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$480,000
MLS# RLS20118500 · Lincoln Square
Listed October 1, 2026 · 25 days on the market
0 Beds 1 Baths
Oversized East-Facing Alcove Studio with Abundant Light, Storage & Open City Views
Welcome to Apartment 12L at 165 West End Avenue, a generously proportioned and beautifully maintained alcove studio in the highly regarded Lincoln Towers complex. Framed by four large, brand-new east-facing windows, the apartment is filled with natural light and enjoys serene garden and city views, with striking Manhattan vistas creating a beautiful backdrop beyond.
Thoughtfully laid out for both comfortable living and entertaining, the residence offers a spacious living and dining area, a well-defined sleeping alcove, and a dedicated dressing area. Custom-designed adjustable shelving and a distinctive desk/workspace add both function and character to the living space. Storage is exceptional throughout, with five generous closets, including a large walk-in and one additional closet outfitted with Elfa shelving, drawers, and hanging systems. Three other spacious closets provide abundant storage without built-ins, offering flexibility for a variety of needs.
The spacious galley kitchen is clean, functional, and ready to enjoy, featuring a new floor, while also offering the opportunity to create a more personalized culinary space. A renovated bathroom and freshly painted interiors complete the home, making it comfortable and move-in ready.
Lincoln Towers offers exceptional amenities, including an outstanding staff, 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, fitness center, central laundry, package room, library, playroom, and circular driveway for convenient pick-up and drop-off. Storage and bike room are available by waitlist. The building also features an on-site dry cleaner and parking garage. Residents enjoy direct access to Lincoln Towers' private park, with beautifully landscaped gardens, playgrounds, picnic areas, basketball courts, a pickleball court, and abundant open space for recreation and relaxation.
Ideally located near Lincoln Center, Riverside Park, Central Park, Columbus Circle and the Time Warner Center, with the Upper West Side's renowned restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and cultural attractions all close by. Convenient access to multiple bus lines and both local and express subway service.
Monthly maintenance includes gas, heat, and electricity, offering an important measure of convenience and value.

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$3,631 / month
Co-op share loans aren't subject to mortgage recording tax. Not included: attorney, title insurance, lender and appraisal fees, board application and move-in fees, flip tax and prepaid items. Estimates only, based on the published New York State rates. Your attorney and lender will confirm the real figures.
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165 W END Avenue is a 28-story condominium in Lincoln Square, completed in 1962 and home to 403 residential units.
The closest subway is 72 St (1, 2, 3), about a 7-minute walk. Riverside Park South is roughly 3 minutes away on foot.
Compiled from NYC public records and open data.
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165 W END Avenue 12L
Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.
The Neighborhood
Lincoln Square is covered by our Upper West Side guide.
Grand prewar residences flanked by two iconic parks and world-renowned cultural institutions.
Walkability
9/10
Public transit
9/10
Schools
10/10
Dining
9/10
Groceries & parks
9/10
Strong public schools like PS 87 and PS 199, top progressive private schools, and many students who transition into elite NYC high schools.
Private schools in the area include Collegiate School, Trinity School, Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School, The Calhoun School.
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