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

Bettina Tower,
228 East 85th Street

This 14-story rental apartment building at 228 East 85th Street has 67 units and was developed by Bettina Equities. The building features a disabled entrance, garage, and balconies, and is located near restaurants, bus service, and a subway station.

228 East 85th Street Location Map

Overview of Bettina Tower at 228 East 85th Street

Bettina Tower is a 14-story rental apartment building located at 228 East 85th Street, designed by Avinash K. Malhotra. The building features 67 units, including duplexes, studios, and one- and two-bedroom apartments, many of which come with balconies and double-pane windows. Residents benefit from amenities such as air conditioning, dishwashers, and included heat in the rent. The building also offers a garage and a disabled entrance, enhancing accessibility.

Situated in the Upper East Side, Bettina Tower is conveniently located near a variety of restaurants and retail options, including a post office and a Barnes and Noble just a block away. Public transportation is easily accessible, with excellent bus service and a subway station at 86th Street and Lexington, making commuting straightforward for residents.

Apartment listings highlight features such as hardwood floors, new kitchens, and outdoor spaces like balconies and terraces. The building has a live-in super and offers flexible leasing terms, accommodating both short and long-term stays. While pets are generally not permitted, some exceptions for cats may apply.

Doorman
None
Type
Rental
Year Built
1982
Apartments
Floors
14
Pets: Not allowed
Neighborhood

Amenities

  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
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at Lexington Ave 0.19 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Excellent bus service
  • Not too far from subway station
  • Across street from post office
  • Many nearby restaurants
  • Discrete air-conditioners
  • Garage
  • Video Security
  • Double-Pane Windows
  • Balconies
  • No roof deck
  • No sidewalk landscaping
  • Many apartments

CityRealty Rating

15
/44
Architecture
+
16
/36
Location
+
9
/39
Features
+
7
Editor’s Points
=
47
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

Building Management

For more than 30 years, Bettina Equities has been helping New Yorkers live well in the world's greatest city. With over 40 properties and more than 2,000 units throughout Manhattan, they help people find apartments they love in their favorite neighborhood.

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