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50 W 72ND STREET - 50 W 72ND STREET

The Ruxton Towers are just steps away from Manhattan's best.

ABOUT THE RUXTON

Where modern amenities meet historic New York City, the Ruxton Towers embody the best of the Upper West Side. This pre-war building has been restored to its original 1927 charm, boasting 18 stories high with 210 units including studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments. Just outside of the Ruxton doors, explore the vibrant neighborhood brownstones and conveniently stroll to your favorite restaurants, bars, museums, parks, and more.

  • 24/7 DOORMAN
  • ELEVATOR
  • TENANT STORAGE
  • PET-FRIENDLY
  • COINLESS LAUNDRY
  • BUILDINGLINK INTEGRATION

West Side, Best Side.

Stretching over 50 blocks long and four avenues wide — the Upper West Side is buzzing with endless restaurants, bars, grocery stores, and retail shops that will surely give you any dining or shopping experience you may want.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Dine & Shop

Stretching over 50 blocks long and four avenues wide — the Upper West Side is buzzing with endless restaurants, bars, grocery stores, and retail shops that will surely give you any dining or shopping experience you may want. Shop along Broadway for all the commercial retailers you love or support local businesses while exploring the independently-owned shops along Columbus and Amsterdam.

Discover a few neighborhood favorites for eats and drinks like The Ribbon, Zucker's Bagels, Lilly's Cocktail & Wine Bar, Levain, Magnolia Bakery, The Mermaid Inn, Jacob's Pickles, Tessa, and so many more.

NEARBY GROCERY STORES & LOCAL MARKETS

  • Trader Joe's

  • Fairway

  • Zabar's

  • Citarella

  • Whole Foods

Schools & Universities

The Upper West Side is home to some of the most prestigious colleges in the city, including Fordham University at Lincoln Center, Columbia University, The Juilliard School, Richard Gilder Graduate School, New York Institute of Technology, and more. The area is also considered to be one of the best neighborhoods in Manhattan for both K-12 public and private educations, making it most desirable to parents with young children and growing families.

TOP RATED UWS PUBLIC & PRIVATE SCHOOLS

  • Trinity School — #2 in Niche list of Best K-12 Private Schools in the U.S.

  • Collegiate School

  • Dwight School

  • Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School

  • York Prep School

  • Alexander Robertson School

  • Calhoun School

  • 301 Freedom Place South

  • Gateway School

  • Columbia Secondary School

Things To Do

The Upper West Side is one of the best areas in the city for museums, performing arts centers, and theaters — including Lincoln Center, American Museum of Natural History, Beacon Theater, Children's Museum of Manhattan, and more. Hosting some of the city's most iconic events and activities, there's always something to do within walking distance.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

  • Lincoln Center

  • American Museum of Natural History

  • Beacon Theater

  • Children's Museum of Manhattan

  • New York Historical Society

  • West Side Comedy Club

  • Symphony Space

Public Transportation

Public transportation on the Upper West Side is a leading highlight of the area, making the neighborhood one of the most sought-after places to live in the city. A robust system of bus and subway stations can be found on almost every block — the possibilities are endless on the Upper West.

The main subway service consists of local 1 train, express trains 2 and 3, and local trains A, B, C and D.

LOCAL BUS LINES

M5, M7, M10, M11, M12, M104, M20, M57, M66, M72, M79, M86, M96, M106

Parks & Playgrounds

The Upper West Side is nestled between two famous New York City parks — Central Park and Riverside Park, both known for hosting local dog walkers, bikers, and runners. Green space accessibility to local neighborhood residents is some of the best in all of Manhattan. Accompanying these popular parks are a multitude of smaller green spaces available to community members looking for playgrounds, dog parks, picnic spots, and other outdoor spaces.

LOCAL PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS

  • Central Park

  • Riverside Park

  • Hippo Playground

  • Theodore Roosevelt Park

  • Lincoln Towers Park

  • Bloomingdale Playground

  • Morningside Park

  • Damrosch Park

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