Active For Sale • Co-op

$700,000

$1,273 per sq ft

278 W 86TH Street #5A

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20081563

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

550

Sq. Ft.

1910

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1

Bathrooms 1

Living Area 550 sq ft

Year Built 1910

Ownership Co-op

Maintenance $893/mo

Neighborhood Upper West Side

Floor 5 of 5

Property Highlights

• Views: Other
• Exposure: North facing
• Style: WalkUp architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op

Ownership Stock Cooperative

Total Rooms 3

Baths 1 Full

Floor 5 of 5

View Other

Exposure North

Pets Yes

Year Built 1910

Living Area 550 sq ft

Architectural Style WalkUp

Basement Other

Parcel # 1233-0060-00278-000-000005A

Block/Lot 01233/0060

Description

1 bed 1 bath with a PRIVATE 500 sq foot roof deck terrace nestled in a landmarked 19th-century townhouse. The roof deck is furnished, planted with an irrigation system and lighting both on timers. Very low maintenance of $893 per month! Great light and open views. The apartment floors have refinished and stained. Brand new windows throughout. Two new air conditioning units. Bathroom has been beautifully redone and features a skylight. The unit features high ceilings, open kitchen with stainless steel appliances with a gas stove.

Situated in the heart of the Upper West Side between Broadway and West End Ave. This is a non-elevator, pet-friendly building with on-site laundry. The building is surrounded by a vibrant array of dining, shopping, and entertainment options and is in close proximity to Riverside Park, Central Park, and the American Museum of Natural History. The cross town bus is at your doorstep and the 1 subway station is on the same block. Pied-à-terres and Sublets are allowed. There is a monthly assessment of $372 scheduled to expire August 2026.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building None

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Under60 Sqft

Building Information

Total Units 9

Stories 5

Style WalkUp

Financial Details

Maintenance $893/mo

About Upper West Side

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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

543

Median Asking Price

$1.37M

Median $/Sqft

$1,441

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

20%

Sold (30 Days)

77

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

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278 W 86TH Street #5A, Upper West Side, New York County

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MLS® ID: RLS20081563

First Listed: 4/6/2026

On Market: 4/6/2026

Price Changed: 4/6/2026

Contract Date: 4/6/2026

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Joseph Peraino

Listing Contact: (646) 648-2986

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