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221 East 85th Street
221 East 85th Street
Last updated on Apr 3, 2026

221 East 85th Street

Rental located in Yorkville, between Third Avenue & Second Avenue
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Overview of 221 East 85th Street

221 East 85th Street is a 1901 pre-war rental building in Yorkville, seven stories tall with 30 apartments and a walk up design. Its layouts range from studios to two bedrooms, including split two bedroom plans that separate the sleeping areas from a compact central living space.

Apartments commonly have high ceilings, open kitchens with full size refrigerators and ranges, and substantial closet storage. Renovated kitchens and bathrooms appear in the apartment mix, while heat and hot water are included in the rent. Video intercoms are installed in the apartments and at the building entrance.

The building has a live-in super and is pet friendly. Its location places it near the commercial stretch around 86th Street, with Whole Foods Market, Fairway Market, Best Buy, Starbucks, and Shake Shack close by.

The Lexington Avenue 86th Street station serves the 4, 5, and 6 trains, while the Second Avenue 86th Street station serves the Q; both are down the block. The M86 crosstown bus also stops on 86th Street.

Doorman
None
Type
Rental
Year Built
1901
Apartments
30
Floors
7
Neighborhood
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at Lexington Ave 0.16 miles