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SOLD FOR $615,000

· Closed August 3, 2022

544 W 157th Street #3
Closed For Sale Co-op

$615,000

544 W 157th Street #3

Washington Heights, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10803500

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

3

Bedrooms

1.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1910

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Year Built 1910
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $985/mo
Neighborhood Washington Heights

Property Highlights

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

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Pets Yes
Cross Street Amsterdam Avenue/Broadway
Year Built 1910
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 2115-0011-00544-000-0000003
Block/Lot 2115/11

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Dec 29, 2021 $615,000 -
Price Reduced Oct 21, 2022 $625,000 +1.6%

Description

Bring your contractor and create your dream home in this expansive two bedroom (convertible three) located in a prewar elevator building in the heart of Washington Heights. Apartment 3 offers a flexible layout with plenty of design options to fit your needs. Full of charming original detail including clawfoot tub, transoms, french doors, original moldings, oversized bay windows and brick that can be exposed. 544 West 157th Street is a well-maintained, pet friendly, HDFC co-op with very high income caps for buyers, a recently restored facade with gorgeous copper patina and grand marble entryway. The building offers a double secure vestibule, video intercom and updated basement with spacious, card operated laundry room and commercial size washers and dryers. Co-purchasing is allowed. Sublet after 2 years of occupancy. Income cap for one or two individuals with up to two dependents is $240,700. Close to grocery, banks, gyms, restaurants and parks. The building participates in a high speed cable and internet package for only $75 per month. Please email for private showing.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $985/mo
Sale Price $615,000
Previous Price $625,000

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

62

Median Asking Price

$560K

Median $/Sqft

$660

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

1

Price Reduced

39%

Sold (30 Days)

5

Median Sale Price

$470K

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544 W 157th Street #3, Washington Heights, New York County • Near Amsterdam Avenue/Broadway

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

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 $985 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

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

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.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

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: RLS10803500
First Listed: 12/29/2021
Price Changed: 10/21/2022
Closed: 8/3/2022
Contract Date: 12/29/2021

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Aubrey Borrell

Listing Contact: (804) 543-7099

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