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SOLD FOR $1,595,000

· Closed May 23, 2018

12 W 96th Street #16C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,595,000

12 W 96th Street #16C

Upper West Side, Manhattan

12 WEST 96 STREET C

MLS® #RLS10082949

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1930

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1 full, 1 half
Year Built 1930
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,592/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 16 of 17

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 16 of 17
View City
Exposure East,South
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Central Park West & Columbus Avenue
Year Built 1930
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1209-0037-00012-000-000016C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 2, 2017 $1,700,000 -
Price Reduced Oct 17, 2017 $1,649,000 -3.0%
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $1,595,000 -3.3%

Description

12 West 96th Street - The building that has it all. VIEWS! VIEWS! VIEWS! This apartment has abundant open views and light! Central Park a 60 second walk away. Crosstown bus and B and C trains at the corner. Whole Foods 2 blocks away. Trader Joe's soon to open. But more than that, it is a handsome, well-run and financially sound small co-op. 16C is a sun-filled 2 bed and 1.5 bath charmer. Beautiful renovation of kitchen (amazing Viking range with vented hood!) and separate dining area with custom-fitted shelves and storage. Huge amount of closet space. Living room, bedrooms and half bath have south-facing windows and from the master bedroom you can see a sliver of Central Park! Original and well-maintained hardwood floors. NEW windows. Mail delivered to owners' doors. BUILDING ALLOWS W/D's. Sorry, pied--terres and subletting are not allowed but pets are. Full-time elevator operator, live-in super. THIS IS THE HOME FOR YOU!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,592/mo
Original Price $1,700,000
Sale Price $1,595,000
Previous Price $1,649,000

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

585

Median Asking Price

$1.64M

Median $/Sqft

$1,456

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

75

Median Sale Price

$1.75M

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Location

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12 W 96th Street #16C, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Central Park West & Columbus Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1935
Year Built
91 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $58,680
Land Value: $14,580
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 1,440 SF
Built FAR: 0.72
Allowed FAR: 1.5

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 $2,592 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1930, making it approximately 96 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: RLS10082949
First Listed: 8/2/2017
Price Changed: 10/17/2017
Closed: 5/23/2018
Contract Date: 8/2/2017

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Kathryn Bunin

Listing Contact: (917) 853-1627

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