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SOLD FOR $1,285,000

· Closed September 29, 2022

255 W 85TH Street #PH2B
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,285,000

$1,127 per sq ft

255 W 85TH Street #PH2B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

CLAREMONT CONDO

MLS® #RLS10800057

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,140

Sq. Ft.

1987

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,140 sq ft
Year Built 1987
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,530/mo
Property Taxes $27,012/yr
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 16 of 22

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,South,West facing

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 16 of 22
Exposure East,South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street BROADWAY and WEST END AVENUE
Year Built 1987
Living Area 1,140 sq ft

Description

You have found the most attractive 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo available in the West 80s at its price point. A spacious, sun-drenched south-facing Penthouse on a high floor of the Claremont, a full-service condominium at an exquisite Upper Westside location on a serene tree lined street. This pristine home has a fabulous layout featuring a loft-like, sunny living room with open city views and a delightful, windowed dining area. The generous master bedroom, with a partial river view, includes an en suite bath. There is a full sized second bedroom with a convenient bath in the hall. New HVAC units and new windows and sills have been installed throughout with double paned glass and built-in screens. The recently renovated kitchen, hardwood floors, new washer/dryer and many closets complete this cheerful space. Only two apartments occupy the 16th floor elevator landing. Amenities include a lovely garden for owners, an impressive fitness room and laundry room. The Claremont is an exceptionally well-managed condo with 42 apartments. One is greeted by a full-time concierge/doorman and served by an exceptional onsite residential manger. Exquisite local dining, shopping subway and other and transportation options abound. 2% flip tax paid by seller, $368.69 monthly assessment.

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Building CLAREMONT CONDO
Total Units 62
Stories 22

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,530/mo
RE Taxes $27,012/yr ($2,251/mo)
Original Price $1,495,000
Sale Price $1,285,000
Previous Price $1,325,000

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

$1,456

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

17

Price Reduced

22%

Sold (30 Days)

76

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/5/26, 2:46 PM EST

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255 W 85TH Street #PH2B, Upper West Side, New York County • Near BROADWAY and WEST END AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10800057
First Listed: 1/18/2022
Price Changed: 10/4/2022
Closed: 9/29/2022
Contract Date: 1/8/2022

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Daniel Douglas

Listing Contact: (646) 573-9600

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