125 W 96Th St

A six-story prewar cooperative constructed in 1937, this boutique Art Deco building occupies a prime Upper West Side block between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues. The masonry façade gestures to 1930s design with arched entry details; an elevator serves the modest midrise scale. Residences are predominantly studios and one-bedrooms, many retaining classic prewar elements such as high ceilings, sunken living areas, arched doorways, and original hardwood floors, while several units show sympathetic modern updates to kitchens and baths. Common areas include a welcoming entry foyer and a staffed lobby with a live-in superintendent. On-site conveniences are practical rather than lavish: shared laundry, a bicycle room, and video intercom security. There is no designated outdoor amenity or landscaped grounds, and the building’s pet policy is restrictive (dogs typically not permitted). Maintenance charges are described as low and stable. The location is a major lifestyle draw — two blocks from the Columbus Square retail center (Whole Foods, HomeGoods, Trader Joe’s within a short walk), steps to express subway lines (1/2/3 and B/C), and minutes from both Central and Riverside Parks, placing daily shopping, transit, and green space within easy reach.