Welcome to the Upper East Side
A true model of metropolitan class for aspiring sophisticates
This peacefully refined Upper Manhattan enclave is one of the city's most sought-after locales. Bordering Central Park and East River, you'll be in one of New York City's most elegant and fashionable neighborhoods — and you'll have the world's most famous urban park as your very own backyard. Highly walkable and private, the Upper East Side (UES) features a beautiful collection of elegant townhouses and properties with architectural motifs in Georgia Victorian, New Federal, and Art Deco styles.
High aspirations find their foundations in classic apartment high-rises, brick townhouses, and world-class hotels, many of which were built during the roaring 20s. Certain newer condominiums are run like country clubs, and the Lenox Hill,
Carnegie Hill, and
Yorkville neighborhoods, particularly, are true marvels of modern luxury living.
In the UES, you'll have everything you want right at your fingertips, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggenheim Museum, and many of NYC's other most renowned cultural institutions. The Upper East Side real estate market is highly sought after, characterized by its historic brownstones, luxury high-rise condos, and proximity to Central Park. Many of the luxury homes on the Upper East Side showcase classic architecture, modern amenities, and offer an unbeatable blend of sophistication and convenience.
What to Love
- Central Park, which is home to over eight lakes and ponds, 20,000 trees, and popular concert series
- Some of the most internationally renowned museums and cultural facilities
- Luxury shopping and dining throughout Madison Avenue and beyond
Local Lifestyle
With such a marvelous open space like Central Park next door, locals have plenty to do and can enjoy a bit of green amidst the urban atmosphere. The museums of the UES are also nothing short of spectacular, where even the architecture itself is masterful artistry. Altogether, the UES provides locals with everything needed to stay inspired and ready to conquer the day.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Some of the most deluxe designer shopping and fine art galleries in New York City are strewn along Madison Avenue, often called the "fashion mecca" of Manhattan. Peruse the most exclusive leather goods and apparel while sipping champagne at Hermes, in a unique store layout that feels equally like a chic department store and a plush penthouse suite. The Ralph Lauren Flagship store provides the most refined menswear for any occasion, and even the experience alone is worth the visit as you explore the incredibly sophisticated mansion with museum-grade displays.
Between Madison and Park Avenues is Daniel by Daniel Boulud, one of the area's many famous luxury dining establishments. There, you'll enjoy exceptional French dishes and desserts in an expansive candle-lit manor, all with attentive tuxedo-clad service. Enjoy yet further decadence with Jean-Georges' New French cuisine, where patrons are treated to a 6-10 course dining experience in a cheerfully bright and pristine dining hall.
Further on, the mall-like 86th Street features more great metropolitan amenities, including major movie theaters and boutique shops that will make you proud to be a New Yorker.
Things to Do
The UES has limitless nightlife opportunities, and thanks to the new 2nd Avenue subway line, local establishments have recently undergone a veritable renaissance.
Enjoy a casually decadent night out at Café Carlyle, a dinner club featuring unique performances that frequently attract high-profile political and celebrity figures. Also, make time for the world-class cultural amenities at the famed Museum Mile, and explore the MET, the Guggenheim, the Smithsonian, and more to your heart's content.
You can take in the East River views in a New York minute by strolling along any of Carl Schurz Park's nine-mile path and seating areas. Of course, the iconic Central Park is worth exploring as much as possible, and it's amazing how well the expansive 843-acre space has been maintained, even while being in perhaps the densest metropolitan urban area in the entire world.
The beloved open space also hosts concerts from the New York Philharmonic and the epic SummerStage concert series, drawing New Yorkers together like nothing else except perhaps the winter and new year festivities in nearby Midtown.
