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· Closed December 8, 2022

120 W 70TH Street #1B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$599,000

120 W 70TH Street #1B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10813357

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1917

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1917
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,549/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 1 of 9

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1917)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 1 of 9
Pets Yes
Cross Street COLUMBUS AVENUE and BROADWAY
Year Built 1917
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1141-0039-00120-000-000001B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 12, 2022 $649,000 -
Currently May 5, 2026 $599,000 -7.7%

Description

Welcome to 120 West 70th Street #1B - A spacious one-bedroom with pre-war charm in a prime Upper West Side location.

THE APARTMENT: Amazing opportunity to own a spacious one-bedroom apartment with a private entrance located in a historic pre-war building on the coveted Upper West Side. This well-priced, generously-sized apartment was the one-time home/studio of abstract expressionist painter, Theodoros Stamos. The apartment has a terrific layout plus all the desired pre-war details including well-proportioned rooms, oversized windows, beamed ceilings, hardwood floors and a large eat-in kitchen. Washer and dryer in-unit.

THE BUILDING: 120 West 70th Street is a beautiful and well-run boutique co-op located on an idyllic Upper West Side block. The pet-friendly building has a live-in superintendent, relaxing shared courtyard, bike storage and laundry room. Each apartment has a private storage unit. The location of the building is ideal - one block from Central Park, minutes from Lincoln Center, just around corner from some of the most popular restaurants/grocery stores in the city and easy access to the 1, 2, 3, B and C trains.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD: The Upper West Side is an area long known for its dining, parks, shopping, transit, numerous cultural institutions and fantastic neighborhood charm. Quiet tree-lined streets and unique architectural styles from the last 200 years make for an unparalleled quality of life in New York City. Central Park and Riverside Park are both minutes from your door. And with 5 train lines serving the neighborhood, getting to the rest of the city is a breeze!

120 West 70th Street, 1B is the chance to own an amazing home with old-world charm and experience all the Upper West Side has to offer at a terrific price point!

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,549/mo
Original Price $649,000
Sale Price $599,000

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

580

Median Asking Price

$1.66M

Median $/Sqft

$1,496

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

84

Median Sale Price

$1.85M

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Location

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120 W 70TH Street #1B, Upper West Side, New York County • Near COLUMBUS AVENUE and BROADWAY

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R3-2
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $88,140
Land Value: $18,900
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,834 SF
Building Area: 2,880 SF
Built FAR: 1.02
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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

The current listed monthly maintenance are $1,549 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1917, making it approximately 109 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

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

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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10813357
First Listed: 7/12/2022
Price Changed: 7/12/2022
Closed: 12/8/2022
Contract Date: 9/9/2021

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Dale Line

Listing Contact: (646) 918-9294

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