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SOLD FOR $385,000

· Closed December 2, 2020

870 W 181ST Street #5
Closed For Sale Co-op

$385,000

870 W 181ST Street #5

Washington Heights, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10629835

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1923

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1923
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $805/mo
Neighborhood Washington Heights

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Exposure North,West
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street CABRINI BOULEVARD and HAVEN AVENUE
Year Built 1923
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 2177-0170-00870-000-0000005

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 5, 2020 $385,000 -
Currently Jun 2, 2026 $385,000 -

Description

Welcome to apartment 5, located on the second level, overlooking a beautiful tree-lined courtyard. This inviting one bedroom co-op apartment offers a large windowed kitchen with dishwasher, gas range, refrigerator, and original built-in butler's pantry. The generous living space has parquet floors, crown molding, and room for dining. There is a separate foyer with an office nook. The bathroom has 4x4 white tiles, deep soaking tub and pedestal sink. There are three closets, nine foot ceilings, western and northern exposures, and some original details West Gate House Co-op is a six story, elevator building with 125 units. Built in 1923, it has renovated lobbies, and freshly skim-coated and painted common area hallways and stairwells. There is a live-in super, porter, two laundry rooms, bike storage, storage lockers and garden courtyards. The intercom system connects directly to your cell phone to allow entry permission for packages and guests from all locations. Energy saving upgrades including new common area energy efficient movement detector lighting, and thermostatic control radiator valves. West Gate House is a pet friendly building. Take advantage of the area tennis courts, running paths, jogging trails, bike paths, heather gardens, soccer and baseball fields of nearby Ft. Tryon and Ft. Washington Parks. Come join the garden club and make this upper Manhattan neighborhood your new home.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Eat In Kitchen Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 61
Stories 6
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $805/mo
Sale Price $385,000

Washington Heights is a well-connected neighborhood known for its dramatic topography and stunning views of the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge. Home to the Cloisters and Fort Tryon Park, the area offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty. The real estate market is characterized by large, pre-war cooperatives that offer significant space for the price, making it a popular choice for those seeking value and community.

Washington Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

62

Median Asking Price

$560K

Median $/Sqft

$660

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

1

Price Reduced

39%

Sold (30 Days)

5

Median Sale Price

$470K

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Location

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870 W 181ST Street #5, Washington Heights, New York County • Near CABRINI BOULEVARD and HAVEN AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1923
Year Built
103 years old
6
Floors
61
Residential Units
R7-2
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $3,055,500
Land Value: $176,400
Exemptions: $18,099

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

Lot Area: 14,550 SF
Building Area: 63,600 SF
Built FAR: 4.37
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 $805 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 1923, making it approximately 103 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: RLS10629835
First Listed: 5/5/2020
Price Changed: 2/5/2021
Closed: 12/2/2020
Contract Date: 5/5/2020

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Paul Chapru

Listing Contact: (917) 517-9939

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