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SOLD FOR $449,000

· Closed January 22, 2025

252 W 85TH Street #1A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$449,000

$499 per sq ft

252 W 85TH Street #1A

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10981889

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

0.5

Baths

900

Sq. Ft.

1914

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1 full, 1 half
Living Area 900 sq ft
Year Built 1914
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,352/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 1 of 10

Property Highlights

  • Views: Other
  • Exposure: North facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 0 Full, 1 Half
Floor 1 of 10
View Other
Exposure North
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1914
Living Area 900 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1232-0057-00252-000-000001A
Block/Lot 01232/0057

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 13, 2023 $750,000 -
Price Reduced Mar 27, 2024 $499,000 -33.5%
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $449,000 -10.0%

Description

Unique Opportunity! Potential Live/Work, Primary Residence or Pied a terre. 2 Bedrooms!
PRICE REDUCED BELOW MARKET BY MOTIVATED SELLERS!
This lovely 4 room coop is your blank canvas! Spacious lobby level unit is currently configured as 3 therapist offices, with the original kitchen having been removed, however the unit is zoned residential and could be redesigned to suit as a wonderful 1-2 bedroom home.
The flexible floor plan has many possibilities- offering both quiet street and courtyard views- bring your architect and personal touch to reinvent this home to suit your needs. W/D permitted with board approval.

252 West 85th Street is a meticulously maintained prewar coop offering easy access to parks, shops, museums and transportation. There is a live in super, storage included at no extra fee, bike room, laundry and both a game room and a playroom. Pet friendly!

Please contact me for more information and a personal tour. Please note: Some photos have been virtually staged & proposed alternate floor plan is subject to both architect's review and board approval and is for illustrative purposes only.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Smoke Free Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Building Other

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Common Playroom Elevators Storage

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 38
Stories 10
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,352/mo
Original Price $750,000
Sale Price $449,000
Previous Price $499,000

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

584

Median Asking Price

$1.64M

Median $/Sqft

$1,456

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

31

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

75

Median Sale Price

$1.75M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/28/26, 2:08 PM EST

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Location

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252 W 85TH Street #1A, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1914
Year Built
112 years old
10
Floors
38
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Riverside-West End Historic District Extension I

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $6,814,800
Land Value: $1,363,500
Exemptions: $115,462

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

Lot Area: 8,172 SF
Building Area: 59,119 SF
Built FAR: 7.23
Allowed FAR: 10

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Want help estimating ownership costs or understanding building compliance? Let's discuss

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $2,352 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 0 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 900 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1914, making it approximately 112 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: Pets Allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Pets Allowed. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $449,000 for 900 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $499. 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: RLS10981889
First Listed: 1/13/2023
On Market: 1/13/2023
Price Changed: 3/27/2024
Closed: 1/22/2025
Contract Date: 1/3/2023

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Anna Hetzel

Listing Contact: (212) 381-2390

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