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SOLD FOR $877,500

· Closed February 23, 2015

523 W 121ST Street #62
Closed For Sale Co-op

$877,500

$878 per sq ft

523 W 121ST Street #62

Morningside Heights, Manhattan

SPENCER APARTMENTS INC.

MLS® #RLS10063392

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

1,000

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 1,000 sq ft
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,246/mo
Neighborhood Morningside Heights
Floor 6

Property Highlights

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

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 1 Full
Floor 6
Exposure North,South
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Broadway & Amsterdam Ave.
Year Built 1926
Living Area 1,000 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1976-0013-00523-000-0000062

Description

Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a top floor 2 bedroom apartment in one of the first co-op buildings in the city, The Spencer, located on a quiet tree-lined street in Morningside Heights right next to the Columbia University campus. Open northern views from the living room, adjoined dining room and master bedroom provide all day sunlight. This classic Five is in pristine condition and maintains most of its original turn-of-the century details: hardwood floors, beautiful wainscoting, transom doors, base moldings, period woodworking, high ceilings and its original cast iron claw-foot tub. Relish in the beauty of the past while enjoying a modern renovated, windowed, eat-in kitchen with stainless steel KitchenAid appliances, a Bosch dishwasher, generous cabinet space and granite countertops and a generous sized, updated windowed bath.

The Spencer was built in 1904, designed by the renowned architect George F. Pelham following the relocation of Columbia University in 1897. Located perfectly between Riverside and Morningside Parks just off Broadway with easy access to the 1 and A B C and D trains and the countless restaurants, services and shops that thrive in this highly sought after neighborhood.

The building provides every service you could desire with full-time door staff, a live-in super, individual storage and bike room (at no charge), central laundry and your mail is delivered to your door daily. This is a 100% shareholder owned building and is pet friendly! First showing at open house Sunday, December 7th, 1-2:30

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Eat In Kitchen Common Area

Building Information

Building SPENCER APARTMENTS INC.
Total Units 24
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,246/mo
Original Price $915,000
Sale Price $877,500
Previous Price $915,000

About Morningside Heights

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Morningside Heights is often referred to as the 'Academic Acropolis' of New York, home to Columbia University and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Perched on a plateau between Riverside and Morningside Parks, the neighborhood offers a scholarly and serene atmosphere. The real estate market is dominated by grand pre-war cooperatives with high ceilings and classic details, catering to those who appreciate historic architecture and green space.

Morningside Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

60

Median Asking Price

$1.09M

Median $/Sqft

$1,561

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

4

Price Reduced

22%

Sold (30 Days)

7

Median Sale Price

$783K

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523 W 121ST Street #62, Morningside Heights, New York County • Near Broadway & Amsterdam Ave.

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10063392
First Listed: 12/4/2014
Price Changed: 2/25/2015
Closed: 2/23/2015
Contract Date: 12/4/2014

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Nancy Brennan

Listing Contact: (917) 568-7701

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