SOLD FOR $1,050,000
Listed at $995,000 · Sold 5.5% above asking · Closed January 27, 2016
229 W 97th Street #5M
MLS® #RLS10080983
Listing by Elliman
2
Bedrooms
1
Bath
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1899
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1899)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jul 17, 2015 | $995,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Sep 24, 2015 | $1,095,000 | +10.1% |
Description
CALLING ALL SAVVY BUYERS! Move right into this renovated 2-Bedroom 1-Bath home at the historic Powellton, a striking pre-war Coop built at the turn-of-the-century and conveniently located on the corner of 97th and Broadway. This spacious home boasts a sunny, grandly proportioned living room with plenty of room for a full-sized dining area. This cheerful room features open, south-facing views onto 97th Street. The windowed, renovated, eat-in-kitchen boasts granite countertops and breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, stone floors, plentiful cabinetry and your own washer/dryer. The spa-like, over-sized, renovated bathroom has his and her sinks, and elegant accents and fixtures. Both generous and serene bedrooms offer ample storage and quiet eastern exposures. Have it all in this lovely home at the Powellton, 229 West 97th Street with full-time doorman, excellent live-in Super, private storage and bike room. Live on the lively Upper West Side just seconds from the express and local 1/2/3 subway, great new restaurants and cafés and neighborhood amenities including Whole Foods, Two Boots Pizza, Buceo 95, and Pio Pio, an Equinox and many other neighborhood amenities. Pets are welcome! There is currently an assessment in the amount of $283.87/month. http://www.nytimes.com/video/realestate/100000003902545/block-by-block-the-west-90s.html?WT.mc_ev=click&WT.mc_id=NYT-E-I-NYT-E-AT-100115_b-L26&nl=el&nlid=2495688
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About Upper West Side
View All Upper West Side ListingsThe 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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596
Median Asking Price
$1.76M
Median $/Sqft
$1,500
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
37
Price Reduced
33%
Sold (30 Days)
15
Median Sale Price
$1.63M
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229 W 97th Street #5M, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Amsterdam Avenue & Broadway
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $1,567 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1899, making it approximately 127 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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