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SOLD FOR $3,250,000

· Closed September 30, 2014

161 W 16TH Street #17G
Closed For Sale Co-op

$3,250,000

161 W 16TH Street #17G

Chelsea, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10088859

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1929

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1929
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,876/mo
Neighborhood Chelsea

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1929)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths null Full
Exposure East,North,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS and 7 AVENUE
Year Built 1929
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 0792-1302-00161-000-000017G

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 20, 2014 $2,895,000 -
Price Reduced Jul 5, 2014 $2,750,000 -5.0%
Currently Jun 9, 2026 $3,250,000 +18.2%

Description

Rare opportunity to purchase a beautiful and spacious, prewar 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with large terrace in the coveted Barneys Building. This seventeenth floor apartment features a gracious entry hall that leads to the living room which has 2 exposures and a wood burning fireplace. Off the living room is a sensational, landscaped terrace facing west and north that measures approximately 31' x 7' and is flooded with glorious afternoon light. There are dramatic open views of Midtown including Empire State Building and Chrysler Building views with three exposures in total, (west, east and north). Additional features include a fantastic, corner eat-in kitchen with 2 windows and stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, high beamed ceilings and excellent closet space. The layout is exceptional with winged bedrooms off the entry hall with the corner master bedroom offering stunning open views to the north and east and the second bedroom facing the lovely terrace to the west. 161 West 16th Street is a full service co-op with 24 hour doorman, planted roof deck, live-in superintendent, bike room and elegant, restored lobby. Perfectly located on 16th Street, off Seventh Avenue, the building is not only located in the heart of Chelsea but in close proximity to Greenwich Village, Union Square and The Meatpacking District.

Building Information

Building null
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 156
Stories 19
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,876/mo
Original Price $2,895,000
Previous Price $2,750,000

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

316

Median Asking Price

$1.80M

Median $/Sqft

$1,846

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

15

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

29

Median Sale Price

$1.67M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 6/9/26, 7:19 PM EST

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161 W 16TH Street #17G, Chelsea, New York County • Near AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS and 7 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1899
Year Built
127 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R6B
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $84,120
Land Value: $1,920
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 350 SF
Building Area: 700 SF
Built FAR: 2
Allowed FAR: 2

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 $2,876 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1929, making it approximately 97 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. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

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: RLS10088859
First Listed: 6/20/2014
Price Changed: 7/5/2014
Closed: 9/30/2014
Contract Date: 6/20/2014

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Andrew Glick

Listing Contact: (212) 396-5883

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