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305 Riverside Drive
Last updated on Apr 3, 2026

305 Riverside Drive

The Clearfield is a very attractive 12-story building at 305 Riverside Drive, erected in 1910 and designed by Lawlor & Haase. This handsome pre-war building features a limestone base and top, fireplaces, and a delicate fence with finials, housing 60 rental apartments. Currently, 1 apartment is for rent.

305 Riverside Drive Location Map
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Overview of 305 Riverside Drive

Located at 305 Riverside Drive, the Clearfield is a distinguished pre-war building designed by Lawlor & Haase and completed in 1910. This 12-story structure features 60 rental apartments and is characterized by its elegant limestone base, decorative bandcourses, and a canopied entrance. The building's architectural details include arched windows on the second and third floors, as well as window surrounds on the fourth and fifth floors, contributing to its classic charm.

Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including a full-time doorman, elevator operator, and a live-in superintendent. The building also offers a laundry room and bike storage, enhancing convenience for its occupants. The peaceful residential neighborhood provides direct access to Riverside Park, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts.

Apartment layouts vary, with notable features including spacious living rooms with fireplaces, high ceilings, and ample closet space. For instance, a three-bedroom unit boasts a long entry foyer leading to a 24-foot living room, while a five-bedroom penthouse offers sweeping views of the Hudson River and a private roof deck. Many apartments also include modern kitchens with stainless steel appliances and in-unit laundry facilities, catering to contemporary living standards.

305 Riverside Drive has attracted notable residents over the years, adding to its allure. The combination of historic architecture, modern amenities, and a prime location makes this building a sought-after residence on the Upper West Side.

Doorman
None
Type
Rental
Year Built
1911
Converted: 1974
Apartments
Floors
12
Neighborhood
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at Broadway and 104th 0.16 miles
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at Broadway and 95th 0.43 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Very handsome pre-war building
  • Canopied entrance
  • Very attractive fence
  • Limestone base
  • Some arched windows
  • Live-in superintendent
  • Doorman
  • Elevator operator
  • Across from Riverside Park
  • Close to Subway
  • No garage
  • Four-step-up entrance
  • Some protruding air-conditioners
  • No roof deck

CityRealty Rating

21
/44
Architecture
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29
/36
Location
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14
/39
Features
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8
Editor’s Points
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72
CITYREALTY
RATING
  • 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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