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SOLD FOR $1,999,000

Listed at $2,095,000 · Sold 4.6% below asking · Closed August 28, 2019

40 W 77TH Street #15F
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,095,000

40 W 77TH Street #15F

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10551567

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,202/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1928)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street CENTRAL PARK WEST and COLUMBUS AVENUE
Year Built 1928
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1129-0050-00040-000-000015F

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 5, 2019 $2,450,000 -
Currently Apr 22, 2026 $2,095,000 -14.5%

Description

40 West 77th Street, Apartment 15F. Stunning protected views forever, overlooking the architecturally renowned facade of the American Museum of Natural History and Central Park beyond-- from both the living room and spacious master bedroom in this rare offering on one the most beloved blocks in New York City.Originally designed as an elegant Edwardian Five with a formal dining room and maids room, this true gem of an apartment has been opened up to create a serene, expansive loft-like one bedroom home with a gracious entrance gallery, large dining room, and eat-in-kitchen. In need of some TLC, many imaginative re-configurations are possible in adding a 2nd bedroom, while also a having a generous dining area and a large eat-in-kitchen. Many prewar details include high ceilings and hardwood floors throughout.Designed in the Neo-Renaissance style and built as a cooperative in 1928, 40 West 77th Street is a prestigious full service building on the tranquil tree-lined museum park block of West 77th Street, with a wonderful staff and live-in superintendent, beautiful lobby, storage and a bike room. Pet and pied-a-terre friendly. Located on the Gold Coast of the Upper West Side only half a block from Central Park, this highly desired landmark building also offers a front row seat to the festivities of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and easy access to restaurants, shopping, museums, public transportation, and all the Upper West Side has to offer.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Eat In Kitchen Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Building Information

Total Units 100
Stories 16
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,202/mo
Original Price $2,450,000
Sale Price $1,999,000

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

584

Median Asking Price

$1.82M

Median $/Sqft

$1,544

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

32

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

69

Median Sale Price

$1.88M

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40 W 77TH Street #15F, Upper West Side, New York County • Near CENTRAL PARK WEST and COLUMBUS AVENUE

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Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1973
Year Built
53 years old
3
Floors
5
Residential Units
R6B
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $404,100
Land Value: $6,750
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 3,180 SF
Built FAR: 1.59
Allowed FAR: 2

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 $3,202 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 1928, making it approximately 98 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: RLS10551567
First Listed: 2/5/2019
Closed: 8/28/2019
Contract Date: 2/5/2019

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Cathleen Carmody

Listing Contact: (917) 513-6090

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