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SOLD FOR $1,525,000

· Closed October 30, 2018

642 W 138TH Street #NA

$1,525,000

$770 per sq ft

642 W 138TH Street #NA

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10808585

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Empire State Realty Services NY

5

Bedrooms

2.5

Baths

1,980

Sq. Ft.

N/A

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half
Living Area 1,980 sq ft
Year Built N/A
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Location: Upper West Side, Manhattan
  • Property Type: Single Family Residence

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 8
Baths 2 Full, 1 Half
Pets Yes
Living Area 1,980 sq ft
Parcel # 2086-0051

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 30, 2018 $1,680,000 -
Price Reduced Feb 13, 2018 $1,490,000 -11.3%
Currently Apr 26, 2026 $1,525,000 +2.3%

Description

Located on West 138th St -Hamilton Heights- in the Upper West Side, only steps down the block to Riverside Drive & Riverbank State Park: 69+/- feet above the scenic Hudson River! This Turn-of-the-Century fully renovated three story(single unit) townhouse overlooks the Hudson's aesthetic beauty & features: five bedrooms, 3 full baths, walk-in closet, modern kitchen, living room with a +/-16ft dining area, decorative fireplaces, a rear deck with steps down to a beautifully landscaped garden, plus a finished basement with laundry hook ups. Adding unique character to this home's lovely interior decor are exposed brick walls and beautiful hardwood floors. For the outdoor enthusiasts, the Park offers tennis, track & field, paddle ball, volley ball, basket ball, 2 swimming pools, roller skating, winter ice skating, gym, picnic grounds, & 150 seat restaurant/catering hall. One can indulge in a myriad of epicurean delights in the plethora of dining options nearby including Dinosaur BBQ. Ideally situated near public transportation, Fairway Market, City College, Columbia University, Harlem Hospital & the West 133rd Street entrance to Henry Hudson Parkway, this gem has all the amenities & conveniences to complement a luxurious lifestyle replete with opportunities to satisfy one's intellectual curiosities!

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

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

$1.50M

Median $/Sqft

$1,500

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

69

Median Sale Price

$1.85M

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642 W 138TH Street #NA, Upper West Side, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1901
Year Built
125 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R8
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $75,420
Land Value: $23,880
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 1,499 SF
Building Area: 1,980 SF
Built FAR: 1.32
Allowed FAR: 6.02

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

This property has 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 1,980 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,525,000 for 1,980 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $770. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10808585
First Listed: 1/30/2018
Price Changed: 2/13/2018
Closed: 10/30/2018
Contract Date: 1/30/2018

Listing Courtesy of Empire State Realty Services NY - Deborah Iemma

Listing Contact: (646) 932-4442

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