Welcome to your new home at 219 East 88th Street, a charming and well-maintained walk-up building nestled on a quiet, tree-lined block in the heart of the Upper East Side.
This cozy studio apartment offers a smart layout, excellent natural light, and all the essentials for comfortable city living. The building is a well-maintained walk-up building (3rd-floor unit) with responsive management and a live-in super. Heat and hot water are included in rent!
Location:
Steps from the Q and 4/5/6 trains, making your commute a breeze. Enjoy nearby shopping, cafes, and restaurants on 2nd and 3rd Avenues. You're just blocks away from Central Park, Carl Schurz Park, and the East River Promenade. Whole Foods, Fairway, and Target are all nearby for your everyday needs.
Personal guarantors accepted. One time pet fee of $300. $20 application fee per applicant.
219 E 88th St
New York, NY 10128
Apartment building
Studio-3 beds
Available units
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$2,950
Studio, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 3C
Listing by: City Wide Apartments
What's special
Cozy studio apartmentQuiet tree-lined blockSmart layoutExcellent natural light
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Anchored by Yorkville and Carnegie Hill on the Upper East Side, 10128 stretches from Central Park to the East River, blending leafy, walkable blocks with museum-caliber culture. Afternoons mean laps around the Central Park Reservoir or strolls along the East River Esplanade to Carl Schurz Park and Gracie Mansion; weekends bring pick-up games and pool time at Asphalt Green. Everyday conveniences line Lexington, Third, and Second Avenues—Whole Foods Market on 87th, neighborhood bakeries and coffee bars, casual bistros, and cozy wine spots—while the Guggenheim and 92NY add an arts and community heartbeat. The vibe skews friendly and pet-loving, with dog runs and plenty of stroller traffic; nightlife is relaxed and local. Expect four true seasons, with river breezes in summer. Transit is easy via the Q at 86th/96th, the 4/5/6 on Lexington, M86/M96 crosstown buses, Citi Bike, and the NYC Ferry at E 90th. Recent Zillow market trends show a median rent around the mid-$4,000s, with listings commonly ranging from the low-$3,000s to $7,000+.
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Travel times
Nearby schools in New York
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10P.S. 527 East Side School-Social ActioGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Jhs 167 Robert F WagnerGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10High School for Climate Justice (The)Grades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 219 E 88th St?
219 E 88th St has a walk score of 100, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 219 E 88th St?
219 E 88th St has a transit score of 100, it's a rider's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 219 E 88th St?
The schools assigned to 219 E 88th St include P.S. 527 East Side School-Social Actio, Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner, and High School for Climate Justice (The).
What neighborhood is 219 E 88th St in?
219 E 88th St is in the Upper East Side neighborhood in New York, NY.
