 Central Park West

370 Central Park West

3.9(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
14 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
329 West 101 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

329 West 101 Street

4.1(4)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
7 open violations
2 litigation cases
No 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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