Milton Coste

Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker

(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $825,000

Listed at $750,000 · Sold 10.0% above asking · Closed November 9, 2023

Closed For Sale Co-op

$750,000

$1,000 per sq ft

170 W 81st Street #5B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10992107

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Hauseit LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

750

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 750 sq ft
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,230/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 5

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North,South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5
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Exposure North,South,West
Heating None
Pets SizeLimit
Cross Street Amsterdam & Columbus
Year Built 1927
Living Area 750 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Structure Type None
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1211-0056-00170-000-000005B
Block/Lot 01211/0000

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 7, 2023 $750,000 -
Currently May 2, 2026 $750,000 -

Description

This light and spacious pre-war apartment on the museum park block, within the Upper West Side Historic District, has quiet street views of cast-iron pediments and friezes plus lots of trees and sky. This apartment welcomes you home in a big way with nine-foot ceilings, original parquet floors, and generous proportions. Entering you find an inviting Dining Room that opens to a stately and bright Living Room and a full-sized south-facing windowed Kitchen. Down the hall is a renovated, pre-war windowed bath, and a luxurious Master Bedroom with a king-sized bed, ample custom closets, and a third custom shoe closet. A coat closet is located up front.

170 West 81st Street is a boutique pre-war co-op with a lovely coffered ceiling lobby, passenger & freight elevators, and wide bright hallways. There is a full-time live-in super, elevator, additional storage, and bike storage. In-unit Washer/Dryer machines are permitted. A new beautiful roof terrace was just completed with plantings, restoration hardware furniture and has protected open city views in three directions. The building is located in the very best part of the upper west side near Central Park and the Museum of Natural History, close to transportation and surrounded by a myriad of fabulous restaurants, and shops. Equinox, Soul Cycle, Levain, Zabars, and no less than five ice cream shops are just steps away.

This is classic New York living as it was meant to be. Pets allowed, Sublease allowed, Parents buying for children allowed.





Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Storage Building Inside None Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Building Storage Storage

Building Amenities

Bike Storage Elevators Storage

Appliances

Dishwasher

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,230/mo
Sale Price $825,000

Maintenance Includes

Gas,Water

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

$2.00M

Median $/Sqft

$1,667

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

33

Price Reduced

23%

Sold (30 Days)

80

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/2/26, 6:27 PM EST

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Location

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170 W 81st Street #5B, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Amsterdam & Columbus

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Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $112,140
Land Value: $22,380
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,706 SF
Building Area: 1,911 SF
Built FAR: 0.71
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 $1,230 per month. The fee covers: Gas,Water. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 750 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker. Additional notes: Small Pets Allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Small Pets Allowed

At the current list price of $750,000 for 750 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,000. 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: RLS10992107
First Listed: 8/7/2023
On Market: 8/7/2023
Price Changed: 8/7/2023
Closed: 11/9/2023
Contract Date: 8/7/2023

Listing Courtesy of Hauseit LLC - Nicholas Oliver

Listing Contact: (888) 494-8258

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