Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $1,800,000

Listed at $1,995,000 · Sold 9.8% below asking · Closed April 17, 2023

Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,995,000

$1,160 per sq ft

50 W 96TH Street #12B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10950131

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

2

Bedrooms

3

Baths

1,720

Sq. Ft.

1929

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3
Living Area 1,720 sq ft
Year Built 1929
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,182/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 12 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North,West facing
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full
Floor 12 of 15
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Exposure North,West
Cooling Window Units
Pets DogsOk, Yes
Year Built 1929
Living Area 1,720 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1209-0053-00050-000-000012B
Block/Lot 01511/0069

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 12, 2022 $1,995,000 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $1,995,000 -

Description

Sponsor Unit for sale.Create your dream home in this white canvas residence.

Live happily on a great Central Park Block in this spacious and fine three-bedroom, three-bathroom, six-room Pre-War Cooperative home that is in original condition.
This apartment retains the beautiful solid oak strip floor hardware and 9 foot ceilings that distinguish classic late 1920s apartments. The apartment features a large north-facing living room, gracious dining area/foyer, 3 large bedrooms, many commodious closets, and a staff room that has an extra-large washer/dryer that can be a the fourth alcove. Exposures are primarily North with some West and South windows. The large windowed kitchen has all the space for creating a perfect chef kitchen with a breakfast nook, also, The three bathrooms have windows.
This late 1920s building originally had 61 units but now has fewer because it has been popular for combinations. It features a 24-hour doorman and live-in resident manager superintendent, an additional laundry in the basement, storage and a bike room as well as a beautiful roof garden. The building is pet-friendly and allows pied-a-terres on a case-by-case basis. A 2% flip tax is paid by the purchaser and 75% financing is permitted. Transportation, restaurants, shopping of all kinds are within blocks. Top stores at the nearby Columbus Square Shopping Center include Whole Foods, and Trader Joe's. Currently there is an assessment of $141 month.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Smoke Free Building None In Unit

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Under60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Elevators

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 61
Stories 15
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,182/mo
Sale Price $1,800,000

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

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, 7:40 PM EST

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Location

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50 W 96TH Street #12B, Upper West Side, New York County

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Floor Plans

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Floor Plan 2

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $68,640
Land Value: $15,540
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 3,300 SF
Building Area: 1,996 SF
Built FAR: 0.6
Allowed FAR: 1.5

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 $3,182 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,720 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

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: Pets Allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Pets Allowed. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,995,000 for 1,720 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,160. 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: RLS10950131
First Listed: 9/12/2022
On Market: 9/12/2022
Price Changed: 9/12/2022
Closed: 4/17/2023
Contract Date: 9/12/2022

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Monica Luque

Listing Contact: (212) 712-6089

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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.

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