The Dorothy McGowan
518 W 159th St,
New York,
NY
10032
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Built in 2009
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38 units/5 stories
About The Dorothy McGowan
Come enjoy New York living at The Dorothy McGowan. This community is located on W 159th St in New York. The leasing staff is eager to show off our wonderful community. Give us a call now to schedule your tour.
The Dorothy McGowan is an apartment community located in New York County and the 10032 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District # 6 attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Property Manager on Site
- Elevator
Apartment Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
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This bustling neighborhood houses New York City landmarks and offers unbeatable views of the Hudson River. Diversity, culture, and cuisine run deep in Washington Heights. Residents enjoy Washington Height’s variety of people and personalities, as well as the neighborly feel that accompanies this urban area.
Washington Heights offers lively streets where there is always something going on, from family-friendly festivals and live music to street vendors and more. Public parks are a valued part of the community, such as Fort Washington Park and Highbridge Park, located on opposite sides of the neighborhood. Discover the site of the Little Red Lighthouse, Manhattan’s only lighthouse, at Fort Washington Park, along with views of the Hudson River, the New Jersey Palisades, and the George Washington Bridge. Enjoy sports fields, playgrounds, greenways paths, and waterfront access.
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Amenities
- Property Manager on Site
- Elevator
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi |
The Dorothy McGowan is within 4 minutes or 1.6 miles from Yeshiva University, Wilf. It is also near The City College of New York and Hostos Community College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
441 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
612 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
236 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
171 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
163 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation options available in New York include 157 Street, located 0.2 mile from The Dorothy McGowan. The Dorothy McGowan is near Laguardia, located 8.6 miles or 18 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 21.3 miles or 25 minutes away.
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.5 mi |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi | |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Laguardia
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Drive: | 18 min | 8.6 mi |
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 25 min | 21.3 mi |
Time and distance from The Dorothy McGowan.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
The Dorothy McGowan has 3 shopping centers within 2.2 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Roger Morris Park
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Northern Manhattan Parks
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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J Hood Wright Park
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Jackie Robinson Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Highbridge Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.9 mi |
The Dorothy McGowan has 5 parks within 3.9 miles, including Roger Morris Park, Northern Manhattan Parks, and Jackie Robinson Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi |
The Dorothy McGowan has 3 hospitals within 2.3 miles, the nearest is New York State Psychiatric Institute which is 0.6 mile away and a 12 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 26 min | 11.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 12.5 mi |
The Dorothy McGowan is 11.4 miles from Governors Island Support Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Fort Totten US Govt Reservation.
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What neighborhood is the property located in?
The Dorothy McGowan is in Washington Heights in the city of New York. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 2.2 miles of the property. Five parks are within 3.9 miles, including Roger Morris Park, Northern Manhattan Parks, and Jackie Robinson Park.
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