Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $2,175,000

· Closed April 5, 2019

140 NASSAU Street #12C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,175,000

140 NASSAU Street #12C

Financial District, Manhattan

Morse Building

MLS® #RLS10414091

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1879

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1879
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,263/mo
Neighborhood Financial District

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1879)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Exposure East,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street BEEKMAN STREET and SPRUCE STREET
Year Built 1879
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 0100-0026-00140-000-000012C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 5, 2018 $2,300,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $2,175,000 -5.4%

Description

This expansive loft in the historic Morse Building is waiting to welcome you home.

At almost 2,000 square feet, with 11' ceilings, exposed brick, solid hardwood floors throughout, and an abundance of storage space, it is currently configured as a 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom residence with a spacious home office/guest room complete with a Murphy bed. A wall of oversized windows facing west offers views of the architecturally ornate neighboring facades, as well as a striking direct view of the iconic Woolworth Building.

The kitchen features custom pearwood cabinetry, sleek black granite countertops and backsplash, a suite of complementary black GE Profile appliances, and a full size Eurocave wine fridge. Luxuriate in the master bath's huge steam shower outfitted with dual showerheads plus a center rain shower, and lined with soothing sea green glass tiles. There is a double sink vanity, and a Toto toilet. The 2nd bath features a deep soaking tub, a custom sink basin, and is clad in white tumbled marble.

The convenient FiDi location is just south of City Hall Park, close to all major train lines at Fulton Center, nearby great neighborhood restaurants, and close to the Oculus, Brookfield Place and Westfield World Trade Center. For more shopping, dining and entertainment, head west into Tribeca, north into Soho, east towards the Seaport and south towards the heart of the Financial District.

The Morse Building was once the tallest building in New York. Built in 1879 by two nephews of Samuel F. B. Morse, inventor of the telegraph, the facade features Romanesque style arches with contrasting red and black brick above the windows. An early tenant was the American Vitagraph Company, who created a motion picture studio on the roof. Converted to a cooperative in 1980, it was designated a New York City Landmark in 2006. The lobby maintains its beautiful mosaic wall murals, there are only 3 lofts per floor, and there's a lushly planted common roof deck with panoramic downtown views.

Move in as is, or bring your architect and create the loft of your dreams!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,263/mo
Original Price $2,300,000
Sale Price $2,175,000
Previous Price $2,300,000

The Financial District occupies the southern tip of Manhattan, where landmark office towers have been converted into spacious residential lofts alongside new luxury high-rise condominiums with river and harbor views. The Oculus and Fulton Center transit hubs connect over a dozen subway lines, including the 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, J, and Z trains, making it one of the best-connected neighborhoods in the city. Battery Park, Bowling Green, and the 9/11 Memorial provide open green space and waterfront access at the foot of the skyline.

Financial District Live Market Data

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Active Listings

261

Median Asking Price

$1.35M

Median $/Sqft

$1,256

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

15

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

21

Median Sale Price

$1.43M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/13/26, 11:53 PM EST

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Location

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140 NASSAU Street #12C, Financial District, New York County • Near BEEKMAN STREET and SPRUCE STREET

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1880
Year Built
146 years old
14
Floors
39
Residential Units
C6-4
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments NYC Landmark

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $8,428,950
Land Value: $1,152,000
Exemptions: $2,290

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

Lot Area: 5,964 SF
Building Area: 79,422 SF
Built FAR: 13.32
Allowed FAR: 10

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 $3,263 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 1879, making it approximately 147 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: RLS10414091
First Listed: 9/5/2018
Price Changed: 10/30/2018
Closed: 4/5/2019
Contract Date: 9/5/2018

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Leslie A Mintzer

Listing Contact: (212) 452-4473

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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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