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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Soaking tub
  • Bike storage
  • Oversized windows
  • Spacious living room
  • In-unit washer/dryers

Location

172 W 79th St, New York, NY 10024, USA|Upper West Side

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Property Overview

Located on West 79th Street in the Upper West Side, the home offers oversized windows, a spacious living room, and in-unit comforts like a dishwasher, washer/dryer, and a soaking tub. Bike storage and its convenient neighborhood setting make it appealing for those who value practicality, everyday ease, and a comfortable, well-appointed interior.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Elevator
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Amenities for 172 W 79th St, Upper West Side

Features

Hardwood FloorHigh Ceilings

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry

Community

ElevatorOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceStorage

Services

Door Attendant
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Lease terms12+ months
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About 172 W 79th St

HomeApartments in New YorkUpper West Side 172 W 79th St, New York, NY 10024, USA

ZMP101804847 - This oversized pre-war one-bedroom offers exceptional value on the Upper West Side. Located on the eighth floor of The Hopkins, a full-service, pet-friendly condominium, this home provides bright, comfortable living in a highly desirable location. The layout begins with a proper entry foyer and two closets, leading into a spacious living room with ample space for dining and a home office. As a corner unit, the home features oversized windows that maximize natural light, complemented by wide-plank dark oak floors, high ceilings, and original pre-war beams. The windowed kitchen is equipped with full-size stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, extensive cabinetry, and a generous pantry. Additional features include a newly renovated windowed bathroom with a soaking tub and a king-size bedroom with double exposures and significant closet space. The Hopkins offers a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, laundry room, bike storage, and common storage. In-unit washer/dryers are also permitted with board approval. The building is steps away from Central Park, the Museum of Natural History, Zabar\'s, and Trader Joe\'s, with convenient access to the 1/B/C trains and the 79th Street crosstown bus.


Property highlights

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How 172 W 79th St, New York, NY 10024, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Outdoor space
One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors

Address details

NeighborhoodUpper West Side
Zip code10024
TypeCondo for rent

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Rent trends in Upper West Side

1-bedroom apartments at 172 W 79th St cost about 11% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in New York.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
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A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in New York
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$4,500
September 2024$4,501
October 2024$4,500
November 2024$4,340
December 2024$4,198
January 2025$4,274
February 2025$4,317
March 2025$4,475
April 2025$4,614
May 2025$4,617
June 2025$4,574
July 2025$4,360
August 2025$4,392
September 2025$4,481
October 2025$4,398
November 2025$4,299
December 2025$4,286
January 2026$4,285
February 2026$4,280
March 2026$4,374
April 2026$4,533
May 2026$4,662
June 2026$4,651
July 2026$4,540
August 2026$4,500
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Upper West Side
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$4,859
September 2024$4,855
October 2024$4,824
November 2024$4,714
December 2024$4,727
January 2025$4,784
February 2025$4,828
March 2025$4,936
April 2025$4,993
May 2025$5,137
June 2025$5,061
July 2025$4,787
August 2025$4,842
September 2025$4,865
October 2025$4,767
November 2025$4,696
December 2025$4,735
January 2026$4,771
February 2026$4,801
March 2026$4,939
April 2026$5,019
May 2026$5,126
June 2026$5,153
July 2026$5,175
August 2026$5,200

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 172 W 79th St, New York, NY.
1 year ago$2,5001 bed1 bath
2 years ago$7,2002 bed2 bath
4 years ago$3,8001 bed1 bath
5 years ago$3,9501 bed2 bath
5 years ago$3,9501 bed2 bath
5 years ago$3,9501 bed1 bath
5 years ago$3,9501 bed1 bath
6 years ago$4,2002 bed1 bath
7 years ago$4,0001 bed2 bath

Schools near 172 W 79th St

P.S. 87 - William Sherman

160 w 78th st

new york, NY, 10024

PK, K-5Public
A

The Anderson School

100 w 77th st

new york, NY, 10024

K-8Public
A

P.S. 811 - Mickey Mantle School

466 w end ave

new york, NY, 10024

PK, K-11Public

Special Music School

129 w 67th st

new york, NY, 10023

K-12Public
A

P.S. 333 - Manhattan School for Children

154 w 93rd st

new york, NY, 10025

K-8Public
A-
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Neighborhood

Upper West Side | New York, NY

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Steeped in history
This area is a historical district, full of heritage and cultural landmarks.

