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SOLD FOR $495,000

· Closed August 17, 2016

44 W 96th Street #1D
Closed For Sale Co-op

$495,000

44 W 96th Street #1D

Upper West Side, Manhattan

44 Owners Corp.

MLS® #RLS10069882

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1964

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1964
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $849/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 1 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South,West facing
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 1 of 6
Exposure South,West
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Central Park West & Columbus Avenue
Year Built 1964
Parcel # 1209-0049-00044-000-000001D

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 10, 2016 $485,000 -
Currently May 8, 2026 $495,000 +2.1%

Description

Quiet and sun-filled one bed room just a half block from Central Park. This serene oasis has south and west exposure and is raised from street level with a view of trees in a townhouse's garden. This home has 10 ft ceilings, windows in every room (including bathroom and kitchen) along with beautiful pre-war details throughout. The nicely proportioned living room with ample space for a couch, television and desk / office area. The windowed bathroom boasts white subway tile throughout along with a soaking tub. The sun-drenched corner bedroom has built in closet and can easily accommodate a king-size bed. 44 West 96th Street is well-maintained 6-story prewar cooperative with nestled between B and C subway lines and 1,2,3 trains with easy excess to Central Park Tennis Center, Whole Foods and the Columbus Square shops and restaurants. Residents enjoy low monthly maintenance and abundant amenities. A designated storage cage in the basement transfers with the sale and is included in the purchase price. Other building amenities include elevator, on-site laundry, video security system, bike room at no extra cost and newly renovated, spacious roof deck with open city views and a view of Central Park. Basic cable is also included in the maintenance. Pets and sublets are allowed. Share holders must own for two years before subletting. No short term leasing is allowed, must rent for one year terms. No unit can be rented for more than three consecutive terms. Thereafter the unit must be occupied or left vacant by the shareholder for two full years. The sublet fee is 10% of the rental on the sublease agreement to be paid monthly. Pied terres are allowed although all applications are evaluated on a case by case basis with resident shareholders preferred. Temporary assessment of $68.23 per month until 5/31/18. Current maintenance $849 + current assessment $68 = $917 total monthly payment. The purpose of the assessment is to maintain the coops financial health by building up the reserve account.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $849/mo
Original Price $485,000
Sale Price $495,000
Previous Price $485,000

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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44 W 96th Street #1D, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Central Park West & Columbus Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
2
Floors
3
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $70,800
Land Value: $19,080
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 4,000 SF
Building Area: 2,508 SF
Built FAR: 0.63
Allowed FAR: 1.5

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 $849 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 1964, making it approximately 62 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: RLS10069882
First Listed: 5/10/2016
Price Changed: 8/18/2016
Closed: 8/17/2016
Contract Date: 5/10/2016

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Joseph Sweeney

Listing Contact: (212) 672-6350

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