The Rockwood

20 E 68th St, New York, NY 10065

Condo Building In Lenox Hill

Units

83

Stories

15

Year Built

1955

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Units for Rent

2 Available Units

The Rockwood

116,104

Total Sq Ft

Condominium

Building Type

R.E.M. Residential

Property Manager

The Rockwood, completed in 1955, stands as a testament to mid-century design on Manhattan's prestigious Upper East Side. This 15-story condominium, located just a block from Central Park, houses 83 units ranging from studios to spacious three-bedroom apartments. The building's simple, functional design features a grid of windows and a flat facade, prioritizing practicality and comfort over architectural flourishes. Situated on the corner of East 68th Street and Madison Avenue, The Rockwood offers residents a prime location in one of New York City's most coveted neighborhoods, surrounded by world-class museums, high-end shopping, and fine dining establishments.

The Rockwood is a condominium located in New York and the 10065 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York County attendance zone.

Building Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Heating
  • Doorman
  • On-Site Retail
  • Kitchen
  • Roof Terrace
  • Storage Space
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Patio

Location

20 E 68th, New York,
NY 10065

Neighborhood

Lenox Hill is a happening part of Manhattan’s Upper East Side that’s adjacent to the one and only Central Park! In this iconic grassy oasis you’ll find the Central Park Zoo, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Great Lawn, and so much more. Lenox Hill is known for its artistic vibe, bustling urban streets, excellent public transit, and riverfront views. Lenox Hill has several subway stations that will take you anywhere in the New York City area, from Manhattan to Brooklyn to Queens!

In fact, Lenox Hill is located across East River from Roosevelt Island. This neighborhood houses Rockefeller University, along with famous retailers like Barneys and Bloomingdales. Enjoy popular restaurants such as Tony’s Di Napoli and JG Melon, and venture out to local movie theaters, art galleries, and comedy clubs after you grab a bite to eat such as the historic landmark Park Avenue Armory.

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Education

College & Universities Distance

Walk: 3 mins walk / 0.2 away
0.2 mi
Walk: 10 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 15 mins walk / 0.8 away
0.8 mi
Walk: 15 mins walk / 0.8 away
0.8 mi

The Rockwood is within 3 minutes or 0.2 mile from Hunter College. It is also near Marymount Manhattan College and Weill Cornell Medical College.

Schools

East Side Elementary School, PS 267

Public Elementary School

Grades K-5

362 Students

AttendanceZone

9

Out of 10

Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

1019 Students

AttendanceZone

8

Out of 10

Life Sciences Secondary School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

301 Students

AttendanceZone

3

Out of 10

Nyc Lab High School For Collaborative Studies

Public High School

Grades 9-12

463 Students

AttendanceZone

9

Out of 10

Ella Baker School

Public School

Grades PK, K-8

337 Students

Nearby

7

Out of 10

Dominican Academy

Private High School

Grades 9-12

0 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

Rabbi Arthur Schneier Park East Day School

Private School

Grades PK-8

264 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

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Transportation

Transportation options available in New York include 68 Street-Hunter College, located 0.2 mile from The Rockwood.

Transit/Subway Distance

Walk: 4 mins walk / 0.2 away
0.2 mi
Walk: 8 mins walk / 0.4 away
0.4 mi
Walk: 9 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 12 mins walk / 0.6 away
0.6 mi
Walk: 12 mins walk / 0.6 away
0.6 mi

Commuter Rail Distance

Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.2 away
1.2 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 1.4 away
1.4 mi
Drive: 7 mins drive / 2.3 away
2.3 mi
Drive: 7 mins drive / 2.4 away
2.4 mi
Drive: 7 mins drive / 2.6 away
2.6 mi
The Rockwood is near Laguardia, located 7.4 miles or 17 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 15.8 miles or 24 minutes away.

Airports Distance

Drive: 17 mins drive / 7.4 away
7.4 mi
Drive: 24 mins drive / 15.8 away
15.8 mi
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100
Out of 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
77
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
Scores provided by Walk Score

Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Rockwood.

Shopping Centers Distance

Walk: 12 mins walk / 0.7 away
0.7 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 1.4 away
1.4 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 2.0 away
2.0 mi
The Rockwood has 3 shopping centers within 2.0 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks & Recreation Distance

Walk: 5 mins walk / 0.3 away
0.3 mi
Walk: 8 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 11 mins walk / 0.6 away
0.6 mi
Walk: 12 mins walk / 0.6 away
0.6 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.4 away
1.4 mi
The Rockwood has 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including Central Park Zoo, Central Park, and St. Catherine's Park.

Hospitals Distance

Walk: 12 mins walk / 0.6 away
0.6 mi
Drive: 3 mins drive / 1.2 away
1.2 mi
Drive: 2 mins drive / 1.1 away
1.1 mi
The Rockwood has 3 hospitals within 1.2 miles, the nearest is Lenox Hill Hospital which is 0.6 mile away and a 12 minutes drive.

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