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SOLD FOR $1,500,000

· Closed October 27, 2022

135 W 70TH Street #8B
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,500,000

135 W 70TH Street #8B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

THE PYTHIAN

MLS® #RLS10804931

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1928
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,765/mo
Property Taxes $15,444/yr
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 8 of 11

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1928)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 8 of 11
Pets Yes
Cross Street COLUMBUS AVENUE and BROADWAY
Year Built 1928
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1142-1065

Description

As you enter this beautiful apartment, you are overwhelmed by the 16? living room ceilings and open city views, through a wall of over-sized windows. This special pre-war 2bedroom/2bath duplex with double height ceilings is located in the heart of the Upper West Side. Off the expansive living room is a separate dining area, kitchen and a large den or second bedroom and full bath. The generous master bedroom with en suite bath and double sinks with a jacuzzi and shower is located on the second floor along with an enormous walk-in closet and storage.

Located minutes from Central Park, Lincoln Center, and The Hudson River Greenway, The Pythian is a full service condominium with a long history. Designed by Thomas W. Lamb and built in 1927, it was occupied by the Knights of Pythias until the 1940?s when it became the headquarters for Decca Records. Buddy Holly, Sammy Davis Jr., and Billie Holiday are some of the great names who recorded their hits here for the next 15 years. Following its use as the New York Institute of Technology?s main campus in the 1950?s and 1960?s, the building was converted into condominiums in 1986 after an award winning redesign by renowned architect David Gura. To this day, its striking fa?ade and architectural features make it a stand out landmark and an Upper West Side icon. Amenities include: full-time doorman, live- in super, porter, laundry room, kids playroom, storage and a brand new gym. There is an assessment of $240.81 per month.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building THE PYTHIAN
Total Units 84
Stories 11
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,765/mo
RE Taxes $15,444/yr ($1,287/mo)
Original Price $1,895,000
Sale Price $1,500,000
Previous Price $1,695,000

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

533

Median Asking Price

$1.40M

Median $/Sqft

$1,463

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

18

Price Reduced

21%

Sold (30 Days)

78

Median Sale Price

$1.77M

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135 W 70TH Street #8B, Upper West Side, New York County • Near COLUMBUS AVENUE and BROADWAY

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10804931
First Listed: 1/20/2022
Price Changed: 10/28/2022
Closed: 10/27/2022
Contract Date: 10/14/2021

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Lawrence Rich

Listing Contact: (917) 921-9873

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