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SOLD FOR $1,230,000

· Closed March 29, 2023

170 W 81st Street #5-A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,230,000

170 W 81st Street #5-A

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10837237

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,627/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 5 of 9

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 9
View City
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street Columbus Avenue/Amsterdam Avenue
Year Built 1927
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1211/56

Description

Open House BY APPT ONLY - Must have advance confirmed appointment to view. *170 West 81st Street now features a BRAND NEW furnished rooftop for the building that will feature a projector for rooftop movie screenings as well as WiFi* Enter into this charming and spacious residence at 170 West 81st Street, a well maintained, pre-war cooperative in the heart of the Upper West Side just two blocks from Central Park. Enjoy views of beautiful West 81st Street with windows throughout the entire apartment. The pre-war details from high beamed ceilings to hardwood floors create a warm and inviting environment you'll yearn to come home to at the end of each day. The living space is spacious with enough room for a full living room and dining area. Stunning french doors lead you into one of the bedrooms that is spacious and bright. The primary bedroom has excellent closet space and fits a king set. The bathroom is windowed and also features a combination *washer/dryer in unit.* Located centrally on the Upper West Side, this lovely pet-friendly boutique building offers a gorgeous pre-war lobby with rare coffered ceiling and wide, windowed hallways, and features both passenger and freight elevators. The amenity package includes a Live-in super, central laundry room, bike room, storage and a beautiful new rooftop. In-unit Washer/Dryer machines are permitted upon board approval. Subleasing is allowed. No pied-a-terres. Please email for an appointment to view.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 9
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,627/mo
Sale Price $1,230,000
Previous Price $1,299,000

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

$1.42M

Median $/Sqft

$1,499

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

18

Price Reduced

19%

Sold (30 Days)

80

Median Sale Price

$1.70M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/3/26, 11:50 AM EST

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170 W 81st Street #5-A, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Columbus Avenue/Amsterdam Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10837237
First Listed: 4/28/2022
Price Changed: 3/29/2023
Closed: 3/29/2023
Contract Date: 4/28/2022

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Lauren Pepin

Listing Contact: (301) 655-2492

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