$3,800 / Month
1703 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10128
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
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| 2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — |
About This Property
A rare opportunity to live in a newly revitalized rental building on the site of a former New York culinary institution, where the city's most elite A-listers like Andy Warhol, Norman Mailer, Woody Allen, Mikhail Baryshnikov and many others wined and dined in style for over five decades. Once home to the celebrated Elaine's restaurant, and now to the hip The Writing Room which pays homage to the iconic space, the new Residences at The Writing Room at 1703-05 Second Avenue, a lovely 5-story building, is a unique and exciting living destination unlike any other on the Upper East Side. Melding historical significance and old world charm with fine modern renovations, this entirely gut-renovated property with newly-restored and updated entrances and common corridors plus all-new finishes throughout exudes a sense of downtown chic complemented by uptown sophistication. Old world charm is impeccably intertwined with modern style and finishes in this floor-through Two bedroom apartment filled
1703 2nd Ave is a condo located in New York County and the 10128 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District # 2 attendance zone.
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Welcome to NYC’s Upper East Side, a neighborhood renowned for its posh reputation. Made up of several smaller communities, renters can choose from Carnegie Hill, Lenox Hill, and Yorkville. If you’re looking to find an apartment in NYC’s Upper East Side, you may already know that they are notorious for their luxury amenities and high price points. However, apartments at more affordable price points can be found in the neighborhood as well.
Wondering if it’s a good idea to make the move to the Upper East Side? First understand what the neighborhood has in store. This notable neighborhood offers a variety of attractions for residents and visitors alike. Stroll through the sidewalks of Museum Mile and explore the countless local restaurants and specialty boutiques. Make a stop at the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art, and take in New York’s famous Fifth Avenue.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi |
1703 2nd Ave is within 18 minutes or 1.0 mile from Marymount Manhattan College. It is also near Weill Cornell Medical College and Hunter College.
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Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
459 Students
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Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-11
301 Students
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Public Elementary School
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349 Students
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Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
421 Students
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Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
1,313 Students
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Transportation options available in New York include 86 St, located 0.1 mile from 1703 2nd Ave. 1703 2nd Ave is near LaGuardia, located 7.7 miles or 17 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 17.2 miles or 28 minutes away.
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| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.8 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 4.2 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 17 min | 7.7 mi |
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 28 min | 17.2 mi |
Time and distance from 1703 2nd Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 4.9 mi |
1703 2nd Ave has 3 shopping centers within 4.9 miles, which is about a 12-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
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Carl Schurz Park
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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John Jay Park
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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St. Catherine's Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Socrates Sculpture Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 4.6 mi |
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Hallets Cove Playground
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Drive: | 12 min | 4.9 mi |
1703 2nd Ave has 5 parks within 4.9 miles, including Carl Schurz Park, John Jay Park, and St. Catherine's Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
1703 2nd Ave has 3 hospitals within 0.9 mile, the nearest is Metropolitan Hospital Center which is 0.6 mile away and a 12 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 19 min | 9.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 26 min | 13.7 mi |
1703 2nd Ave is 9.2 miles from Governors Island Support Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Fort Totten US Govt Reservation.
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1703 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10128