Getting around New York near 172 W 79th St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 172 W 79th St, New York

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Other units at this address

172 W 79th St New York, NY

Occupied

18A

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2 Beds

2 Baths

$7,200

Listed by Manuel "Manny" Fueyo
Days on market: 942
Perched high above the Upper West Side, this bright and cheery, newly renovated, convertible 2 bedroom, 2 bath home offers open city and river views. The massive living room can be used as a bedroom as well as living space. A separate dining room includes a nook which could house a desk. The windowed kitchen is outfitted with a Subzero refrigerator, Viking stove and microwave, Bosch dishwasher. A Miele washer and dryer complete this home's appliance offerings. The primary bedroom has 2 exposures, including Hudson River views, and en-suite, windowed bathroom with shower. The second full bathroom has a bathtub, built-in cabinet and wall mirror. The Hopkins is beautifully maintained and well-run pre-war condominium in the heart of the Upper West Side. Features include 24 hour attended lobby, elevators and bike storage. The location is ideal, close to the 1, B and C trains, Central and Riverside Parks, numerous dining and shopping options and the Natural History Museum.

Occupied

11B

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,500

Listed by Spacious 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Days on market: 699
Welcome to apartment 11B-- a spacious one bedroom featuring charming pre-war details, including built-ins and beamed ceilings. Enter the foyer, through to the expansive, Amsterdam Avenue facing-living room which can easily accommodate both living and formal dining, perfect for entertaining. The modern kitchen and alcove dining space features beautiful stone floors throughout, with a stone backsplash, black granite countertops, side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, and a microwave. The pet-friendly Hopkins Condominium amenities include 24-hour doorman, live-in super, free bike storage, additional storage for rent, and a large laundry room newly outfitted with top of the line washers and dryers.

Occupied

3D

1 Bed

1 Bath

$3,350

Listed by Lily Wong
Days on market: 3499
This is truly a perfect one bedroom, mint condition, incredible location, 24 Hour Doorman. Great layout with gracious entry foyer which leads to Large living room with over size kitchen, large bath and spacious bedroom. All in mint perfect condition, sunny south light, washer dryer in unit!! great closet space. Cats OK! Location is amazing, heart of Upper West Side.

Occupied

5E

1 Bed

1 Bath

$3,500

Listed by Brigitte Goldenberg
Days on market: 4415
Beautiful prewar one bedroom apartment in mint condition. This bright and quiet apartment retains its prewar charm with its beamed ceilings, moldings and original restored hardwood floors. The new windowed kitchen features a Subzero refrigerator and top of the line stainless steel appliances. The marble bathroom is windowed and is brand new. The Hopkins condominium is a full service doorman building, with a live-in super, Common laundry room and is located close to The Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, major shopping, dining and easy access to transportation.A very gracious and welcoming home. No Broker's Fee. Available July 7th.

Occupied

4D

1 Bed

1 Bath

$3,500

Listed by Alen Moshkovich
Days on market: 4120
PHOTOS COMING SOON: Home at last! Immerse yourself in luxury, location-and all the soothing comforts of home-at the coveted Hopkins Condominium ...a full service Pre-war condo building nestled in one of the most prestigious, sought-after blocks on the entire Upper West Side ...mere steps from some of the most exhilarating streets and boulevards in all of Manhattan-and the plethora of award-winning shops, restaurants, and other purveyors of luxury that make their homes here! Situated in intimately close proximity to Central Park, the Museum of Natural History, Riverside Park Boat Basin, and Broadway, this generously proportioned One-Bedroom, One-Bathroom apartment home features basking, sun-soaked Southern & Eastern exposures; hardwood floors; high wood-beamed ceilings; rare windowed kitchen; generous closets; and a multitude of other, quintessentially Pre-war features and amenities-not to mention an abundance of distinctly modern conveniences, including private, in-premises Washer/Dryer; 24-hour doorman; bicycle rack; and laundry facilities. Available immediately!

Occupied

1 Bed, 2 Baths

1 Bed

2 Baths

$3,950

Listed by Don Hurwitz
Days on market: 2111
Huge one bedroom with two full baths (one is en-suite). This apartment is on a high floor with north and east exposures, has great light, and views. Brand new kitchen with Stone counters and new cabinets The dining area can easily be used as a home office. This large eat-in kitchen has lots of counter space and many cabinets. , with a Bosch dishwasher. It also has an abundance of closets (one being a walk in). Tons of pre-war details. Located in a 24 hours doorman pre-war building with live-in super and laundry in the basement.. Pet Friendly. Annual - $3,950 Per Month

Occupied

15g

1 Bed

2 Baths

$4,000

Listed by Don Hurwitz
Days on market: 2696
Available May 15! Huge one bedroom with two full baths (one is en-suite). This apartment is on a high floor with north and east exposures, has great light, and views. Brand new kitchen with Stone counters and new cabinets This large eat-in kitchen has lots of counter space and many cabinets. , with a Bosch dishwasher. It also has an abundance of closets (one being a walk in). Tons of pre-war details. Located in a 24 hours doorman pre-war building with live-in super and laundry in the basement.. Pet Friendly. Annual - $4,000 Per Month

