Yorkville
The most varied part of the Upper East Side, running from Lexington Avenue to the East River. Buildings range from pre-war walk-ups to full-service towers, and the neighborhood ends at Carl Schurz Park and the water.
Yorkville grew around German, Hungarian and Czech immigrant communities in the late 1800s, and that history survives in some of the older commercial blocks. Today it draws long-time residents, families and professionals who want more space, river views and the Second Avenue subway.
Boundaries vary by source. Most definitions place Yorkville between East 79th and East 96th Streets and east of Lexington or Third Avenue.
Where to look
Along the river
East End Avenue and Gracie Square hold pre-war co-ops on quiet blocks with direct access to Carl Schurz Park and the esplanade.
Open the area page →Second Avenue corridor
Close to the Q train, restaurants and shops. Expect more activity and more variety in building age and style.
Open the area page →Lexington to Third
Walk-ups and mid-size elevator buildings with the 4/5/6 nearby. Often where buyers find smaller apartments at lower prices, though the building matters more than the block.
Open the area page →Around 86th Street
The neighborhood's long-standing commercial spine, with a full range of groceries, services and dining.
What to know before you buy
- Compare by building, not by neighborhood. Maintenance, financial health and board rules vary widely and affect the real cost of owning more than the address does.
- Check the subway walk. A block beside the Q and a block beside East End Avenue are very different commutes.
- Ask about renovation rules. Many pre-war buildings restrict work to certain months and require board approval.
Descriptions are general and approximate. Verify boundaries, building rules, taxes and fees for any property before you rely on them.
Explore Yorkville
By area
East End Avenue and Gracie Square
Open →AreaThe Second Avenue corridor
Open →AreaLexington to Third: Yorkville's western edge
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Related reading
October 2026
Yorkville vs. Carnegie Hill: Which Upper East Side Neighborhood Fits?
Two very different ways to live on the Upper East Side, and the questions that decide between them.
Read →October 2026
Co-op or Condo on the Upper East Side: How to Choose
What you actually own, how approval and financing differ, and which buyers each structure suits.
Read →Compare with a neighboring area
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