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5-bedroom apartment for rent in Upper West Side

168 W 86th St Unit 15, Upper West Side (Central), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10024

$19,000/mo
Rent per month · in USD · Price history
Size
2,400 ft² (223 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for rent in Upper West Side, Manhattan: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,400 ft². Rent $19,000/mo. Built in 1923.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Gut Renovated 5 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom / Upper West SideRenovations Finishing Up!Located in the heart of the Upper West Side, this expansive, high-floor 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence is undergoing a major renovation, blending classic Pre-War charm with modern luxury.A gracious entry foyer leads to an oversized living room featuring three large bay windows, northern exposure, unobstructed skyline city views, and wonderful natural sunlight.There is a separate formal dining area, perfect for relaxing and entertaining.The renovated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, microwave, custom white stone countertops and backsplash, grey slate floors, abundant cabinetry, and a separate pantry with tons of space for extra storage.The spacious, front-facing primary bedroom offers city views, three closets including a walk-in, and a luxurious new marble en-suite bathroom with a double vanity and beautiful marble stall shower.Four additional bedrooms offer flexible living arrangements, generous closet space, and natural light. The fifth bedroom includes its own full bathroom and is ideal for a home office or guest room.Apartment Highlights:Central A/CBrand-new in-unit washer and dryerBeautiful new hardwood floorsHigh beamed ceilingsExcellent closet spacePets are welcome!Classic Pre-War doorman elevator building with a live-in superintendent and laundry room.Prime Upper West Side location, moments from Central Park, Riverside Park, excellent restaurants, shopping, and transportation.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, 69/100 · Fairly complete

How complete and honest this listing is, from what the source sites show and Roofy’s own checks. It isn’t a rating of the home or the agent. How the score works

  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 19 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 264 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • 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 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$38,020

First month $19,000, a one-month deposit $19,000 (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

Price history

High $19,000/moAsking price, as listed
Oct 2026Nov 2026
DatePrice
Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com)$19,000/mo
Oct 17, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$19,000/mo

From the listing sites’ own records and what Roofy has seen since. Newest first.

Compared with the area

Asks $19,000/mo, 17% below the median asking rent for rentals with 4+ bedrooms in Upper West Side (Central).

Median here
$23,000/mo
12 listings, last 90 days

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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