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252 W 85TH Street #5B
Upper West Side, Manhattan
$1,780,000
252 W 85TH Street #5B
MLS® #RLS20098501
Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Baths
- N/A
- Sq. Ft.
- 1914
- Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: Other
- Climate Control: Other
- Character: Pre-war building (1914)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 17, 2026 | $1,780,000 | - |
| Currently | Oct 8, 2026 | $1,780,000 | - |
Description
NEW TO MARKET! Filled with natural light, this inviting, quintessential Classic 6 prewar home offers a flexible two- or three-bedroom layout that can easily adapt to your changing needs and lifestyle. Ready for your personal touch, the home is currently configured with two spacious bedrooms, a generous living room, and a formal dining room, creating an ideal setting for both everyday living and entertaining. The updated, windowed eat-in chef's kitchen features abundant storage and opens seamlessly to a versatile space perfect as a breakfast nook, home office, or guest area. This thoughtfully designed wing also includes a full bath and washer/dryer, offering exceptional flexibility for modern living. Whether you're looking for an entertainer's dream, a comfortable retreat, a dedicated work-from-home space, or an opportunity to transform a blank canvas, this home offers endless possibilities. Prewar details abound, including high beamed ceilings, picture-frame moldings, and original French doors, all adding warmth, charm, and character. The desirable B-line enjoys lovely treetop views overlooking the quiet, picturesque block. Located at 252 West 85th Street, this beautifully maintained 38-unit elevator cooperative offers a live-in superintendent, virtual doorman, laundry room, bike room, and playroom. Each apartment is dedicated a private basement storage cage included in the maintenance. Pet-friendly and ideally situated near the subway, crosstown bus, shops, Riverside and Central Parks, and all that the neighborhood has to offer, this is a fantastic value in the heart of the Upper West Side. Schedule your private tour today! Alternate floor plans are illustrative and subject to DOB, coop board and architect's review and approval.
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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
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545
Median Asking Price
$1.69M
Median $/Sqft
$1,575
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
25
Price Reduced
25%
Sold (30 Days)
65
Median Sale Price
$1.43M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 10/7/26, 11:00 PM EST
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The current listed monthly maintenance are $3,022 per month. Confirm the exact amount with Milton Coste before making an offer.
This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1914, making it approximately 112 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: Pets Allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Pets Allowed. Contact Milton Coste for weight limits or breed restrictions.
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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Quick Facts
Monthly Costs Estimate
$356,000
Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Est. Monthly Payment
$0
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Mansion tax applies at this price point
New York State charges the buyer a mansion tax on residential purchases at $1,000,000 or more. At this asking price the tier is $1M to $1,999,999 at 1.00%, applied to the whole purchase price. It is due in cash at closing and cannot be financed.
Estimated mansion tax at asking
$17,800
Estimate based on the asking price. Confirm your own obligation with your real estate attorney.
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