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SOLD FOR $855,000

· Closed August 23, 2016

265 RIVERSIDE Drive #5B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$855,000

265 RIVERSIDE Drive #5B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

RIVERVIEW

MLS® #RLS10056590

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1912

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1912
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,176/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 5 of 11

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1912)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 11
Exposure East,North
Pets Yes
Cross Street West 98th Street & West 99th Street
Year Built 1912
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1888-0036-00265-000-000005B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 16, 2016 $855,000 -
Price Reduced Aug 23, 2016 $875,000 +2.3%

Description

Charming, bright very large one-bedroom apartment, currently converted as a 2-bedroom apartment, is located in the coveted Upper West Side neighborhood of gorgeous Riverside Park. The foyer opens to the elegant and spacious living room with high ceilings, two large windows and beautifully restored hardwood floors. The large master bedroom has both north and east facing windows and a walk in closet. The converted second bedroom is bright and roomy to serve as a primary bedroom or a large office/den (can easily be converted back to large 1 bed with larger living room). The windowed kitchen is fully equipped, including a washer/dryer; the windowed bathroom features lovely prewar art deco design. The building is very well maintained with solid financials. Services include doorman, storage, live-in super, bike room and laundry facilities.This grand pre-war residence is situated in the prime location of Riverside Drive and 98th Street across from beautiful Riverside Park and the Hudson River. Close to the 1/2/3 and A/C/B/D subway lines, as well as Central Park, great shopping and UWS restaurants.Dogs under 25 lbs; subletting after 2 years

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,176/mo
Sale Price $855,000
Previous Price $875,000

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

577

Median Asking Price

$1.76M

Median $/Sqft

$1,589

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

18

Price Reduced

37%

Sold (30 Days)

82

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

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265 RIVERSIDE Drive #5B, Upper West Side, New York County • Near West 98th Street & West 99th Street

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1909
Year Built
117 years old
11
Floors
75
Residential Units
R8
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Riverside-West End Historic District Extension II

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $5,311,800
Land Value: $720,000
Exemptions: $11,450

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

Lot Area: 12,402 SF
Building Area: 82,938 SF
Built FAR: 6.69
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 $1,176 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 1912, making it approximately 114 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: RLS10056590
First Listed: 5/16/2016
Price Changed: 8/23/2016
Closed: 8/23/2016
Contract Date: 11/1/2015

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Denise J Favorule

Listing Contact: (917) 864-6746

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