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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 55–72 of 75 affordable buildings in Upper West Side.

102 West 80 Street
Rent-stabilized

102 West 80 Street

2.5(4)

Upper West Side

No evictions
33 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
255 West 93 Street
Good cause

255 West 93 Street

3.7(3)

Upper West Side

No evictions
10 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
50 West 90 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

50 West 90 Street

3.7(3)

Upper West Side

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
100 West   87 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

100 West 87 Street

4.6(3)

Upper West Side

2 evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
200 Riverside Drive
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

200 Riverside Drive

4.1(3)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
151 West 82 Street
Good cause

151 West 82 Street

2.9(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
101 West 86 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

101 West 86 Street

4.6(2)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
2647 Broadway
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

2647 Broadway

2.3(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
168 open violations
5 litigation cases
No bedbug history
318 West 106 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

318 West 106 Street

2.9(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
11 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
351 Amsterdam Avenue
Good cause

351 Amsterdam Avenue

4.4(2)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
786 Amsterdam Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

786 Amsterdam Avenue

4.2(2)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
293 Central Park West
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

293 Central Park West

3.7(2)

Upper West Side

1 eviction
3 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
775 Columbus Avenue
Rent-stabilized

775 Columbus Avenue

5.0(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
46 West 87 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

46 West 87 Street

3.4(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
9 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
722 Amsterdam Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

722 Amsterdam Avenue

1.4(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
2 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
62 West 85 Street

62 West 85 Street

5.0(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
304 West 75 Street
Rent-stabilized

304 West 75 Street

4.4(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
40 West 85 Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

40 West 85 Street

2.9(1)

Upper West Side

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
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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