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30 West 86th Street
Last updated on Apr 3, 2026

30 West 86th Street

This 10-story condominium apartment building was created in 1990 by adding floors to two adjacent Georgian-style townhouses from around 1900. The building has a distinct split personality with different window styles and rooflines on the added floors, but its preserved base maintains the street's ambiance.

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Overview of 30 West 86th Street

30 West 86th Street is a 10-story condominium building that was created in 1990 by adding floors to two adjacent Georgian-style townhouses dating back to around 1900. The building features a distinctive architectural style, with a handsome base of rusticated limestone and wrought-iron doors, while the upper floors exhibit a less detailed design. This unique combination gives the building a split personality, yet it remains unobtrusive and complements the surrounding low-rise structures. The building houses 20 apartments, with only two units per floor, ensuring a level of privacy and exclusivity.

Located just half a block from Central Park, the building offers excellent access to public transportation, with subway stations and bus stops nearby. The area is known for its attractive streets lined with townhouses, good schools, and various religious institutions. Notably, the building is situated across from the SAJ Synagogue and Hebrew School, enhancing the neighborhood's community feel. While the building lacks balconies and a garage, it provides a part-time doorman service and bike storage, making it a convenient choice for residents.

Apartments at 30 West 86th Street are characterized by their spacious layouts and high ceilings, often exceeding 10 to 12 feet. Many units feature modern amenities such as wood-burning fireplaces, in-unit laundry, and top-of-the-line kitchen appliances from brands like Sub-Zero and Wolf. The residences typically include generous storage options, with custom closets and built-in shelving. The split bedroom layouts are ideal for privacy, particularly in larger units, which often boast luxurious en-suite bathrooms and additional guest powder rooms.

While the building has not been prominently associated with any specific celebrities, its location and architectural charm make it a desirable residence for those seeking a blend of classic New York City living and modern conveniences. The combination of a boutique atmosphere, proximity to Central Park, and well-appointed apartments makes 30 West 86th Street a noteworthy option in the Upper West Side real estate market.

Doorman
Full Time
Type
Condo
Year Built
1900
Converted: 1990
Apartments
Floors
10
Neighborhood
Min Down
20%

Amenities

  • FT Doorman
  • Elevator
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at Central Park West and 88th 0.11 miles
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at Broadway 0.34 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Interesting contextual design of vertical expansion of two
  • Columbus Avenue.
  • Close to many restaurants with sidewalk cafes on
  • Excellent public transportation
  • Very short walk to Central Park
  • Attractive block
  • townhouses into a midblock mid-rise building
  • Close to Subway
  • No sidewalk landscaping
  • No balconies
  • No health club
  • Considerable traffic
  • No garage

CityRealty Rating

14
/44
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21
/36
Location
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13
/39
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  • How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?

    Architecture
    • 30+ remarkable
    • 20-29 distinguished
    • 11-19 average
    • < 11 below average
    Location
    • 27+ remarkable
    • 18-26 distinguished
    • 9-17 average
    • < 9 below average
    Features
    • 22+ remarkable
    • 16-21 distinguished
    • 9-15 average
    • < 9 below average

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Alternate Address

  • 28 West 86th Street
between Gold Street & Flatbush Avenue Extension
Downtown Brooklyn
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