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1-bedroom apartment for rent in Upper West Side

205 W 88th St Apt 10B, Upper West Side (Central), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10024

$4,250/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Size
700 ft² (65 m²)
Available
Now
Year built
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About this home

Apartment for rent in Upper West Side, Manhattan: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 700 ft². Rent $4,250/mo.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Located in the heart of the Upper West Side, high floor, 1 Bedroom Apartment features an expansive layout in a classic Pre-War, Part-Time Doorman, elevator building with historic charm and modern upgrades.There is a separate kitchen with modern stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and microwave. There is a custom white stone countertop with a white subway tiled backsplash.There is a large front facing living room large enough for both a living and dining areas. This room has southern exposure with great city views and direct natural sunlight.The bedroom would easily accommodate a king sized bedroom set, has southern exposure with great city views and direct natural sunlight. There is a double closet and a white timed en-suite bathroom.High beamed ceiling and beautiful herringbone hardwood floors and great light make this apartment a warm and welcoming home.Pets are welcome!Bike storage and additional storage are subject to availability and may carry an extra cost.Set in a Pre-War Part-Time Doorman building, youll find classic architectural details with thoughtful modern upgrades and renovations. There is a live-in Supt, childrens playroom, bike room, and laundry room in the building. Conveniently located near the 1, 2, and 3 trains. Close walk to both Central and Riverside Parks. Steps to many great restaurants, fantastic shops and unique neighborhood stores.Building amenities may be subject to availability and may come at an extra cost. Some photos may be of a similar unit and some photos may have been rendered/staged using AI. Measurements and layout in floor plans are approximate.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 68/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 10 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details15/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • No points: No move-in date0/2
    • No points: No lease length0/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 266 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy11/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Some points: Partly checked against city records (built 1923, 116 homes)4/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Fees and terms

Estimated cash to move in$8,520

First month $4,250, a one-month deposit $4,250 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Compared with the area

Asks $4,250/mo, 15% below the median asking rent for 1-bedroom rentals in Upper West Side (Central).

Median here
$4,995/mo
91 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$4,225–$5,871
The middle half of listings
Per ft²/mo
$6.07 vs $8.05
This home vs the median, 25% lower

Priced in line with similar homes here.

3.3% of these listings have cut their price.

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about Upper West Side (Central)

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 86 St13 min walk
  • 96 St1 2 39 min walk
  • 86 StC B9 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 3

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

116 units · 15 floors · built 1923 · 1 more home listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

205 West 88 Street · BBL 1-01236-0029 · built 1923 · 116 units

Roofy building score 91/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
2 (A 0 · B 2 · C 0)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
12
Rent stabilization
Had 42 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

Rent stabilization recordCheck if a unit is rent stabilized

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

See the full building record

Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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