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SOLD FOR $1,252,500

· Closed September 4, 2018

159 RIVERSIDE Drive W #2K
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159 RIVERSIDE Drive W #2K

Washington Heights, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10542956

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Listing by Stribling & Associates

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,525

Sq. Ft.

1941

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,525 sq ft
Lot Size 81,625 sq ft
Year Built 1941
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,431/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Washington Heights
Floor 2 of 7

Property Highlights

  • Views: River
  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 2 of 7
View River
Exposure East,North,South,West
Pets Yes
Year Built 1941
Living Area 1,525 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 81,625 sq ft

Description

Beautifully laid out 5-1/2 rooms - 3-bed/2-bath overlooking the Hudson River with lots of closets, parquet floors. This coveted apartment is rarely available. It's one of the two unit K lines with 5-1/2 rooms at the River Arts Co-Op, the premier doorman building in The Audubon Historic District of Washington Heights. This elevator building is surrounded by beautiful gardens, has outdoor shared space, 24-hour doorman, a resident super and three porters, indoor garage $200 per month, 24-hour gym $50 per year, laundry room (washer/dryer permitted in the unit as well), private storage, and free bike room. Low maintenance of $1431 for all of the amenities! The building has solar roof panels and bulk rate cable and electric arrangements. The subletting policy is very liberal and the building is pet-friendly (with breed restrictions and size). Located minutes away from the IRT #1 train at 157th street, it's a short walk to the A/C train and there are nearby bus stops for the M4, M5, and BX6. Easy access to children's playgrounds, Riverside Park, Hudson River Greenway bike path and River Bank State Park. Moments away from the George Washington Bridge and major NYC roadways.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Garden Garden

Building Information

Total Units 244
Stories 7
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,431/mo
Original Price $1,395,000
Sale Price $1,252,500

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

62

Median Asking Price

$555K

Median $/Sqft

$682

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

2

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

7

Median Sale Price

$507K

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159 RIVERSIDE Drive W #2K, Washington Heights, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10542956
First Listed: 5/10/2018
Closed: 9/4/2018
Contract Date: 5/10/2018

Listing Courtesy of Stribling & Associates - Jacqueline Sencion

Listing Contact: (917) 287-4638

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