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SOLD FOR $650,000

· Closed September 13, 2023

138 W 87th Street #GR
Closed For Sale Co-op

$650,000

138 W 87th Street #GR

UPPER WEST SIDE, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10889159

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Keller Williams NYC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1910

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1910
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,595/mo
Neighborhood UPPER WEST SIDE
Floor 1

Property Highlights

  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 1
Cooling Window Units
Pets CatsOk, Yes
Cross Street Columbus Avenue and Amsterdam Avenue
Year Built 1910
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1217-0047-00138-000-00000GR

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 11, 2023 $650,000 -
Currently Jun 9, 2026 $650,000 -

Description

Welcome home to this one bedroom GARDEN apartment gem. Located on a prime Upper West Side block, in a well-maintained, pre-war cooperative townhouse, residence GR is a south-facing one bedroom apartment and features over 650 square feet of outdoor space, ideal for gardening and entertaining.

The oversized living room, with built in bookcases surrounding a lovely fireplace embodies the best of old New York charm. The spacious living room affords multiple layout options and the adjacent bedroom can accommodate a full or queen sized bed. It also has built in closets for additional storage.

The kitchen is adjacent to the living room and the bathroom features a soaking tub. Also the unit comes with a dedicated storage area in the shared basement.

Enjoy the best of Upper West Side living, including Central Park, Riverside Park, the Museum of Natural History, and many wonderful local restaurants. Foodies will love the amazing grocery stores including Zabars, Barney Greengrass, Whole Foods and Trader Joes. Lovely community gardens add to the appeal of this neighborhood, and the location is also convenient to transportation as it is close to both the 1 and the B/C subway stops.

138 West 87th street is a boutique 10-unit coop. Co-purchasing, subletting, and pied--terre are allowed. The building allows up to 80% financing as well. Please note, CATS ONLY, no dogs, except for reasonable accommodation for disability.

1% Flip Tax Paid by the buyer.





Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Fireplace

Exterior Features

Garden

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,595/mo
Sale Price $650,000

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

$1.61M

Median $/Sqft

$1,647

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

91

Median Sale Price

$1.69M

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Location

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138 W 87th Street #GR, UPPER WEST SIDE, New York County • Near Columbus Avenue and Amsterdam Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

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 $1,595 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.

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

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: RLS10889159
First Listed: 5/11/2023
Price Changed: 5/11/2023
Closed: 9/13/2023
Contract Date: 5/11/2023

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams NYC - Laura Cook

Listing Contact: (212) 838-3700

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