$2,559,279Average Value$2,018Average Price per Sq Ft158Homes For Sale
Upper East Side area with refined taste and neighborly charm
Though its name is relatively new and little known, Metropolitan Hill occupies a quintessential slice of the city, from 77th to 86th Streets north to south and Central Park to Third Avenue east to west. The world-renowned Metropolitan Museum of Art grounds the area’s west side, hence the name. Even with one of the city’s biggest attractions, the neighborhood has maintained its old-school character. Intimate side streets, ornate architecture, family-owned eateries and distinguished schools represent residents’ taste for laid-back luxury.
Locals and tourists take in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Classic pre-war apartments showcasing Metropolitan Hill's rich history.
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Ritzy buildings and luxury living
Buyers can find a vast assortment of architecture in Metropolitan Hill. Various revivalist-style rowhouses and Italianate brownstones line lush side streets. In the neighborhood’s most prestigious area, The Metropolitan Museum Historic District, stately Beaux-Arts mansions are tucked between luxury, limestone high-rises, like the co-op at 1020 Fifth Avenue, which was designed by the same architects as Grand Central Terminal. With such a historical legacy, buyers expect to pay millions for their homes, especially along Central Park and the avenues. Studio and one-bedroom units in co-ops start as low as $350,000 but reach about $2 million. Larger co-op units can list for $1 million or soar into the tens of millions. Studios or one-bedrooms in luxury, white-glove condos have a higher entry point of $1.3 million, while two-bedroom units approach $6 million. Large units and penthouses have grand asking prices, ranging from $6 million to $35 million.
Metropolitan Hill has charming rows of townhouses with classic brownstone.
Limestone high rise co-ops are found along Fifth Avenue in Metropolitan Hill.
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Proximity to famous art museums
Compared to other Manhattanites, UES residents have unparalleled access to the arts. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, with its 2.2 million square feet of artwork, anchors the southernmost part of Museum Mile. In less than a 10-minute walk, residents can reach the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, known for its unique spiral ramp designed by architect Frank Llloyd Wright.
Metropolitan Hill is named after the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
The Guggenheim Museum near Metropolitan Hill is known for its unique spiral ramp.
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Moments from Central Park attractions
With Central Park at their doorstep, Metropolitan Hill residents have access to 843 acres of green space. Active parts like The Great Lawn and The Ramble offer recreational fields and winding wooded trails. The Central Park Zoo, Shakespeare Garden, and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir are close by too.
Soak up some sun on the Great Lawn in Central Park.
Central Park's Zoo is a great place to check out with the kids.
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Locals frequent old-school establishments
In Metropolitan Hill, the more worn the leather booth, the more beloved a restaurant is by locals. A handful of storied, family-owned restaurants have served the neighborhood for decades. Mainstays include Pastrami Queen, a must-visit Jewish deli, and JG Melon, a cash-only pub famous for its burgers. The locally-owned Picky Barista keeps with the area’s charm and old-world vibe. Residents can also get groceries along the commercial avenues at larger chains, like Whole Foods or Morton Williams, or smaller markets, like Eli’s or Citarella Gourmet.
Pastrami sandwiches are the best in the city and Patrami Queen nearby Metropolitan Hill.
Gourmet supermarket Citarella is a regular option for food near Metropolitan Hill.
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Top-tier public and private schools
Families flock to the UES for its wealth of highly-rated public and private schools. Young learners can attend elementary school at the A-rated P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake and continue on to the A-rated East Side Middle School. One of the highest-ranked public high schools in New York, Eleanor Roosevelt High School, earns an A+ rating from Niche and has a 100 percent graduation rate. Elite, nationally renowned, K-12 private institutions in neighboring Carnegie Hill include all-girls Spence School and co-ed Dalton School.
Upper East Side's P.S. 6 Lillie D Blake fosters a love for learning.
Established in 1919, The Dalton School's enrollment is approximately 1300 students.
