257 W 86th St #8C, New York, NY 10024
FOR SALE

257 W 86th St #8C
New York, NY 10024

Upper West Side
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 650 sqft
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 650 sqft

$458,000

Original price: $495,000
Est. Mortgage $5,353/mo*
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Upper West Side One-Bedroom Retreat!
You have arrived! The perfect city retreat or second residence, #8C is a recently renovated one-bedroom oasis in a full service boutique building; where residents enjoy a friendly attentive staff punctuated by a dedicated elevator-attendant. Upon entry, the spacious foyer and 9 1/2-foot ceilings welcome you, while the northwestern exposure floods the space with natural light and picturesque views of St. Paul and St. Andrew Church. Every detail has been carefully considered to provide comfort, with seamless appreciation to the original pre-war design. The oversized dimensions of the grand common room allows for numerous configurations that include a dining table and new heat omitting decorative fireplace, making the space ideal for entertaining. In addition to a precision restoration of the walls and molding, the home's electrical system has been completely modernized; and stylish wall sconces carefully mounted, to help create a cheerful evening ambiance. No area overlooked, the kitchen has been outfitted with brand new top of the line appliances. The refrigerator and microwave were even newly replaced a few months ago. The queen sized bedroom is comfy and inviting with an oversized window facing north and a custom built home office, offering both form and function. The apartment transfers with dedicated storage in the basement and there is room for bikes too. Not to be missed, the common roof deck provides residents with stunning views of Manhattan, the ultimate setting for an evening soiree.Residents of the building benefit from a recently completed gym which is included in the maintenance. For pets, the board will allow up to two dogs with approval.
257 West 86th is nicely situated between Central Park and the Hudson River Greenway and close to some of Manhattan's most reliable transportation options, including the crosstown 86th street bus and the 1, B, and C subway lines. The seller covers the 2.5% flip tax, and up to 65% maximum financing is available. The co-op has just finished installing a new boiler and the seller will be taking care of their portion of the assessment for this.
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Home Highlights

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HOA
$2,494/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$705
Listed
174 days ago
Listing by: Tungsten Properties, (617) 319-1210

Home Details for 257 W 86th St #8C

Days on Market

Days on Market: 174 Days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1907
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Coop

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Elevator

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $705

Community

Units in Building: 40

HOA

HOA Fee: $2,494/Monthly

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Price History for 257 W 86th St #8C

DatePriceEventSource
03/19/2024$458,000PriceChange
StreetEasy
11/06/2023$495,000Listed For SaleStreetEasy
11/03/2023$495,000ListingRemovedStreetEasy
10/03/2023$495,000Listed For SaleStreetEasy
09/24/2020$540,000Sold
N/A
08/11/2020$550,000PendingAgent Provided
07/02/2020$550,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/27/2019$575,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/20/2019$575,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
06/18/2019$575,000PendingAgent Provided
05/11/2019$575,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/06/2017$625,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/29/2016$625,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/29/2016$650,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/28/2012$430,000Sold
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09/28/2006$395,000Sold
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Alexander Sullivan-Parker - Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, Tungsten Properties
257 W 86th St #8C, New York, NY 10024 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 650 sqft coop built in 1907. 257 W 86th St #8C is located in Upper West Side, New York. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by StreetEasy on Nov 6, 2023.