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SOLD FOR $450,000

· Closed October 24, 2022

170 Claremont Avenue #20
Closed For Sale Co-op

$450,000

$692 per sq ft

170 Claremont Avenue #20

Morningside Heights, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10836082

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Agency

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

650

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 650 sq ft
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $683/mo
Neighborhood Morningside Heights
Floor 5 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 6
Exposure East,North,South
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street West 122nd Street/La Salle Street
Year Built 1926
Living Area 650 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1993-0043-00170-000-0000020
Block/Lot 1993/43

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 19, 2022 $450,000 -
Price Reduced Nov 2, 2022 $465,000 +3.3%

Description

A bright, quiet oasis awaits! This one bedroom home is pure perfection, featuring:

- three exposures
- 10' ceilings
- a combo washer/dryer unit
- lovely built-ins
- crown moldings
- deep closets
- over-sized windows
- charming prewar details
- and amazingly low maintenance!

This unit is on the 5th floor of a quaint walk-up building, but do not let that deter you. It is an easy ascent and well worth it.

170 Claremont is a pet-friendly, 24 unit co-op with strong financials and no flip tax. There is a bike room, package room, and storage units (with an extra fee). This location is a rare, serene pocket of Morningside Heights, on the same block as Sakura Park, near Hudson River Park and Harlem Piers. Your prestigious neighbors include Manhattan School of Music, Columbia University, Barnard College, Teachers College, and the Jewish and Union Theological Seminaries. The area is also a food mecca with Pisticci, Jin Ramen, Kitchenette, Max Soha, and more all within a few blocks. Easy access to all forms of transportation, with the 1 train being one block away.

With monthlies this low and an apartment this incredible, you have to ask yourself: Why rent when you can own in NYC? Welcome home!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed New Windows

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $683/mo
Sale Price $450,000
Previous Price $465,000

About Morningside Heights

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Morningside Heights is often referred to as the 'Academic Acropolis' of New York, home to Columbia University and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Perched on a plateau between Riverside and Morningside Parks, the neighborhood offers a scholarly and serene atmosphere. The real estate market is dominated by grand pre-war cooperatives with high ceilings and classic details, catering to those who appreciate historic architecture and green space.

Morningside Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

53

Median Asking Price

$725K

Median $/Sqft

$1,156

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

4

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

5

Median Sale Price

$963K

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Location

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170 Claremont Avenue #20, Morningside Heights, New York County • Near West 122nd Street/La Salle Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1926
Year Built
100 years old
6
Floors
24
Residential Units
R8
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,090,800
Land Value: $77,850
Exemptions: $32,740

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

Lot Area: 4,445 SF
Building Area: 20,988 SF
Built FAR: 4.72
Allowed FAR: 6.02

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 monthly maintenance are $683 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 650 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1926, making it approximately 100 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

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

At the current list price of $450,000 for 650 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $692. 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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10836082
First Listed: 4/19/2022
Price Changed: 11/2/2022
Closed: 10/24/2022
Contract Date: 4/19/2022

Listing Courtesy of The Agency - Rebecca Brooksher

Listing Contact: (646) 269-8232

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