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SOLD FOR $780,000

· Closed December 9, 2016

170 W 81ST Street #7C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$780,000

170 W 81ST Street #7C

Upper West Side, Manhattan

170 W 81 ONWERS COR

MLS® #RLS10085888

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Stribling & Associates Ltd

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,037/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1926)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths null Full
Exposure South,West
Pets Yes
Year Built 1926
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1211-0056-00170-000-000007C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 4, 2016 $690,000 -
Currently May 7, 2026 $780,000 +13.0%

Description

IN CONTRACT - FIRST DAY OF SHOWING IS SUNDAY, AUGUST 7 AT THE OPEN HOUSE

Come live within a few steps of the Museum of Natural History, Central Park, and the trendiest restaurant scene on the Upper West Side. This apartment offers a rare corner exposure with open views from every room protected by the building's location in the middle of a landmark district with low buildings on all side. Southern light floods the Bedroom, while western light illuminates both the Living Room and Kitchen.

The whole apartment has been lovingly maintained, and is pin drop quiet due to it's positioning within the building. Features 9' ceilings, large windows, and nice moldings. The building has a live-in super, a laundry room, bike room, and storage bins in the basement. There is easy access to 4 subway lines, cross town, and uptown/downtown bus lines. All have stops within a two block radius. Building has strong financials, and beautiful marble lobby. Approximately 50% deductible. Flip tax: 2% (1% Buyer, 1% Seller.)

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,037/mo
Original Price $690,000
Previous Price $690,000

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

579

Median Asking Price

$1.79M

Median $/Sqft

$1,618

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

19

Price Reduced

32%

Sold (30 Days)

83

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

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170 W 81ST Street #7C, Upper West Side, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $112,140
Land Value: $22,380
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,706 SF
Building Area: 1,911 SF
Built FAR: 0.71
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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 $1,037 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 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.

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: RLS10085888
First Listed: 8/4/2016
Price Changed: 12/9/2016
Closed: 12/9/2016
Contract Date: 8/4/2016

Listing Courtesy of Stribling & Associates Ltd - James H. White

Listing Contact: (917) 273-9669

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