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Four modes of transportation
Two subway stations along Lexington Avenue flank the neighborhood: the 6 train at 77th Street and the 4, 5 and 6 trains at 86th Street. Over 10 bus lines service the area, heading in all directions. To cut through the park to the Upper West Side, residents hop on the crosstown M79 or M86 express bus. Taxis and Citi bikes are also readily available along the avenues.
The 6 train stops at 77th street near Metropolitan Hill.
The Second Avenue line runs near to Metropolitan Hill.
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Parks in this Area
Great Lawn
Picnic Area
Trails
Events
Samuel Seabury Playground
Basketball
Playground
Events
Ruppert Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Central Park
Abraham and Joseph Spector Playground
Playground
Ancient Playground
Transit
Airport
Laguardia
19 min drive
Subway
77 Street (4,6 Line)
Subway
86 Street (4,5,6 Line)
Bus
Madison Av & E 79 St
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Lexington Av & E 86 St
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Lexington Av & E 79 St
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Madison Av & E 77 St
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Lexington Av & E 83 St
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Madison Av & E 83 St
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E 79 St & 5 Av
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Metropolitan Hill
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Metropolitan Hill, Manhattan sell after 151 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Metropolitan Hill, Manhattan over the last 12 months is $4,135,338, down 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Newly and beautifully renovated in 2023 by an esteemed architect and designer, residence 4AS is a sophisticated and expansive 3 bedroom (convertible 4 bedroom), 3-bathroom home, perfectly located on Museum Mile. Blending timeless charm with modern upgrades, 4AS welcomes you through a gracious foyer, which flows seamlessly into the grand living and dining space -perfect for comfortable
Exquisitely renovated and filled with natural light, this home offers refined living in the heart of the Upper East Side’s Gold Coast.Located in La Residence, a boutique luxury condominium designed by the preeminent architect & designer Thierry Despont, this stunning residence features soaring 13-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, an elegantly designed kitchen, and tasteful marble bathrooms.
Experience Timeless Charm and Modern Comfort at 120 East 85th Street, Apt. 2EStep into the perfect blend of prewar elegance and modern amenities with this beautifully maintained Classic "6" coop at 120 East 85th Street, Apt. 2E. This inviting residence features three spacious bedrooms, two baths, and a delightful dining room, offering an ideal setting for both relaxing and
This intimate and beautifully maintained pre-war boutique co-op sits between Lexington and Third Avenues, only two blocks from the 86th Street subway station and multiple bus lines. East 84th Street is a tree lined block convenient to all shopping and dining options and very close to Central Park, the Guggenheim and MET museums.This north facing 2nd floor studio has two large
Exquisite Duplex at 27 East 79th Street Welcome to Residence 7 - a grand 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath duplex with a home office, stunning southern views, and partial Central Park vistas. This elegant home offers direct keyed elevator access, ensuring the utmost privacy. Thoughtfully designed with white oak parquet floors, custom millwork, and soaring ceilings, the residence
A truly exceptional full-floor penthouse, surrounded by expansive, beautifully landscaped terraces with direct access from every room-offering seamless indoor-outdoor living and breathtaking natural light in every direction. The residence was meticulously rebuilt from the studs up over four years, featuring a reinforced roof with new steel I-beams, allowing for an exceptionally rare
Maria PashbyBrown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
The advertised rate of $27,310/month is the lowest available price, based on a 12 month(s) and 0 day(s) stay with a move-in date of June 1, 2025. Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates.Additional pricing info: (1) price quoted is for rent only, (2) this rate
New To The Market! First Showing at Open House on Sunday from 1230pm-2pm.Perfectly situated on one of the Upper Eastside's best blocks, this spacious and elegant 2 bed / 2.5 bath residence with a home office or formal dining room, is rich with prewar details, yet designed for today's modern living.This exquisite light-filled home by renowned designer Andres Escobar features a meticulous design
The advertised rate of $27,310/month is the lowest available price, based on a 12 month(s) and 0 day(s) stay with a move-in date of May 26, 2025. Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates.Additional pricing info: (1) price quoted is for rent only, (2) this rate
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
13,968
Median Age
48
Population Density
123 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$148,347
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$174,050
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
College Graduates
85.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
53.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
81/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
98/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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