Milton Coste

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581 ACADEMY Street #5B

For Sale · Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

581 ACADEMY Street #5B

Inwood, Manhattan

$499,000

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Active For Sale Condo

$499,000

$601 per sq ft

581 ACADEMY Street #5B

Inwood, Manhattan

Academy Twins

MLS® #RLS20116148

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2
Bedrooms
1
Bath
830
Sq. Ft.
1925
Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 830 sq ft
Year Built 1925
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $759/mo
Property Taxes Contact for details
Neighborhood Inwood
Floor 5 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Views: Other
  • Exposure: East,West facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 5
View Other
Exposure East,West
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1925
Living Area 830 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 2221-1183
Block/Lot 02221/1183

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 18, 2026 $499,000 -
Currently Sep 18, 2026 $499,000 -

Description

Top Floor Sun Filled 2Bed Condo Jewel! Picture yourself in this truly unique 2 bedroom 1 Bath condominium, which is filled with abundant light throughout the day. This postwar apartment features South and West facing views with oversized windows, skylights in the kitchen, and interior ceiling windows in both bedrooms, to maximize airflow and light throughout this apartment. As you enter into the living room, you'll immediately notice warm wooden floors, handcrafted built-ins throughout this home, beginning the with the custom shelving and storage cabinets, home office desk/work station, and a well situated dining table (for seating up to 5- 6) flowing from the ample sized windowed kitchen. The hallway is filled with even more shelving and storage for your library of books, vinyl records, CD/DVD's, shoes, etc., all with soft close drawers. There are even built-in laundry hampers and an iron board station. All custom built-ins and details were hand crafted by a master woodworker using maple wood. The generously sized primary bedroom has two South facing windows and has an ample sized closet, built-in dressers and even a night stand. It is spacious enough to accommodate a king sized bed. The second bedroom has two Westerly facing windows giving you sunny afternoon views of the Met Cloisters and is spacious enough to accommodate a queen sized bed, and also boasts built-in for all your storage needs. This home also features a Nest controlled central a/c & heating system, flush mounted ceiling speakers throughout, recessed, dimmable LED ceiling lights, soundproofing around the ceilings, floors and walls, and even City-quiet (double pane) windows to provide you with peace and tranquility. 581 Academy Street is a postwar, elevator building, with a live-in superintendent and central laundry facilities. Your new home is just moments away from Fort Tyron Park, Inwood Hill Park, and Highbridge Park, and the Met Cloisters. There are plenty of neighborhood dining options, and the A express train or the local 1 train are just a 7 minute walk. Subletting is permitted immediately in this condo, and pets are allowed. E-mail or Call for your appointment today!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Storage Building None

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Elevators

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $759/mo
RE Taxes Contact for details

Inwood is Manhattan's northernmost neighborhood, offering a lush and hilly landscape that feels worlds away from the city's concrete canyons. Home to Inwood Hill Park, the last remaining natural forest in Manhattan, the area is a haven for nature lovers. The real estate market is known for providing some of the best value in the borough, featuring spacious Art Deco cooperatives and historic pre-war buildings with views of the Hudson and Harlem Rivers.

Inwood Live Market Data

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Active Listings

22

Median Asking Price

$390K

Median $/Sqft

$549

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

4

Price Reduced

18%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

$370K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 9/18/26, 6:22 PM EST

Location

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581 ACADEMY Street #5B, Inwood, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
5
Floors
89
Residential Units
R7A
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $3,327,304
Land Value: $296,999
Exemptions: $126,853

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

Lot Area: 20,000 SF
Building Area: 70,639 SF
Built FAR: 3.53
Allowed FAR: 4

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 $759 per month. Confirm the exact amount with Milton Coste before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 830 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1925, making it approximately 101 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 Milton Coste for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $499,000 for 830 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $601. 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 milton@miltoncoste.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: RLS20116148
First Listed: 9/18/2026
On Market: 9/18/2026
Price Changed: 9/18/2026
Contract Date: 9/18/2026

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Edward H Liao

Listing Contact: (212) 381-2246

Listing information for certain New York City properties provided courtesy of the Real Estate Board of New York's Residential Listing Service (the "RLS"). The information contained in this listing has not been verified by the RLS and should be verified by the consumer. The listing information provided here is for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use. Retransmission, redistribution or copying of this listing information is strictly prohibited except in connection with a consumer's consideration of the purchase and/or sale of an individual property. This listing information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., all rights reserved. This advertisement does not suggest that the broker has a listing in this property or properties or that any property is currently available.

Broker Commission Disclosure: Broker commissions are not set by law and are fully negotiable.

Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

RLS at REBNY

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Quick Facts

Status Active Type Condo Neighborhood Inwood Borough Manhattan
County New York
Floor 5 of 5
Year Built 1925
First Listed 9/18/2026
Living Area 830 sqft
Common Charges $759/mo

Monthly Costs Estimate

Down Payment 20%

$99,800

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Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Loan Term 30 years

Est. Monthly Payment

$0

Principal & Interest $0
PMI (under 20% down) $0
Common Charges $759
Total Monthly $0

Estimates only. Consult a lender for exact figures.

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