Our first Upper West Side rental is a cozy Lincoln Square 1-bedroom. It’s located in the Danielle, a prewar co-op less than two blocks from Central Park. Plus it’s also super-close to Trader Joe’s, Fairway, and the subways at West 72nd Street and Broadway. Inside, an open kitchen with window and breakfast bar sets the place up nicely. The bedroom sports a double closet. The pet-friendly building offers a small gym, laundry, and bike room. No board approval! Anita Filice at Brown Harris Stevens is the listing agent.

What’s more enviable than a Central Park West address? Don’t be fooled by the fact that this Upper West Side rental is, technically, a studio. Its spacious configuration is super versatile. A foyer entry with a closet eases you in. A renovated separate kitchen is adjacent to a slightly raised dining area. The windowed bathroom is big, too, and there’s even a dressing area. An alcove with a closet and built-in shelves makes a great office nook — or sleeping area. Miriam Flink-Herman at Douglas Elliman is the listing agent.

Conveniently located near Central Park and the subways at West 86th Street, this bright 1-bedroom boast lots of tall windows. The $2,100 price is enticing, too, making it a popular pick among StreetEasy shoppers. It boasts fresh hardwoods, a spacious kitchen, and a king-size bedroom. Plus, heat and hot water are included! Celal Demirci and Gordon D. Sokich at Luxor Homes are the leasing agents.

Too charming to resist! Here’s a lofted, sun-filled studio that sits on the parlor floor of a classic brownstone. Exposed brick, high ceilings, and elaborately wood-trimmed windows set the tone. The renovated kitchen delivers a dishwasher. Up the spiral stairs is a sleeping loft that contains storage, too. This Upper West Side rental is for rent by its owner; reach out on the listing for more details.

We’ve reached the final stop on our tour of Upper West Side rentals under $2,500. It’s a convenient location on West 98th Street between Broadway and Amsterdam. Two things stand out about this 1-bedroom. First, it’s got a snazzy little kitchen with everything you need, including a dishwasher and breakfast bar. And second, there’s a slew of built-in storage options. So if making dinner and keeping things clutter-free are your game, this is a good bet from Irene Levine at City Connections.