The Belnord
Independent Living · New York City, NY

The Belnord

Independent Living · New York City, NY

Overview of The Belnord

The Belnord, conveniently situated at 225 West 86th Street, New York, is a classic senior living community offering independent living services. With its prime location between Central Park and Riverside Park at the center of the vibrant Upper West Side, this community is known to be a masterpiece re-imagined. Here, residents can choose from a selection of comfortable and well-appointed accommodations ranging from two-to-six bedrooms either for rent or for sale. Having a highly equipped and dedicated team, the community ensures round-the-clock assistance and support to maintain comfort and security within the vicinity.

Experience its top-of-the-line amenities and services wherein residents can make the most out of their stay. Spend quality time with friends by utilizing the community’s state-of-the-art facilities devoted to recreation and wellness. Explore its beautifully created outdoor common spaces and create meaningful memories with new companions. At The Belnord, seniors are guaranteed a promising and secure living experience.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #2 / 179Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 2nd out of 179 independent living communities we track in New York for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New York facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in New York that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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Programs that may help with care and living costs in New York State

The Belnord is in New York City, New York State. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Rent relief

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

Who it is for
New York City tenants 62+ in rent-regulated apartments with limited income

Eligibility

General
New York City tenants age 62+ in qualifying rent-regulated apartments who meet the income test and spend more than one-third of household income on rent.
NY specifics
New York City only: the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island.

What it provides

  • Freezes qualifying rent increases; landlords receive a tax-abatement credit equal to exempted increases.
Homeowner tax relief

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

Who it is for
New York City homeowners 65+ with limited income
Income limit
Current NYC program page lists combined owner/spouse/co-owner annual income no more than $58,399. Future July 2027 legislative changes must not be applied to the present benefit year.

Eligibility

General
Owners generally must be 65+, with spouse/sibling exceptions; ownership generally required for 12 consecutive months and property must be the primary residence, with stated exceptions.
NY specifics
New York City only: the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island.

What it provides

  • Income-based exemption reduces taxable assessed value; not necessarily the tax bill by the same percentage.
Housing support

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

Who it is for
New York City adults with spare private space, or adults looking for a shared home, where one of the pair is 60+

Eligibility

General
Adult hosts with spare private space are matched with adult guests; at least one of the matchmates must be age 60 or older.
NY specifics
New York City only: the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island.

What it provides

  • Free home-sharing matching service; living arrangements and contributions are agreed between matchmates.
Prescription-cost assistance

Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC)

Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC)

Who it is for
New Yorkers 65+ with qualifying income who have, or can get, Medicare Part D
Income limit
Annual income up to $75,000 single or $100,000 married.

Eligibility

General
New York residents 65+ with qualifying income who are enrolled or eligible to enroll in Medicare Part D and are not receiving full Medicaid benefits. Enrollment is available throughout the year.

What it provides

  • Supplements eligible Medicare Part D prescription costs through income-based fee or deductible plans; premium assistance depends on program rules.
In-home support

Community First Choice Option

Community First Choice Option

Who it is for
New York Medicaid members who need attendant services and supports at home

Eligibility

General
Medicaid Community First Choice Option supplies home/community attendant services and supports to eligible individuals needing an institutional level of care.

What it provides

  • Home and community-based assistance with daily activities and health-related tasks that can be performed by an aide or direct-care worker.
In-home support

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

Who it is for
New Yorkers 60+ who need help with personal care or chores and are not eligible for Medicaid
Income limit
EISEP uses income-based sliding cost sharing.

Eligibility

General
Age 60+ with need for help with personal care or household chores, not eligible for Medicaid; locally assessed for nonmedical in-home support.

What it provides

  • Case management and; when assessed and available; in-home assistance; noninstitutional respite and ancillary support.
In-home support and nursing-home transition

Nursing Home Transition and Diversion (NHTD) Medicaid Waiver

Nursing Home Transition and Diversion (NHTD) Medicaid Waiver

Who it is for
New York Medicaid recipients with nursing-facility level of care who can live safely in the community

Eligibility

General
Medicaid recipients with community-based long-term-care coverage, nursing-facility level of care, and a safe community plan; age 65+, or age 18–64 with a physical disability. Conflicting case-management or managed long-term-care enrollment must be resolved.

What it provides

  • Assessed waiver supports that allow eligible people to leave a nursing facility or avoid admission and live in the community.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Belnord

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is The Belnord in?
The Belnord is in the Manhattan neighborhood of New York.
02 Is The Belnord in a walkable area?
The Belnord has a walk score of 99. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
03 Are pets allowed at The Belnord?
No, The Belnord has a no-pet policy.
04 Are there photos of The Belnord?
Yes — there are 9 photos of The Belnord in the photo gallery on this page.
05 What levels of care does The Belnord provide?
The Belnord offers Independent Living.
06 What is the address of The Belnord?
The Belnord is located at 225 W 86Th St, New York, NY 10024.
07 What is the phone number of The Belnord?
(212) 875-0225 will put you in contact with the team at The Belnord.