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· Closed February 16, 2016

138 W 87TH Street #1F
Closed For Sale Co-op

$750,000

138 W 87TH Street #1F

Upper West Side, Manhattan

138 WEST 87TH ST. A

MLS® #RLS10475484

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Listing by Stribling & Associates Ltd

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1910

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1910
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $878/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1910)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths null Full
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Year Built 1910
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1217-0047-00138-000-000001F

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 9, 2015 $675,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $750,000 +11.1%

Description

This charming townhouse apartment on the parlour floor has the highest ceilings in the building at over 12 feet high. The one bedroom, one bathroom home was recently renovated with designer details throughout. The living room has a working fireplace with exposed brick, and a decorative plaster ceiling. The living room has grand, 9 foot tall windows looking out over the tree-lined street. This apartment features through-wall air conditioning, custom California closet, two large loft spaces and French doors that open onto a lovely Juliet balcony with a self-watering plant system. The kitchen is renovated with top of the line appliances, marble counter tops and custom cabinets. The bathroom is also in mint condition, with a walk-in shower, built-in storage and marble flooring. This intimate townhouse has just completed a restoration of the building's facade, and a designer renovation of the common areas. There is storage in the basement. The building allows Pied-a-terres but does not allow dogs. 1% Flip tax paid by BUYER.

All of this and you are in close proximity to Central Park, excellent restaurants, museums, great shopping, and major transportation.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $878/mo
Original Price $675,000
Previous Price $675,000

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

592

Median Asking Price

$1.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,531

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

37

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

89

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

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138 W 87TH Street #1F, Upper West Side, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1890
Year Built
136 years old
4
Floors
10
Residential Units
R7-2
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments Historic District: Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,517,400
Land Value: $382,950
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,013 SF
Building Area: 6,190 SF
Built FAR: 3.08
Allowed FAR: 3.44

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 $878 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1910, making it approximately 116 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10475484
First Listed: 11/9/2015
Price Changed: 2/16/2016
Closed: 2/16/2016
Contract Date: 11/9/2015

Listing Courtesy of Stribling & Associates Ltd - Alexis McAndrew

Listing Contact: (212) 606-4100

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