Yorkville, located on Manhattan's Upper East Side between East 79th and 96th Streets, is about 0.5 square miles in width with a high-density, vibrant populace. Its residents tally around 85,000–90,000 as of the latest 2025 estimates. The community is relatively affluent, boasting a median household income far exceeding the city average, reflective of a successful, professional lifestyle.
Here, you’ll find a delightful architectural mix: stately pre-war brownstones, classic co-ops, and sleek modern high-rises. Luxury condominiums with full-service lobbies coexist alongside charming walk-ups and boutique-style mid-rise buildings. The neighborhood’s homes often come with doormen or concierge services, traits that appeal to families and professionals who value both style and security.
Transit is a cornerstone of Yorkville's appeal. The extension of the Second Avenue Subway, with stations at 86th Street and 96th Street, provides fast downtown access, and the NYC Ferry station on East 90th Street offers commuting convenience. The amenities are fueling growth and desirability continuously.
Yorkville draws a mature, mixed-age demographic. You’ll spot mid-career professionals, doctors, lawyers, academics, and small business owners. Families with children appreciate proximity to excellent public and private schools. At the same time, senior residents, longtime locals enjoy stable, friendly blocks. Smaller clusters of young professionals and recent graduates are also emerging, drawn by walkable cafes, fitness studios, and green spaces like Carl Schurz Park.
Although Yorkville is no tourist magnet, it does have some attractions: the venerable Gracie Mansion (the mayor's official residence) has painting shows and events; the "Little Hungary" community along Second Avenue preserves cultural traditions; and local treasures like Café Sabarsky or the promenade along the East River add local character. Less rowdy than Midtown but teeming with daily life.
Yorkville in mid-2025 is transforming. Developers are completing several upscale residential towers with sumptuous amenities, front-of-mind rooftop gardens, high-end fitness studios, and private lounges. Local businesses transform, too: new boutique wellness studios, neighborhood-strengthening cafes, and artisan bakeries become more common on Lexington and Second Avenue intersections. Social media buzz on Instagram and others lauds sunny riverfront brunches and farmers market pop-ups, indicating a community that values attainable elegance and quality of life.