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SOLD FOR $1,230,000

· Closed April 23, 2015

161 W 61st Street #28E
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,230,000

$1,496 per sq ft

161 W 61st Street #28E

Upper West Side, Manhattan

THE ALFRED CONDOMINIUM

MLS® #RLS10069430

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

822

Sq. Ft.

1988

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 822 sq ft
Year Built 1988
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $946.74/mo
Property Taxes $13,260/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 28 of 36

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony
  • Climate Control: Wall Units

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 28 of 36
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Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street W 61 STREET & Amsterdam Avenue
Year Built 1988
Living Area 822 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1132-1173

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 24, 2015 $1,198,000 -
Currently May 18, 2026 $1,230,000 +2.7%

Description

Spacious luxury one bedroom condo, one and a half bath on the Upper West Side, directly across from Lincoln Center. This apartment has open city views from each room, hardwood floors, over sized windows, great closet space, 9 foot ceilings, dining area with open kitchen, washer and dryer, and a balcony overlooking Lincoln Center and the New York skyline. The Alfred is a full service condominium with full-time doorman and staff, community room, courtyard garden, storage, bike room and world class recreation amenities including a 75-foot pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, gym, and racquetball court. The building is FIOS and cable ready, and has a garage on premise for an extra fee. Columbus Circle shopping, Central Park, fantastic restaurants, and public transportation are only a few blocks away. There is an assessment of $187.95 per month until December 2015.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Garden Balcony Balcony

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $946.74/mo
RE Taxes $13,260/yr ($1,105/mo)
Original Price $1,198,000
Sale Price $1,230,000
Previous Price $1,198,000

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Upper West Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

589

Median Asking Price

$1.47M

Median $/Sqft

$1,492

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

31%

Sold (30 Days)

21

Median Sale Price

$1.68M

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Location

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161 W 61st Street #28E, Upper West Side, New York County • Near W 61 STREET & Amsterdam Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1988
Year Built
38 years old
36
Floors
219
Residential Units
C4-7
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $38,503,802
Land Value: $7,778,691
Exemptions: $239,629

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 14,109 SF
Building Area: 210,910 SF
Built FAR: 14.95
Allowed FAR: 10

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $946.74 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $13,260, or roughly $1,105 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 822 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1988, making it approximately 38 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,230,000 for 822 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,496. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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MLS® ID: RLS10069430
First Listed: 1/24/2015
Price Changed: 4/24/2015
Closed: 4/23/2015
Contract Date: 1/24/2015

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Helena Park

Listing Contact: (212) 289-8899

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