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SOLD FOR $555,000

Listed at $570,000 · Sold 2.6% below asking · Closed October 13, 2022

127 W 96th Street #5-E
Closed For Sale Co-op

$570,000

$786 per sq ft

127 W 96th Street #5-E

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10802771

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Agency

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

725

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 725 sq ft
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,084.16/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 5 of 17

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 17
Exposure East,North
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Columbus Avenue/Amsterdam Avenue
Year Built 1927
Living Area 725 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1851/12

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 9, 2022 $570,000 -
Currently May 6, 2026 $570,000 -

Description

Prewar charm and generous living space await you on the Upper West Side, in a handsome co-op moments from Central Park! Beautiful 5E is an oversized one-bedroom apartment featuring rich parquet wood floors, airy beamed ceilings, tasteful moldings, custom blinds, double exposures, and a ceiling fan.

A gracious entry foyer with a closet and removable bookshelves presents an open archway leading to the spacious living/dining room. There's plenty of room for entertaining, or simply relax, read, watch TV and work remotely in comfort. Lovely glass-paneled French doors connect to the well-appointed windowed kitchen offering floor-to-ceiling Craftline cabinetry for ample storage, tiled flooring and backsplash, marble countertops, a Broan 4-burner gas stove, and a 2-drawer KitchenAid refrigerator/freezer.

The king-size bedroom provides a peaceful place to land with room for extra furniture. Other highlights of this special home are the nicely-tiled full bathroom with tub/shower behind glass, and3 large closets for your personal belongings including a big walk-in in the living area.

Built in 1927 and converted to a cooperative in 1984, 127 West 96th Street is a handsome17-story building with a newly-renovated lobby and laundry room, a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, full-time porter (9 to 5), common garden, storage/bike room, and discounted cable. Pets are allowed.

The prime Upper West Side location between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues heightens the allure of living here. Right nearby is Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe's, T.J. Maxx, Starbucks, CVS, HomeGoods, Equinox and Soulcycle for working out, plus excellent shops, restaurants, cafes and other conveniences. Best of all, Central Park is mere minutes away for enjoying its incredible green space and recreational opportunities. Riverside Park is also close by for strolls along the Hudson. Another amazing bonus is easy access to multiple subway and bus lines, likethe 1, 2 &3 at Broadway, as well as the B, C and 1 trains.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Building Garden

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,084.16/mo
Sale Price $555,000

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

579

Median Asking Price

$1.66M

Median $/Sqft

$1,496

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

83

Median Sale Price

$1.85M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/6/26, 12:44 AM EST

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Location

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127 W 96th Street #5-E, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Columbus Avenue/Amsterdam Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
17
Floors
140
Residential Units
R9
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $10,877,400
Land Value: $828,000
Exemptions: $87,410

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

Lot Area: 10,092 SF
Building Area: 121,713 SF
Built FAR: 12.06
Allowed FAR: 7.52

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 $1,084.16 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 725 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

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

At the current list price of $570,000 for 725 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $786. 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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10802771
First Listed: 6/9/2022
Price Changed: 6/9/2022
Closed: 10/13/2022
Contract Date: 6/9/2022

Listing Courtesy of The Agency - Ben Toth

Listing Contact: (877) 943-8676

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