r/Upperwestside

In a hypothetical scenario, where you have an unlimited budget to purchase an apartment anywhere on the upper west side, what area of it and which apartment building would you choose?

Does anyone remember what stood before the Westside market on 110/broadway? I distinctly remember them building it and the apartments upstairs but neither I nor my parents can remember what (if any) store was there before. I went to school just across the street and was probably 10/11 when it went up so this would have been at least 17 years ago. This is not important at all but I’m super curious now and don’t want to pay $1 to search through property records because I’m cheap

I’m so sorry that after what looked like a very long drive (judging by the impressive snack and drink collection on your moving van dashboard), the first thing that welcomed you to NYC was a guy pulling his trousers down and taking a sh*t in the street. I promise this is basically a New York rite of passage so Congratulations, you’ve unlocked the authentic local experience! Welcome to the city!

Was outside doing camera tests with a friend outside of Lincoln center. He was holding my camera and set it down and it got swiped. It’s my fault as well for not noticing but I’m devastated. It has 2 hard drives and a V moi t battery as well as my work ID and keys. Luckily my camera and lens were not in there but I’m genuinely so upset. We tried asking nearby building workers, security, people nearby the scene, and contacts the police. I know that things are unlikely to get found- I’m paranoid about my films getting leaked and my battery getting sold. Is there anything else I can do?

I’ve saved up so much money over the years to buy what was in the bag, and my portfolio is on there. While my final films are backed, the raw files are in the external drives. I’m heartbroken and I am worried about my future.

Hey All. My lease is coming up and I'm facing the classic NYC apartment conundrum of location vs. more space and day-to-day conveniences. For context, I live in a 5th floor walkup apartment very close to Central Park in the 80s. I've been here for three years and have LOVED the location, but I'm also 100% exhausted of hauling up and down 4 long flights of stairs multiple times a day. Also, I don't have a dishwasher or laundry in my unit (nor building). I've been considering moving further uptown (Harlem in the low 120s near Morningside Park) - the apartment I'm looking at is in a doorman building with elevator, dishwasher, in-unit laundry...it does cost a fair bit amount more than I'm paying now, but I'm able to pay more (within reason) and ready to do so to have a few more conveniences. The thing I'm stuck on is leaving the neighborhood. It's been very hard to find a one bedroom on the UWS with all of these things with the healthy budget I have (~$4,000). I'd like to stay on the west side because I commute to Fidi 2x week for work, have friends on the UWS and also on the UES, so it's always an easy walk or crosstown bus to get to them.
I'm just looking for perspectives -- if you were me, would you 1) stay in current apartment for location, 2) try the move to Harlem for more space/daily conveniences, or 3) look for something smaller (like a studio) with dishwasher/laundry on the UWS (which looks to be what $4,000 will get me here)?

I've seen kids at various places but not sure if the later game (8pm) will be an issue.

We’re in from out of town but would love to watch the match somewhere with atmosphere.

Hi all,

We have a bernedoodle puppy and he needs to be taken out every 1.5 -2 hours. He just had to go out to continue his potty training.

Any recommendations in the neighborhood?

An odd problem, but I can't tolerate most cheeses. However, I can eat mozzerella and I love pizza.

I'm having trouble finding pizza places in the area where they don't sprinkle parmesan, romano, or similar cheeses on top.

Does anyone know of spots that don't put it on by default for all their plain slices?

Spots that deliver would help too, there's nothing worse than ordering a pie and finding out I can't eat it even though it's not in the description.

Thanks in advance!

My husband and I have been searching for an apartment to buy on the Upper West Side for the past 3–4 months, and we've come to realize that co-ops probably aren't the right fit for us since we'd like the flexibility to rent the apartment in the future if our plans change.

Our budget is up to about $1.6M, and our must-haves are a condo, 2 bed/2 bath, an elevator, and an in-unit washer/dryer (or at least the ability to install one).

Our dream would be a prewar condo conversion. We love the character, layouts, and charm of those buildings, but we're quickly learning they're few and far between on the UWS. We've also toured some of the newer luxury buildings on Riverside Boulevard, and while they're beautiful, they just aren't our style—they feel a bit too hotel-like.

Has anyone else been in a similar position? Did you eventually find what you were looking for, or did you end up compromising? Are there any condo buildings or pockets of the UWS we should be keeping a close eye on?

Would really appreciate any advice or insights from people who've been through this search.

Looking for a local dog behavioralist who can assist with fear-based aggression in a 6-year old cavapoo. He’s had training before and he’s medicated, but NYC seems to have triggered some regressive behavioral issues.

New coffee shop on 70th off of Broadway. I can't speak to the coffee but the cookies (a sugar cookie and a brown butter chocolate chunk) are some of the best I've had in the area. Big and sweet but not cloying. And very nice staff!

Has anyone else been?

So this is my first Fourth of July in America! I live mid 90s between West End and Bway. We have a great rooftop overlooking the river - if I go up there just before 10am is that when I can see the planes fly over? Sorry! Trying to find info online!

Does anyone have suggestions on where to get a good view of the tall ships on the Hudson tomorrow?

Can anyone recommend a good and trustworthy car mechanic in NYC? Ideally uptown, west side or east side.

Cybert Tire closed out of nowhere and I am devastated.