SOLD FOR $1,175,000
Listed at $1,235,000 · Sold 4.9% below asking · Closed May 6, 2016
2-17 51st Avenue #622
MLS® #RLS10073752
Listing by Modern Spaces
1
Bedroom
2
Baths
1,173
Sq. Ft.
1906
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Exposure: North facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Sep 12, 2015 | $1,235,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Nov 19, 2015 | $1,295,000 | +4.9% |
Description
A very unique apartment featuring a rotunda living room surrounded with 11 oversized windows. Open kitchen with a separate dining area. Spacious master bedroom with ensuite bath and a huge walk-in closet. The additional home office space can easily convert to a comfortable bedroom which also includes a closet. And the second bathroom adds great functionality to this two bedroom layout. The open kitchen gleams with its lacquered white cabinetry, glass backsplash, stainless steel appliances and quartzite countertop, all complimented with a Wedgewood breakfast bar. American walnut hardwood floors throughout the apt.
Originally the Pennsylvanian Railroad Power Station, The Powerhouse was transformed into luxury condos by world-renowned architect Karl Fisher and interior designer, Andres Escobar. The Powerhouse is simultaneously peaceful and wonderfully located ? within close proximity to all shops as well as recreation areas . The building is one of the most sought-after developments in the neighborhood, very well known for its unusually spacious apartments and unique floor plans. The building still has 9 years tax abatement remaining.
THE AMENITIES: 24/7 concierge / live-in superintendent / free wifi / state-of-the-art fitness center / Aqua Grotto, a full-service spa featuring a social whirlpool & sauna, steam bath and massage room / lounge area equipped with pool table and wet bar / media room / business center / children?s playroom / bicycle storage / communal cold storage / roof terrace with city views / sunbathing deck / BBQ grills and picnic tables / on-site parking / storage space rentals available
THE LOCATION: Just 5 minutes away from the 7 train (only one stop from Grand Central) and steps from the waterfront parks, the Powerhouse brings utmost tranquility while being truly convenient.
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About Long Island City
View All Long Island City ListingsLong 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
165
Median Asking Price
$1.20M
Median $/Sqft
$1,524
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
7
Price Reduced
18%
Sold (30 Days)
12
Median Sale Price
$1.27M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/24/26, 11:08 AM EST
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2-17 51st Avenue #622, Long Island City, Queens County • Near 51st Avenue/50th Avenue
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed common charges are $910 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $540, or roughly $45 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 1 bedroom and 2 full bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 1,173 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1906, making it approximately 120 years old.
This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.
Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $1,235,000 for 1,173 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,053. 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 mcoste@kwnyc.com. 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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