Buy a prestige property on the Upper East Side

This storied neighborhood in Manhattan, NYC, is known for its historical heritage and classic charm as much as its coveted unobstructed views of the Park. Its tranquil streets are lined with refined architecture and prestigious residential buildings fronted by spiffy doormen, eagerly awaiting the arrival of the privileged homeowners of the Upper East Side.

Live in luxury and legacy

You’ve seen it in movies and read about it in books. Since the turn of the 20th century, the Upper East Side neighborhood has been made up of the most desirable and affluent residential blocks in Manhattan, situated between 59th and 96th Street, bordered by the waters of the East River, the famous Fifth Avenue and legendary Central Park.

You wouldn’t be the only one to crack and buy a high-end family property on the Upper East Side, many have come before you. New York’s most influential families still live east of the Park, such as the Rockefellers and Kennedys, but also today’s movie stars and famous personalities. They appreciate the peace, quiet and discretion among charming brownstones, vintage pre-war buildings, high-rise apartments with spectacular city views, overlooking Central Park, one of the biggest landmarks and green spaces in the city covering 341 hectares.

Residential buildings on the Upper East Side are known for their high standard of excellence, offering residents premium amenities and facilities: fitness centers, spas and saunas, 24-hour concierge services, theaters, indoor swimming pools and more.

The Upper East Side is characterized by this old-world allure and new-world glitz, as well an incredibly high-quality of life: gourmet markets, convenience stores, hospitals, upscale restaurants, trendy bars, movie theaters, as well as designer boutiques and high-end department stores like Bloomingdales on 59th and Lexington Avenue.

The real estate market on the Upper East Side is made even more attractive to an exigent clientele with high-purchasing power thanks to its 7 historic districts and 128 monuments, preserved by the Landmarks Preservation Committee (LPC).

Home to arts and culture

The Upper East Side or UES is also a significant cultural center. The area is home to iconic museums like the Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Guggenheim, and the Frick Collection to name but a few. You can also stroll down Madison Avenue to visit a selection of art galleries debuting cutting-edge exhibits.

A top shopping hotspot, too, the world’s most beautiful boutiques and legendary brands have established themselves on pavements of Fifth and Madison Avenues. Restaurants and cafes, like its shops, are known to set the latest trends in terms of both decor and cuisine. The world’s top chefs go to Manhattan in a never-ending chase for new flavors and creativity to delight Upper East Siders.

This cosmopolitan atmosphere offers a unique setting to raise children, even more so with its concentration of academic institutions. In total, there are around 51 schools including a French high school. Its international population is not limited to France, as there are approximately 1,337 students representing over 55 different nationalities.

It would be an honor for BARNES New York to assist your search for your precious gem on the Upper East Side.