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SOLD FOR $1,695,000

· Closed May 31, 2023

161 W 61ST Street #21C
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,695,000

$1,402 per sq ft

161 W 61ST Street #21C

Upper West Side, Manhattan

THE ALFRED

MLS® #RLS10852101

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,209

Sq. Ft.

1988

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,209 sq ft
Year Built 1988
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,949/mo
Property Taxes $23,640/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 21 of 36

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 21 of 36
Exposure East,North,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street DEAD END and AMSTERDAM AVENUE
Year Built 1988
Living Area 1,209 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1132-1130

Description

Enjoy all that Lincoln Square has to offer in this exceptionally spacious corner two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence with 1,209 sq ft of interior space and floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room. Unwind on your sizeable wrap-around glass-framed balcony with striking views of the Hudson River, Central Park, and Lincoln Center's outdoor bandshell.

The windowed kitchen, with views of the Hudson River, also has two oversized pantry closets. The generously sizable primary bedroom features an en-suite bathroom with ample closet space. When entering this residence, one will uncover a gracious foyer meant for an art collector with a considerable coat/storage closet.

The Alfred Condominium is a full-service building conveniently located on a tranquil cul-de-sac in Lincoln Square. The building offers white-glove, full service with a 24-hour doorman, concierge, and resident manager. The building's many upscale amenities include:
Fitness Center
75-foot swimming pool
Whirlpool
Sauna
Steam room
Racquetball court
Resident lounge
Bike storage
Private garage
Storage
Courtyard garden
Central laundry
Dry cleaning valet service

Across the street, through a private walkway solely for Alfred residents, Lincoln Center houses The Metropolitan Opera, New York City Ballet, David Geffen Hall, and Julliard. Major transportation and the incomparable shopping and dining of one of the City's best neighborhoods are right outside. Investors take note: this property will not last.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Exterior Features

Balcony Balcony

Appliances

Dishwasher Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building THE ALFRED
Total Units 219
Stories 36

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,949/mo
RE Taxes $23,640/yr ($1,970/mo)
Sale 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

535

Median Asking Price

$1.55M

Median $/Sqft

$1,516

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

18

Price Reduced

20%

Sold (30 Days)

80

Median Sale Price

$1.70M

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161 W 61ST Street #21C, Upper West Side, New York County • Near DEAD END and AMSTERDAM AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10852101
First Listed: 11/1/2022
Price Changed: 11/1/2022
Closed: 5/31/2023
Contract Date: 11/1/2022

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Ryan Stenta

Listing Contact: (917) 652-2773

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