243 RIVERSIDE Drive #1401
MLS® #RLS10843980
Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
2
Bedrooms
1.5
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1909
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City, River
- Exposure: North,South facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 12, 2022 | $1,350,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Apr 27, 2023 | $950,000 | -29.6% |
| Currently | May 4, 2026 | $930,000 | -2.1% |
Description
Enjoy Riverside park views and amazing sunsets over the Hudson River. The moment you enter this exceptional apartment you are amazed by the views of the Hudson River. Bring your imagination to this prewar charmer 2 or convertible 3-bedroom penthouse filled with design possibilities. Character, high ceilings, west light and beautiful Riverside Park views make this loft-like prewar home a stand-out. Other features include open kitchen, hardwood floors, 3 skylights, beautiful marble fire place (not working). This penthouse apartment is Flooded with light and tranquility The main entrance to the building is located on Riverside Drive between 96th and 97th Streets. There is a second entrance on West 96th Street. Convenient to transportation, West Side Highway and crosstown to the East Side. Enjoy the beauty of the Hudson River and all Riverside Park has to offer. 243 Riverside Drive, is an historically significant and architecturally unique building designed by Herman Lee Meader. The building which is known as The Cliff Dwellers Apartment and was erected in 1916 as an ode to the Wild West. It has 62 apartment and 5 units on floors 2-12 plus two penthouse units. It was converted to a cooperative in 1979. Some of the units have been combined. The coop allows 80% financing. The building offers two elevators, a live-in super, full-time porter, and central laundry. Perfectly located along Riverside Drive and a few blocks away from the 1, 2 and 3 train station, Whole Foods, West Side Market, Trader Joe's, Citi Bike, Equinox, SoulCycle, NY Sports Club, numerous restaurants, shops and Columbia University. Bring your measuring tape, imagination and take a look at this value opportunity. Represents current apartment configuration, which may not conform to official legal documentation. Purchasers should consult with their legal or architectural professionals to determine legal use parameters.
Building Information
Financial Details
About Upper West Side
View All Upper West Side ListingsThe 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
581
Median Asking Price
$1.61M
Median $/Sqft
$1,479
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
34
Price Reduced
27%
Sold (30 Days)
80
Median Sale Price
$1.85M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 6:24 PM EST
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243 RIVERSIDE Drive #1401, Upper West Side, New York County
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $3,821 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1909, making it approximately 117 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.
Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.
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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