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SOLD FOR $1,180,000

· Closed April 7, 2023

2-17 51st Avenue #314
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,180,000

$1,179 per sq ft

2-17 51st Avenue #314

Long Island City, Queens

MLS® #RLS10839616

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Modern Spaces, LLC

1

Bedroom

2

Baths

1,001

Sq. Ft.

1906

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,001 sq ft
Year Built 1906
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $754/mo
Property Taxes $2,916/yr
Neighborhood Long Island City
Floor 3 of 11

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Wall Units

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 3 of 11
Exposure East
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street 51st Avenue/50th Avenue
Year Built 1906
Living Area 1,001 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 16/7501

Description

SUPERB & CUSTOMIZED 1 BED w/ FLEX 2nd BR /2 BA at POWERHOUSE WATERFRONT ADJ.

Brilliantly stylish condo home located in the ever-popular and optimally situated Powerhouse, this 1001 sq. ft. 1bed/home office/2 BA offers a unique opportunity to transform the existing home office area into a 2nd bedroom. 10' ceilings and oversized windows give instant appeal as both the living area and home office (optional 2nd BR) also feature built-in wall shelving & cabinets that greatly add both polish and functionality. Added sleek ceiling fan and all recessed lighting, an upgraded bonus! Gorgeous American walnut wood floors. The adjoining open kitchen comprises spacious white lacquer cabinetry, deep brown accents, green glass backsplashes, and a pristine upgraded quartzite stone countertop. Stainless steel appliances.

The enormous master bedroom features an ample walk-in wardrobe and an en-suite defined by lush touches of Italian marble walls and floors, floating Carrera double sinks, an overhead rain shower head, and Kohler sink and Grohe fixtures. The second bathroom features soft beige ceramic tiles that surround a deep soaking tub and is complemented by a Lacava sink in a marble and wood combo vanity and Kohler fixtures. Bosch washer/dryer included in the unit.

An incredibly unique building designed by world-renowned architect Karl Fisher and distinguished interior designer Andres Escobar, The Powerhouse combines old-world charm with striking modern features. Amenities propel you into luxurious living, which includes a 24/7 front desk and concierge service; a lounge equipped with a pool table, plasma tv, and wet bar; a state-of-the-art fitness center, massage room & beauty treatments; movie room; a children's playroom; full-service business center; building-wide wi-fi; and an outstanding roof garden with panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline with a sun lounge, barbecue grills, and dining areas.

Location is ideal, being only one&ahalf block radius of the Gantry riverside walkways & parks, the 7 train direct by one-stop into Grand Central, and easy access to the East River ferry. Popular food markets, banks, and Duane Reade are all accessible by a short walk, while Vernon Blvd, with all its charming restaurants, cafes, and unique shops, is but a mere two streets down 51st Ave. The ultimate in convenience while offering the pleasures of being so close to the waterfront offering Manhattan's fantastic views just across the river.

Tax abatement until 2024

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed New Windows

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 11
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Common Charges $754/mo
RE Taxes $2,916/yr ($243/mo)
Sale Price $1,180,000

Long Island City sits directly across the East River from Midtown Manhattan, reachable in one stop on the 7 train. LIC has added more than 12,000 residential units since 2015, transforming former industrial blocks into a corridor of glass-tower condos, converted loft co-ops, and rental high-rises along the waterfront. Gantry Plaza State Park, MoMA PS1, and the Hunters Point Library anchor the neighborhood’s cultural identity. Median condo prices run roughly 30-40% below comparable Manhattan waterfront units, drawing both first-time buyers and investors looking for appreciation in one of the city’s highest-growth zip codes.

Long Island City Live Market Data

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Active Listings

169

Median Asking Price

$1.20M

Median $/Sqft

$1,524

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

12

Price Reduced

16%

Sold (30 Days)

13

Median Sale Price

$1.27M

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2-17 51st Avenue #314, Long Island City, Queens County • Near 51st Avenue/50th Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10839616
First Listed: 11/3/2022
Price Changed: 11/3/2022
Closed: 4/7/2023
Contract Date: 11/3/2022

Listing Courtesy of Modern Spaces, LLC - Mae Liew

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