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SOLD FOR $905,000

· Closed August 29, 2014

790 RIVERSIDE Drive #1J
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Closed For Sale Co-op

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$603 per sq ft

790 RIVERSIDE Drive #1J

Washington Heights, Manhattan

The Riviera

MLS® #RLS10047051

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

1,500

Sq. Ft.

1911

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 1,500 sq ft
Year Built 1911
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,573/mo
Neighborhood Washington Heights
Floor 2 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1911)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 13
Exposure East,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street West 157th St and Riverside Dr
Year Built 1911
Living Area 1,500 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 2134-0071-00790-000-000001J

Description

*TURN OF CENTURY SPLENDOR* Enter this perfectly restored home & step back in time. Artfully preserved & exquisitely renovated, this 2nd fl home has a warmth & grandeur that is utterly seductive. The kitchen will delight your inner-chef with plentiful open shelving & cabinetry, honed soapstone counters, a double wall oven & a 1910 oak pantry near the service entrance. Enjoy your culinary creations by communing with friends in style & comfort in your DR amid rich oak paneling, crown moldings, vintage light fixtures & French doors. This Classic 6, now a spectacular 2 BR, will easily convert back to a 3BR if so desired. Both bedrooms face south overlooking the Academy of Arts and Letters; a serene, timeless view. The bathroom boasts a 2-piece table sink, porcelain subway tiles, Kohler fixtures & soaking tub. Other details include nickel & crystal doorknobs, mother of pearl push button light switches, skimmed walls, new electric/cabling & Bosch W/D. This gem sits proudly on the 2nd fl. of the Riviera, one of Uptown's premier full service DM Co-ops in the landmarked Audubon Park Historic District. Live in a vibrant area close to NY Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia Univ, Riverside Park and hot Manhattanville Pier where dining & nightlife abound. Near the #1 train which whisks you to midtown in 20 mins, this is THE destination for savvy New Yorkers seeking affordable quality of life without compromise. And this home is what HOME should be.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

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

Building Information

Building The Riviera
Total Units 202
Stories 13
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,573/mo
Sale Price $905,000
Previous Price $899,000

Washington Heights is a vibrant, transit-connected neighborhood known for its dramatic topography and stunning views of the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge. Home to the Cloisters and Fort Tryon Park, the area offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty. The real estate market is characterized by large, pre-war cooperatives that offer significant space for the price, making it a popular choice for those seeking value and community.

Washington Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

60

Median Asking Price

$555K

Median $/Sqft

$695

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

1

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

6

Median Sale Price

$507K

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790 RIVERSIDE Drive #1J, Washington Heights, New York County • Near West 157th St and Riverside Dr

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10047051
First Listed: 4/10/2014
Price Changed: 12/18/2017
Closed: 8/29/2014
Contract Date: 5/19/2014

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Kelly Cole

Listing Contact: (917) 575-8375

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