Occupied

2b

1 Bed

1 Bath

$4,100

Listed by Brigitte Goldenberg
Days on market: 3191
This bright and spacious one bedroom,1 bath is located in the well-known Hopkins condominium. It is an elegant pre-war full service building between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenue.The apartment has been meticulously renovated to blend modern living with prewar charm. The eat-in kitchen has beautiful granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and white and glass cabinetry. The dining area is open to living room creating a large entertaining space with city and tree lined street views over Amsterdam Avenue. The generously proportioned bedroom is separated from the living room with a beautifully updated bathroom and boasts two walk-in closets, and additional built-in storage. This apartment is complete with a washer dryer, and prewar details including beamed ceilings, and hardwood floors throughout.The Hopkins condominium is centrally located in the heart of the upper west side with close proximity to Central Park, the Museum of Natural History, Lincoln Center, the Hudson River, trendy shops and one block from the #1 subway stop and crosstown bus.The building has a 24 hour doorman, live-in super, and bike room. No smoking.No Pets Annual - $4,100 Per Month

Occupied

11e

1 Bed

1 Bath

$4,150

Listed by Stan Ponte
Days on market: 2699
A beautiful sun filled one bedroom one bath condo located at the Hopkins Condominium in the heart of the Upper West Side. This 11th floor home features a large beamed ceiling living room with open city views. The modern renovated kitchen includes a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele oven, cooktop, and dishwasher. The bedroom is oversized with amazing east and southern views. The apartment also offers 3 spacious renovated closets. Pets are considered. The Hopkins at 172 West 79th Street includes a full-time doorman, live-in super, laundry room, and bike storage. The building is located in the heart of the Upper West Side within close proximity to the Museum of Natural History, Central Park, Riverside Park, and many classic UWS restaurants, coffee shops, and cafes. Rounding out the building is its easy access to all west side subways and the M79 crosstown bus. Annual - $4,150 Per Month

Occupied

3C

1 Bed

1 Bath

$4,500

Listed by Brian Paylago
Days on market: 4004
You will never find this much quality & excellence in a large almost 850sqft 1 bedroom apartment. Enjoy this AMAZING XXX Mint large 1 bedroom home! Everything in this apartment is of topnotch quality- doors, handles, fixtures, appliances, cabinets, floors, and the list goes on. No detail has been missed in this spacious 1 bedroom in a PreWar Condo 24hr DM building on this great Museum Block. Enjoy your FANTASTIC windowed eat-in-kitchen sitting on a built-in banquette with drawers, with Viking Stove & Dishwasher, Bosch Washer/Dryer, double sink, limestone floors, and black granite counter tops. Relax in your windowed bathroom in your luxurious Jacuzzi tub. Plenty of closets for all your needs: 1 linen, 1 cedar coat closet, and 3 in the bedroom. Enjoy your living room with thru the wall speakers, new A/C units, HDWD floors, and high ceilings. Loads of PreWar details, moldings, beamed ceilings and tons of charm. Apartment faces West and gets great afternoon light. Pets OK with extra security. Included in the rent is electric/gas and a large storage bin. This truly is the PERFECT PAD!!! LR: 13.5 X 20.5, BR: 10 X 15.75 Kit: 7.75 X 19 Available September 1, 2015.

Occupied

2 Beds, 1 Bath

2 Beds

1 Bath

$4,200

Listed by Don Hurwitz
Days on market: 2220
Available August 1 This beautiful appointed apartment has tons of pre-war charm with all the modern conveniences. The large living room faces west and has city-proof windows. The kitchen has marble countertops, ample storage space and beautiful wooden cabinetry, The sizable master bedroom has two fitted closets and exposed ceiling beams. The second bedroom is perfect for a home office, or baby room and has a east facing window. There is a washer and dryer in the apartment. This building is located just a block away from the subway and the M79 crosstown bus. The amenities include a 24 hour doorman, live in super common laundry room and bike storage. Annual - $4,200 Per Month

Occupied

11A

2 Beds

2 Baths

$6,000

Listed by Grant Braswell
Days on market: 3772
Location, Location, Location! This is your opportunity to live in a spacious Pre-War Condominium in the heart of the Upper West Side. Enjoy city and river views through eleven windows on the eleventh floor. This corner apartment has two bedrooms, two full baths, an eat-in kitchen and a large foyer. There are pre-war details including hardwood floors and beamed 9' high ceilings. Pets are allowed on a case-by-case basis. The Hopkins Condominium is a pre-war 24hr doorman building with a live-in super, bike storage and additional storage available for rent. There are great food options nearby like grocers Fairway, Zabar's, Citarella and Westside market. Coffee shops abound including Irving Coffee, Oren's Daily Roast and Joe. There are great restauarants of all kinds including Luke's Lobster, Dovetail, Jacob's Pickles, Red Farm and Barney Greengrass. For culture and entertainment, head over to the Natural History Museum, Hayden Planetarium, AMC theaters or head outside to Central Park or Riverside Park. When you want to get around town, the 1 is train is less than 500 feet away or take a short walk to the B/C lines. Available starting the latter half of April. Please contact us for a private showing.

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