Schools
More than most other parts of New York (and even much of the country), the Upper East Side boasts a large selection of top private schools, including these noteworthy options:
- Hunter College, Higher ed., Ranked 11th in U.S. News' Top Public Schools in the North
- Dalton, K–12, Very high SAT and ACT test scores
- Brearly, K–12, Student-teacher ratio of 7:1
- Marymount College, Higher ed., Half of all courses have 20 or fewer students
- Spence, K–12, Very high SAT and ACT test scores, with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1
Welcome to the Upper East Side
A true model of metropolitan class for aspiring sophisticates
This peacefully refined Upper Manhattan enclave is one of the city's most sought-after locales. Bordering Central Park and East River, you'll be in one of New York City's most elegant and fashionable neighborhoods — and you'll have the world's most famous urban park as your very own backyard. Highly walkable and private, the Upper East Side (UES) features a beautiful collection of elegant townhouses and properties with architectural motifs in Georgia Victorian, New Federal, and Art Deco styles.
High aspirations find their foundations in classic apartment high-rises, brick townhouses, and world-class hotels, many of which were built during the roaring 20s. Certain newer condominiums are run like country clubs, and the Lenox Hill, Carnegie Hill, and Yorkville neighborhoods, particularly, are true marvels of modern luxury living.
In the UES, you'll have everything you want right at your fingertips, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggenheim Museum, and many of NYC's other most renowned cultural institutions. The Upper East Side real estate market is highly sought after, characterized by its historic brownstones, luxury high-rise condos, and proximity to Central Park. Many of the luxury homes on the Upper East Side showcase classic architecture, modern amenities, and offer an unbeatable blend of sophistication and convenience.
What to Love
Central Park, which is home to over eight lakes and ponds, 20,000 trees, and popular concert series
Some of the most internationally renowned museums and cultural facilities
Luxury shopping and dining throughout Madison Avenue and beyond
Local Lifestyle
With such a marvelous open space like Central Park next door, locals have plenty to do and can enjoy a bit of green amidst the urban atmosphere. The museums of the UES are also nothing short of spectacular, where even the architecture itself is masterful artistry. Altogether, the UES provides locals with everything needed to stay inspired and ready to conquer the day.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Some of the most deluxe designer shopping and fine art galleries in New York City are strewn along Madison Avenue, often called the "fashion mecca" of Manhattan. Peruse the most exclusive leather goods and apparel while sipping champagne at Hermes, in a unique store layout that feels equally like a chic department store and a plush penthouse suite. The Ralph Lauren Flagship store provides the most refined menswear for any occasion, and even the experience alone is worth the visit as you explore the incredibly sophisticated mansion with museum-grade displays.
Between Madison and Park Avenues is Daniel by Daniel Boulud, one of the area's many famous luxury dining establishments. There, you'll enjoy exceptional French dishes and desserts in an expansive candle-lit manor, all with attentive tuxedo-clad service. Enjoy yet further decadence with Jean-Georges' New French cuisine, where patrons are treated to a 6-10 course dining experience in a cheerfully bright and pristine dining hall.
Further on, the mall-like 86th Street features more great metropolitan amenities, including major movie theaters and boutique shops that will make you proud to be a New Yorker.
Things to Do
The UES has limitless nightlife opportunities, and thanks to the new 2nd Avenue subway line, local establishments have recently undergone a veritable renaissance.
Enjoy a casually decadent night out at Café Carlyle, a dinner club featuring unique performances that frequently attract high-profile political and celebrity figures. Also, make time for the world-class cultural amenities at the famed Museum Mile, and explore the MET, the Guggenheim, the Smithsonian, and more to your heart's content.
You can take in the East River views in a New York minute by strolling along any of Carl Schurz Park's nine-mile path and seating areas. Of course, the iconic Central Park is worth exploring as much as possible, and it's amazing how well the expansive 843-acre space has been maintained, even while being in perhaps the densest metropolitan urban area in the entire world.
The beloved open space also hosts concerts from the New York Philharmonic and the epic SummerStage concert series, drawing New Yorkers together like nothing else except perhaps the winter and new year festivities in nearby Midtown.
Schools
More than most other parts of New York (and even much of the country), the Upper East Side boasts a large selection of top private schools, including these noteworthy options:
Hunter College, Higher ed., Ranked 11th in U.S. News' Top Public Schools in the North
Dalton, K–12, Very high SAT and ACT test scores
Brearly, K–12, Student-teacher ratio of 7:1
Marymount College, Higher ed., Half of all courses have 20 or fewer students
Spence, K–12, Very high SAT and ACT test scores, with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1
