Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433

RENTED AT $4,500/mo

· Leased April 8, 2026

27 W 96th Street #PH
Closed For Rent Rental

$4,500/mo

27 W 96th Street #PH

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20082011

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Stone Crest Inc

NYC FARE Act Notice: Under NYC Local Law 119 (effective June 2025), if the landlord hired the broker, the tenant is not responsible for the broker fee. Ask about fee responsibility before scheduling a viewing.

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1927
Ownership RentalBuilding
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

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

Property Details

Type Rental
Ownership Rental Building
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
View City, River
Exposure North,South,West
Heating None
Pets Yes
Cross Street CPW / Columbus
Year Built 1927
Architectural Style Prewar
Structure Type None
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1832-0016
Block/Lot 01832/0016

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 7, 2026 $4,500 -
Currently May 1, 2026 $4,500 -

Description

Located in a Classic Pre-War Doorman building directly on Riverside Drive. This Penthouse Studio Apartment has a massive private roof deck with panoramic views of Riverside Park and the Hudson River.

There is an entry foyer that could accommodate a boot bench and coat rack or be used as a cozy home office.

There is a brand new open kitchen with new full sized appliances, a new dishwasher and microwave, a custom stone counter top. Plus new kitchen cabinets and new stone floors.

There is a large living area with amazing western exposure.

Beautiful white subway tiled bathroom with new fixtures including toilet, vanity and medicine chest.

The massive private terrace has panoramic western skyline views of Riverside Park and the Hudson River.

Pets are welcome!

Building Features:
*Full time doorman
*Laundry room
*Live-in super
*Prewar charm with historic architectural details

Located in a Pre-War Full-Time Doorman Building with a live-in Supt, laundry in the building. Quiet and peaceful residential neighborhood. Enjoy this location's direct access to Riverside Park, and easy access to public transportation. Steps to many great restaurants, shops and stores on Broadway.







Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Inside Common Area None

Building Amenities

Elevators

Appliances

Dishwasher Microwave Stainless Steel Appliances

Rental Details

Available

5/1/2026

Fee Disclosure NYC FARE Act

Estimated Move-In Costs

First Month's Rent

$4,500

Security Deposit

$4,500

Application Fee

$20

Under NYC's FARE Act (Local Law 119), if the landlord hired the broker, the tenant is not responsible for the broker fee. Always confirm fee responsibility before signing.

Move-In Costs

CreditCheck,FirstMonthRent,SecurityDeposit

Short-Term Rental Potential

Estimated income if operated as a compliant short-term rental under NYC Local Law 18:

$375
Est. nightly rate
65%
Avg. occupancy
$7,313
Est. monthly gross

Estimates only. Requires NYC DCWP registration (Local Law 18). Most co-ops and condos prohibit STR via bylaws. Verify with building management and an attorney before listing. Past income is not guaranteed.

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

586

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,558

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

35

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

77

Median Sale Price

$1.81M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/30/26, 10:23 PM EST

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Location

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27 W 96th Street #PH, Upper West Side, New York County • Near CPW / Columbus

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1986
Year Built
40 years old
3
Floors
5
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $423,450
Land Value: $87,750
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 3,060 SF
Built FAR: 1.53
Allowed FAR: 1.5

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Want help estimating ownership costs or understanding building compliance? Let's discuss

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $0 per month. The fee covers: Water. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1927, making it approximately 99 years old.

This listing is RentalBuilding

Pets are permitted at this property: Pets are welcome!,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Pets are welcome!. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a viewing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com.

Have a question not answered here?

(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS20082011
First Listed: 4/7/2026
On Market: 4/7/2026
Price Changed: 4/7/2026
Closed: 4/8/2026
Contract Date: 4/1/2026

Listing Courtesy of Stone Crest Inc - Forrest Zlochiver

Listing Contact: (212) 239-3516

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Broker Commission Disclosure: Broker commissions are not set by law and are fully negotiable.

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