This rent-stabilized studio in the heart of the Upper East Side is a rare find. Located on the first floor of a quiet, well-kept building on 71st between Lexington and Third, Apartment 1F has a clean, modern look with hardwood floors, high ceilings, and a thoughtfully updated kitchen featuring full-size stainless steel appliances and plenty of cabinet space.
The layout is super functional there's room for a bed, full couch, a work-from-home setup, and even dining without feeling cramped. The bathroom is also updated and fresh, and storage is solid with a double-door closet.
Highlights:
- Rent-stabilized
- Bright, open studio layout
- Renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances
- High ceilings + hardwood floors
- Double closet for storage
Location Perks:
Just a few minutes from Central Park, Madison Avenue shops, and some of the best dining on the UES. The Q train is just a block away, and the 6 train is close too, making commuting easy.
*Qualified applicants must make 40X the rent and have a credit score of 700+. Individual guarantors are accepted, must prove 80x rent and have a credit score of 700+*
157 E 71st St
New York, NY 10021
Apartment building
Studio-1 bed
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$2,650
Studio, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 1F
Listing by: City Wide Apartments
What's special
Quiet well-kept buildingPlenty of cabinet spaceHigh ceilingsDouble-door closetUpdated kitchenStainless steel appliancesHardwood floors
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in New York
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10East Side Elementary School, PS 267Grades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Jhs 167 Robert F WagnerGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Talent Unlimited High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 157 E 71st St?
157 E 71st St has a walk score of 99, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 157 E 71st St?
157 E 71st St has a transit score of 100, it's a rider's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 157 E 71st St?
The schools assigned to 157 E 71st St include East Side Elementary School, PS 267, Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner, and Talent Unlimited High School.
What neighborhood is 157 E 71st St in?
157 E 71st St is in the Upper East Side neighborhood in New York, NY.