Where it is
The blocks around Second Avenue between about East 79th and East 96th Street. Since the subway opened in 2017, this has been the neighborhood's busiest strip for shops, dining and everyday errands.
The buildings
- Walk-ups and mid-rise buildings of several eras on the avenue and side streets.
- Mid-century elevator buildings, many of them co-ops.
- Larger apartment complexes, such as Ruppert Yorkville Towers, which fills the blocks from 90th to 92nd Street between Second and Third Avenues.
Who it suits
Buyers who want the subway and a lively street, and who value convenience over quiet.
Less suited to: Buyers who want a calm residential block or a park-front address.
The walk to the train
The Q runs under Second Avenue with stations at 72nd, 86th and 96th Streets. The M15 and M15 SBS serve First and Second Avenues, and crosstown buses include the M79 SBS, M86 SBS and M96.
For the whole neighborhood, see Getting around Yorkville.
Trade-offs
- More traffic, deliveries and evening activity than the river or Lexington side streets.
- Building quality and finances vary a great deal, so inspect and read the financial statements.
- Ground-floor retail beneath some buildings can mean more noise at street level.
More on the buildings: Yorkville housing and buildings. Before you offer, read Co-op or Condo on the Upper East Side: How to Choose.
Descriptions are general and approximate. Boundaries vary by source. Verify building rules, taxes and fees for any property before you rely on them.
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