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SOLD FOR $1,600,000

· Closed January 14, 2025

194 Riverside Drive #4B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,600,000

$1,143 per sq ft

194 Riverside Drive #4B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10997678

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,400

Sq. Ft.

1901

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,400 sq ft
Year Built 1901
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,901/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 4 of 7

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,West facing
  • Character: Pre-war building (1901)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 4 of 7
Exposure East,West
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1901
Living Area 1,400 sq ft
Structure Type MultiFamily
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1251-0071-00194-000-000004B
Block/Lot 01251/0071

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 31, 2024 $1,650,000 -
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $1,600,000 -3.0%

Description

Make this elegant and spacious prewar apartment with 2-bedrooms and 2-bathrooms plus unique original shaving closet your new home!  With stunning original finishes and thoughtful updates, this lovely home is truly the perfect blend of prewar sophistication and modern comforts.  Fully renovated from the inside out, this beautiful home is move-in ready with new circuit breakers and updated electrical wiring, new plumbing, all radiators with new mechanicals, 2 newly renovated bathrooms, repurposed antique finishes, and smart hidden storage throughout. The highly sought-after, B-line boasts the largest kitchen in the building.  With custom Amish solid cherry cabinetry, large pantry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including 2-zone wine refrigerator, this windowed, eat-in-kitchen is ideal for the home chef.   The grand living room faces south with angled windows facing East, SW and SE for beautiful light all day long.  The generous primary bedroom is accessed through French doors off of the living room and features excellent, custom closets and a unique, windowed shaving closet original to the apartment with marble wash basin, but modernized with updated electric and added storage above and underneath.  The quiet second bedroom is nicely secluded and private to the common rooms and primary bedroom.  It features both bright recessed lighting if using the room as a home office or a ceiling mounted fixture for more gentle ambient lighting.    Both full bathrooms are windowed and have been fully renovated with high-end fixtures, recessed lighting and marble tiles.  One of the bathrooms features a luxurious, claw-foot tub and in-unit Washer/Dryer and the other features a glass-enclosed standing shower, pedestal sink and separate bidet.   194 Riverside Drive is a coveted turn-of-the century boutique building, built by famed New York architect, Ralph S. Townsend. It is located on the quiet stretch of Riverside Drive between West 91st and 92nd Streets, highly sought-after for its intimate, cul de sac feel, elegant apartments, and bold Neo-Renaissance facade. This well-maintained cooperative features a 24-hour doorman, stunning, landscaped roof deck, playroom, common laundry and bike and private storage. Pets are welcome and will enjoy playing across the street in Riverside Park! (Flip Tax is 2% of the gross sales price, to which is added, if the Seller’s sale price exceeds the Seller’s purchase price, 2% of the the profit.)

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Eat In Kitchen Granite Counters Common On Floor Common Area Flooring: Hardwood

Appliances

Dryer Wine Cooler Washer

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 41
Stories 7
Structure MultiFamily

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,901/mo
Original Price $1,650,000
Sale Price $1,600,000
Previous Price $1,650,000

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

583

Median Asking Price

$1.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,457

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

32

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

75

Median Sale Price

$1.75M

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194 Riverside Drive #4B, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1902
Year Built
124 years old
7
Floors
41
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Riverside-West End Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $6,052,500
Land Value: $2,313,000
Exemptions: $143,574

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

Lot Area: 14,687 SF
Building Area: 78,725 SF
Built FAR: 5.36
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 $2,901 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,400 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1901, making it approximately 125 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.

At the current list price of $1,600,000 for 1,400 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,143. 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: RLS10997678
First Listed: 7/31/2024
On Market: 7/31/2024
Price Changed: 1/16/2025
Closed: 1/14/2025
Contract Date: 7/30/2024

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Carolyn Zweben

Listing Contact: (212) 769-6537

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