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For rentCondoNewScore 75

2-bedroom condo for rent in Upper West Side

275 W 96th St Apt 5K, Upper West Side (Central), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10025

$8,000/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Size
950 ft² (88.3 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Condo for rent in Upper West Side, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 950 ft². Rent $8,000/mo. Built in 1983.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Available December 1st but Owner Flexible with Start Date- Completely Gut-Renovated, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath + Home Office, Designer Finishes, in the Highly Sought-After Columbia Condominium! This stunning apartment has been completely transformed, featuring an extra-wide, loft-like living room with ample space for comfortable lounging and a full-size dining room set. Beautiful wide-plank gray wood floors add a sophisticated , contemporary touch throughout the home. Six oversized, east-facing windows flood the home with wonderful natural light. The gorgeous, pass-through kitchen features sleek stainless steel finishes and high-end appliances. The owners have thoughtfully reconfigured the original primary bedroom into a private, quiet home office, with French doors leading to the second bedroom. Both spa-inspired bathrooms have been meticulously renovated with designer finishes. Completing this exceptional home is an abundance of custom closets, maximizing storage in this thoughtfully designed, space-efficient layout. The Columbia is a gorgeous, full-service modern condominium offering an exceptional array of amenities. Residents enjoy a 24-hour doorman, a beautiful new lobby with four elevators, renovated hallways, and an updated laundry room. The state-of-the-art fitness center on the 12th floor features newly renovated locker rooms, steam rooms, and a saunas. Additional recreational amenities include a huge indoor swimming pool, basketball court, racquetball and squash courts, and a playroom. There's also a renovated community lounge with a kitchen, a flat-screen TV, ping-pong, and pool tables. Outdoor amenities are equally impressive, with a furnished rooftop deck offering dramatic 360-degree views and a lovely outdoor garden. An indoor parking garage adds to the convenience. All of these amenities, with the exception of the garage, are included in the rent. The Columbia is truly one of the Upper West Side's outstanding residential buildings. And I can say that firsthand: I've lived here for many years and absolutely love it! Close proximity to the express 1/2/3 subway trains at 96th Street, West Side Market, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Riverside Park, and Central Park. Enjoy the neighborhood's wonderful selection of fine eateries, charming cafes, Equinox, and so much more. Columbia University is just a short walk away! Please contact STEVEN for a private showing of this beautifully renovated unit before it's gone! Total Fees: First month rent- $8,000 One month security- $8,000 Lease Processing Fee-$450 Board Review: $250 Credit Check: $50 per individual Move in Fee: $500 Move out Fee: $500 Damage Deposit: $500 ( refundable) Hide full description

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 75/100 · Complete

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    • Full points: 21 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details13/20
    • 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
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 420 words3/3
  • True cost15/15
    • Full points: Broker fee and costs stated8/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1983, 301 homes)5/5
    • 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$16,020

First month $8,000, a one-month deposit $8,000 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Compared with the area

Asks $8,000/mo, about the median asking rent for 2-bedroom rentals in Upper West Side (Central).

Median here
$7,984/mo
59 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$6,850–$9,464
The middle half of listings
Per ft²/mo
$8.42 vs $7.73
This home vs the median, 9% higher

Priced in line with similar homes here.

3.4% 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

  • 96 St1 2 32 min walk
  • 103 St19 min walk
  • 96 StC B12 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 3

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

The building

301 units · 35 floors · built 1983 · 2 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

275 West 96 Street · BBL 1-01868-7501 · built 1983 · 301 units

Roofy building score 99/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Condominium
Open HPD violations
13 (A 7 · B 3 · C 3)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

3 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building. Condo records cover the whole building.

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.