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SOLD FOR $535,000

· Closed January 20, 2022

159 RIVERSIDE Drive #3J
Closed For Sale Co-op

$535,000

159 RIVERSIDE Drive #3J

Upper West Side, Manhattan

RIVER ARTS, THE

MLS® #RLS10751573

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1983

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1983
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $963/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 3 of 1

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: West facing

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 3 of 1
Exposure West
Pets Yes
Cross Street 159 & RIVERSIDE
Year Built 1983

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 25, 2020 $549,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $535,000 -2.6%

Description

Morning sun in your bedroom, check, glorious Riverview sunsets, check. This huge Estate condition 1 br. checks off all the boxes. When you enter this unit you experience the open dinning/ living space with great views and light. Hardwood floors throughout the unit, period details, good closet space complete this great opportunity. The large bedroom has two closets and faces south/ east for glorious sunrises with a pleasant open view to private townhouses across the private landscaped courtyard. The sunsets on your dining and living spaces, It couldn't get any better. The River, Riverside Park, Riverbank State Park with bike trails, tennis courts and ball fields at your front door.


Welcome home to The River Arts building at The Audubon Triangle. The building allows in-unit washer/dryers and is pet friendly. This River Arts is the only full service DM building in the Audubon Triangle of Washington Heights. Amenities include private parking for only for $230 a month, a gym ($50/year), bike storage, laundry, a resident super plus 3 porters, an events/party room and more. Only a short distance to the #1 train plus easy access to the Henry Hudson, the GWB and all major Metropolitan roadways. A beautiful natural "glen" is off of the lobby along with rocking chairs that overlook the courtyard. The River Arts is proud to be the first building in the Audubon Triangle to go Green with the upcoming installation of Solar Panels. Smart management low maintenance superior quality of life. No assessment. No flip tax.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $963/mo
Original Price $549,000
Sale Price $535,000
Previous Price $549,000

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

595

Median Asking Price

$1.72M

Median $/Sqft

$1,580

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

38

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

N/A

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Location

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159 RIVERSIDE Drive #3J, Upper West Side, New York County • Near 159 & RIVERSIDE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1941
Year Built
85 years old
6
Floors
244
Residential Units
R8
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $13,862,250
Land Value: $1,444,500
Exemptions: $146,403

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

Lot Area: 81,625 SF
Building Area: 318,505 SF
Built FAR: 3.9
Allowed FAR: 6.02

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 $963 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 1983, making it approximately 43 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10751573
First Listed: 11/25/2020
Price Changed: 1/20/2022
Closed: 1/20/2022
Contract Date: 11/25/2020

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Gus Perry

Listing Contact: (718) 878-1700

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