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SOLD FOR $3,550,000

· Closed May 16, 2022

161 W 86TH Street #4B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$3,550,000

161 W 86TH Street #4B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10772701

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

3

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1914

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Year Built 1914
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,940/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 4 of 12

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1914)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Floor 4 of 12
Exposure East,North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE
Year Built 1914
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1217-0006-00161-000-000004B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 21, 2022 $3,750,000 -
Currently May 7, 2026 $3,550,000 -5.3%

Description

Rarely available, quintessential, impeccably maintained Classic Seven prewar, Upper West Side home, features 3 Bedrooms, Home Office, Staff Room with a Murphy bed, Formal Dining Room, Den, Chef's Eat-in Kitchen and 3.5 Bathrooms. Beyond the gracious, separate Entrance Foyer is the south facing, stately Living Room with a decorative Fireplace, and large enough to accommodate a grand piano.
The elegant Formal Dining Room, adorned with arches made from Brazilian mahogany and leaded glass transoms, is even spacious enough to include a Den and a Powder Room! The Chef's Eat-in Kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line stainless steel kitchen appliances that include a Wolf range with a external vented hood and a warming drawer, double Viking wall mounted convection ovens, Miele wall-mounted espresso maker, Sub Zero refrigerator, a wine refrigerator and plentiful cabinetry.
A separate corridor leads to the Bedroom Wing, comprised of 3 Bedrooms and a Home Office. The grand Primary Bedroom has an en-suite windowed Bathroom with a walk-in shower and a double sink, as well as 2 additional generous-sized Bedrooms, copious closet space plus a walk-in closet, and a second windowed Bathroom with tub. Adjacent to the kitchen is the Staff Room, furnished with a built-in Murphy Bed, LG Washer/Dryer and a separate windowed Bathroom with a walk-in shower.
2-zoned Central Air Conditioning, 10" ceilings and beautiful hardwood floors throughout.
A private storage bin transfers with the sale of the apartment.
151-161 West 86th Street built in 1913 is a well maintained building. Live-in Resident Manager, Doorman (7AM-12:30AM), 2 apartments per landing, charming, wonderful Roof Garden, Laundry Room, Storage units and Bicycle area. In the heart of the UWS, between both Central and Riverside Parks convenient to all major transportation, shopping, restaurants and movie theater. Pets are permitted.

Building Information

Building null
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 33
Stories 12
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,940/mo
Original Price $3,750,000
Sale Price $3,550,000
Previous Price $3,750,000

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

577

Median Asking Price

$1.78M

Median $/Sqft

$1,598

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

81

Median Sale Price

$1.85M

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Location

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161 W 86TH Street #4B, Upper West Side, New York County • Near COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
3
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $130,200
Land Value: $39,900
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 5,007 SF
Building Area: 2,420 SF
Built FAR: 0.48
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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 $4,940 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

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.

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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10772701
First Listed: 1/21/2022
Price Changed: 5/23/2022
Closed: 5/16/2022
Contract Date: 1/21/2022

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Amy Arpadi

Listing Contact: (917) 929-2234

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