Welcome to 120 West 86th Street a bright, charming one-bedroom in the heart of the Upper West Side that offers prewar character with modern comfort. As soon as you walk in, you'll feel the warmth of natural light through oversized windows, highlighting the hardwood floors and high ceilings throughout. The layout is smart and functional, with a spacious living area, a windowed kitchen with updated finishes, and a clean, well-maintained bathroom. The bedroom is quiet and easily fits a king bed with room to spare, plus there's solid closet space to keep things tidy.
This apartment sits in a classic prewar building with elevator access and laundry on-site. It's nestled on a tree-lined block just off Amsterdam Avenue, right in one of the most iconic neighborhoods in Manhattan.
You're just a couple blocks from Central Park, making morning walks or weekend picnics incredibly easy. The American Museum of Natural History, the New-York Historical Society, and an endless list of restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and markets including Zabar's and Trader Joe's are all within walking distance. The 1, B, and C trains are nearby, giving you quick access to the rest of the city.
This is classic Upper West Side living welcoming, well-connected, and full of neighborhood charm.
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120 W 86th St
New York, NY 10024
Apartment building
1-2 beds
Available units
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$5,200
Fees may apply
1 bd, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 11C
Listing by: City Wide Apartments
What's special
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Upper West Side
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Rider's ParadiseBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in New York
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Ps 166 The Richard Rogers School Of The Arts And SGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Ms 243 Center SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10The Global Learning CollaborativeGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 120 W 86th St?
120 W 86th St has a walk score of 97, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 120 W 86th St?
120 W 86th St has a transit score of 100, it's a rider's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 120 W 86th St?
The schools assigned to 120 W 86th St include Ps 166 The Richard Rogers School Of The Arts And S, Ms 243 Center School, and The Global Learning Collaborative.
What neighborhood is 120 W 86th St in?
120 W 86th St is in the Upper West Side neighborhood in New York, NY.







