203 W 98Th St

A six-story, prewar cooperative constructed in 1920, this Upper West Side boutique building presents classic early-20th-century townhouse scale rather than a full high-rise. The exterior greets residents with antique wrought-iron entry doors and a marble lobby detailed with dentil molding; hallways and common areas have been periodically renovated to preserve historic character while remaining well maintained. Units are primarily true one-bedroom layouts featuring high ceilings (often 9.5–10 feet), hardwood floors or herringbone oak, picture moldings, and generous windows that provide multiple exposures in many apartments. Typical interiors include small entry foyers with overhead storage, separate eat-in or windowed kitchens (some renovated with granite counters and stainless appliances), windowed bathrooms with traditional tilework, built-in storage and defined dining areas. Building services and systems are modest and resident-focused: keyed elevator security (elevator keyed to each floor), a part-time or live-in superintendent, bike storage, a renovated central laundry room, and on-site storage. The coop is pet-friendly (board approval policies apply), allows subletting under defined conditions, and considers gifting/guarantors case by case. Parking is not a feature of the property; neighborhood transit access is strong with nearby 1/2/3 and B/C lines, and local conveniences include Whole Foods, Westside Market and easy walking access to both Central and Riverside Parks, supporting an urban, park-oriented lifestyle.