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SOLD FOR $705,000

· Closed February 27, 2012

159-34 Riverside Drive W #2B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$705,000

$553 per sq ft

159-34 Riverside Drive W #2B

Washington Heights, Manhattan

River Arts Apartments

MLS® #RLS10050765

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,275

Sq. Ft.

1941

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,275 sq ft
Year Built 1941
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $851/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Washington Heights
Floor 2 of 7

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 2 of 7
Exposure East,North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street West 158th Street & Riverside Drive
Year Built 1941
Living Area 1,275 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 9, 2014 $749,000 -
Currently Apr 25, 2026 $705,000 -5.9%

Description

*MINT SUN DRENCHED BEAUTY ON RSD* Grand, spacious and renovated to perfection, this home has been brilliantly reconfigured into a flexible 3 BR or a 2 BR with an en-suite office/nursery. Enter through a gracious foyer and find yourself in the expansive great room surrounded by windows overlooking RSD. Beautifully appointed throughout, this home features lush crown moldings, bamboo floors, recessed lighting, skim-coated walls housing new electric and cable. The kitchen has been lovingly designed offering tremendous cabinet space, wine storage and a granite entertaining island. The largest bedroom features a walk in closet plus an en suite marble bath while the main bath is done in crisp white beveled subway tiles and features a vessel sink. The final indulgence here is a full sized washer dryer in the Master bedroom wing. This turn-key home is situated in the River Arts, the premiere full service DM building in the Audubon Triangle of Washington Heights. Amenities include private parking for only $195 per month, a gym ($50/year), free bike storage, laundry, a resident super plus 3 porters, an events/party room and more. Only a short walk to the #1 train plus easy access to the Henry Hudson, the GWB and all major Metropolitan roadways. The River Arts is proud to be the first building in Audubon Park to go Green with the recent installation of Solar Panels. All this for just $851 a month! Quality of life and real value have arrived.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Building Garden

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $851/mo
Original Price $749,000
Sale Price $705,000

Washington Heights is a well-connected neighborhood known for its dramatic topography and stunning views of the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge. Home to the Cloisters and Fort Tryon Park, the area offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty. The real estate market is characterized by large, pre-war cooperatives that offer significant space for the price, making it a popular choice for those seeking value and community.

Washington Heights Live Market Data

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Active Listings

68

Median Asking Price

$575K

Median $/Sqft

$685

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

1

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

1

Median Sale Price

$493K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/25/26, 6:43 AM EST

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159-34 Riverside Drive W #2B, Washington Heights, New York County • Near West 158th Street & Riverside Drive

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1941
Year Built
85 years old
6
Floors
244
Residential Units
R8
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $13,862,250
Land Value: $1,444,500
Exemptions: $146,403

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

Lot Area: 81,625 SF
Building Area: 318,505 SF
Built FAR: 3.9
Allowed FAR: 6.02

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 $851 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,275 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1941, making it approximately 85 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 $705,000 for 1,275 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $553. 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: RLS10050765
First Listed: 7/9/2014
Closed: 2/27/2012
Contract Date: 11/9/2011

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Kelly Cole

Listing Contact: (917) 575-8375

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