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SOLD FOR $3,400,000

· Closed July 1, 2019

655 6TH Avenue #5E
Closed For Sale Condo

$3,400,000

$1,450 per sq ft

655 6TH Avenue #5E

Chelsea, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10826844

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Fox Residential Group, Inc.

2

Bedrooms

2.5

Baths

2,345

Sq. Ft.

1887

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half
Living Area 2,345 sq ft
Lot Size 18,452 sq ft
Year Built 1887
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $2,684/mo
Property Taxes $42,108/yr
Neighborhood Chelsea
Floor 5 of 7

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1887)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full, 1 Half
Floor 5 of 7
Exposure East,South
Pets Yes
Year Built 1887
Living Area 2,345 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 18,452 sq ft

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 21, 2018 $4,700,000 -
Currently May 9, 2026 $3,400,000 -27.7%

Description

SPACE TO ENTERTAIN 100 IN THIS HUGE CHELSEA CONDOMINIUM Entertain royally in this 2,345 square foot two bedroom apartment with 14 foot ceilings and wide-plank mahogany floors in the storied O'Neill Building. With an approximately 1,000 SF, loft great room, which includes a living room, den and semi-circular dining area, the proportions of the apartment are magnificent. The kitchen contains all Viking appliances and the sizable pantry/laundry room features a Bosch washer and dryer. Both over-sized bedrooms have en­ suite marble baths with stunning mosaic floors and there is a marble powder room as well. There are enormous closets in both bedrooms as well as in the exceptional foyer and in the spacious hallways. In addition, there is a 7'x10' private storage room across the hall. The architecturally unique O'Neill Building has a 4,000 SF roof deck which encompasses an outdoor kitchen. Well-known for its two distinctive golden cupola domes, the O'Neill Building is a prominent member of the Ladies' Mile Historic District. Located near to Trader Joe's, Whole Foods and Union Square Green Market, the O'Neill building is surrounded by some of the city's finest restaurants and shops. Assessment $521.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Eat In Kitchen Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 48
Stories 7
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Common Charges $2,684/mo
RE Taxes $42,108/yr ($3,509/mo)
Original Price $4,700,000
Sale Price $3,400,000

Chelsea is the epicenter of New York’s contemporary art world and a hub for innovative architecture. Home to the High Line and Chelsea Market, the neighborhood mixes industrial history with modern luxury. The real estate market here is dominated by high-end condominium developments designed by world-renowned architects, alongside historic pre-war lofts and historic townhouses in the Chelsea Historic District.

Chelsea Live Market Data

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Active Listings

320

Median Asking Price

$1.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,756

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

35

Median Sale Price

$2.02M

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Location

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655 6TH Avenue #5E, Chelsea, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1887
Year Built
139 years old
7
Floors
47
Residential Units
C6-2A
Zoning District
Condominiums Historic District: Ladies' Mile Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $18,935,559
Land Value: $5,812,208
Exemptions: $2,290

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

Lot Area: 18,452 SF
Building Area: 106,279 SF
Built FAR: 5.76
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 common charges are $2,684 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $42,108, or roughly $3,509 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 2,345 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1887, making it approximately 139 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $3,400,000 for 2,345 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,450. 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: RLS10826844
First Listed: 9/21/2018
Closed: 7/1/2019
Contract Date: 9/25/2018

Listing Courtesy of Fox Residential Group, Inc. - Gloria Sokolin

Listing Contact: (212) 639-9715

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