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SOLD FOR $2,500,000

· Closed February 3, 2017

50 W 96TH Street #2A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,500,000

50 W 96TH Street #2A

Upper West Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10091040

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,536/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1926)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths null Full
Exposure East,North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street CPW/Columbus Ave
Year Built 1926
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1209-0053-00050-000-000002A

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 29, 2016 $2,500,000 -
Currently May 7, 2026 $2,500,000 -

Description

This gracious layout offers incredible space in a prime Central Park block location. With elegant living and formal dining rooms, three oversized bedrooms, a flexible staff room or office, high beamed ceilings and hardwood floors, this residence allows the new owner to customize a grand prewar home.

Upon entering the sizeable foyer, the living room and dining room radiate outward in a welcoming entertaining expanse. Glass doorknobs and classic moldings elevate the sense of historical good taste. The living room features three arched windows, unique to this level, along with original inlaid hardwood floors and high beamed ceilings. Entered through charming French doors, the formal dining room is nearly equal in size to the living room, with room for banquet-sized entertaining. Through the bedroom hall, the master suite is also quite large, with an en-suite windowed full bathroom. The second and third bedrooms are both large and similar in size, with a full Jack and Jill bathroom accessible from both bedrooms. The windowed kitchen currently includes an eat-in area and private laundry facilities, with an adjacent staff room and full bathroom allowing for endless reconfiguration possibilities.

50 West 96th Street is a full service prewar cooperative located on a coveted Central Park block. With 24-hour doorman service, resident superintendent, central laundry room, bicycle room, storage, and a lovely landscaped roof garden, this residence offers a luxurious lifestyle and a rare opportunity to update a graceful prewar home.

Building Information

Building null
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 61
Stories 15
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,536/mo

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

578

Median Asking Price

$1.72M

Median $/Sqft

$1,599

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

82

Median Sale Price

$1.83M

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Location

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50 W 96TH Street #2A, Upper West Side, New York County • Near CPW/Columbus Ave

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $68,640
Land Value: $15,540
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 3,300 SF
Building Area: 1,996 SF
Built FAR: 0.6
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 $3,536 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1926, making it approximately 100 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: RLS10091040
First Listed: 9/29/2016
Closed: 2/3/2017
Contract Date: 9/29/2016

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Edward F Joseph

Listing Contact: (917) 821-6225

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