Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433
544 W 157TH Street #2
Closed For Sale Co-op

$625,000

544 W 157TH Street #2

Washington Heights, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10073332

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Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1910

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1910
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,073/mo
Neighborhood Washington Heights

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1910)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths null Full
Pets Yes
Cross Street Amsterdam & Bway
Year Built 1910
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 2115-0011-00544-000-0000002

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 1, 2017 $699,000 -
Price Reduced Nov 15, 2017 $675,000 -3.4%
Currently Jun 2, 2026 $625,000 -7.4%

Description

OFFER ACCEPTED. SHOWING FOR BACK UP BY APPOINTMENT. A truly generous apartment. It could be a 5 bedroom--or you could just use 3 of the rooms as bedrooms and still have a separate dining room, living room and study. And the rooms are huge!. Beautiful original floors. Put in a new kitchen, and you are ready to go. Raised ground floor street-facing coop apt a fiscally sound HDFC to which banks will give mortgages. Restored marble lobby, bicycle storage laundry and very liberal income caps. 2 dependents or less: up to $357,679/year 3 dependents or more: up to $472, 292/year.. 1/4 of a block from the 1 train, 4 blocks to the C at 155th or the A train at 168th. Close to Columbia Medical Center and New York Presbyterian Hospital, George Washington Bridge, as well as the path along the Hudson River. Flip tax paid by seller: Owning for 5 years or less 20 %; Owning for 5-10 years 12% and Owning for 10 years or more: 8%. 20 percent cash down for purchase required.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,073/mo
Original Price $699,000
Sale Price $625,000
Previous Price $675,000

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

63

Median Asking Price

$560K

Median $/Sqft

$660

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

2

Price Reduced

40%

Sold (30 Days)

5

Median Sale Price

$470K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 6/2/26, 3:57 PM EST

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544 W 157TH Street #2, Washington Heights, New York County • Near Amsterdam & Bway

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1910
Year Built
116 years old
8
Floors
40
Residential Units
R7-2
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,488,150
Land Value: $118,800
Exemptions: $933,590

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

Lot Area: 7,494 SF
Building Area: 42,000 SF
Built FAR: 5.6
Allowed FAR: 3.44

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 $1,073 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1910, making it approximately 116 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: RLS10073332
First Listed: 9/1/2017
Price Changed: 11/15/2017
Closed: 7/17/2018
Contract Date: 9/1/2017

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Vivian Ducat

Listing Contact: (212) 381-2598

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