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3-bedroom apartment for rent in Upper West Side

168 W 86th St Apt 2A, Upper West Side (Central), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10024

$15,000/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Size
1,800 ft² (167 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for rent in Upper West Side, Manhattan: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,800 ft². Rent $15,000/mo. Built in 1923.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Located in the heart of the Upper West Side, this 3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom Apartment features an expansive layout in a classic Pre-War, Doorman, Elevator Building with historic charm and modern upgrades.There is a large welcoming entry foyer with a coat closet, great for winter coats and boots. The entry hallway has a large custom built-in storage closet, offering tons of extra storage.There is a renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, microwave, a custom white stone countertop and backsplash with abundant cabinetry. Sleek, sharp grey stone slate floors. There is also a separate pantry area for additional items.The front-facing living room is grand in size, has three large windows, southern exposure, and gets good natural sunlight.There is a separate formal dining area, generous enough to place a household sized table. Great for entertaining or relaxing at home.The primary corner bedroom is southern facing, has double exposures south and west, and gets good light. It has good closet space, including one walk-in and a beautiful en-suite marble bathroom.The second bedroom is also south-facing, gets good light, has good closet space and features an en-suite marble bathroom.The 3rd bedroom, staff quarters, would fit a twin or double and has a full bathroom. This room could be used as a possible home office or reading room.High beamed ceilings, great closet space and beautiful new hardwood floors make this apartment a warm and welcoming home.Washer and Dryer in the apartment!Pets are welcome!Set in a Pre-War Doorman building. There is a live-in superintendent and a laundry room in the building. Conveniently located in the heart of the Upper West Side, youre steps from many great world-class restaurants, fantastic shops and unique stores. It is a short walk to both Central and Riverside Parks.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, 65/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 12 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 351 words3/3
  • True cost3/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Some points: Priced 33% above similar homes in its neighborhood, which take longer to rent3/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1923, 46 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$30,020

First month $15,000, a one-month deposit $15,000 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Compared with the area

Asks $15,000/mo, 33% above the median asking rent for 3-bedroom rentals in Upper West Side (Central).

Median here
$11,250/mo
23 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$8,475–$14,750
The middle half of listings
Per ft²/mo
$8.33 vs $8.46
This home vs the median, 2% lower

Priced above most similar homes here and on the market longer than usual.

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
  • 86 StC B8 min walk
  • 79 St19 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 3

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

The building

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

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

168 West 86 Street · BBL 1-01216-0060 · built 1923 · 46 units

Roofy building score 99/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
5
Rent stabilization
Had 19 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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