$4,500,000

161 W 86th St Unit 5A New York City, NY 10024

5 beds
3 full
3,100 sqft
$1,452 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 161 W 86th St Unit 5A

<p> <strong>Grand & Elegant Prewar 10-Room Residence on the Upper West Side</strong></p> <p>Discover the timeless beauty of this expansive 3,100-square-foot, 10-room home, featuring soaring close to 10-foot ceilings, original herringbone and new chevron floors, and oversized windows flooding every room with natural light-including the kitchen and staff quarters. Located in a boutique, full-service cooperative at <strong>161 W 86th Street</strong>, this unique residence offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and gracious living and entertaining spaces. </p> <p>Enter through a semi-private landing into a grand Gallery, with major rooms oriented to the South, West, and North. To the left of the Gallery, an oversized Living Room with a decorative fireplace, adorned with stunning ceramic and marble tiles, faces South over wide, tree-lined 86th Street, offering warmth and elegance.</p> <p>The Primary Bedroom and Second Bedroom are generously sized, featuring south-facing windows, built-in cabinetry, and new Oak Chevron flooring.</p> <p>They share a large, windowed bathroom with a stall shower, double sink and a soaking tub. A third bedroom or den is situated along the same hallway and is currently configured as a home office.</p> <p>The Formal Dining Room, currently used as a Library/Media Room, faces West with views of a beautiful landmarked building and enjoys beautiful afternoon light. It can easily be reimagined as a dining room, accommodating large gatherings and entertaining.</p> <p>To the right of the Entrance Gallery is the Eat-in Kitchen, featuring an area that comfortably fits a table for six, ample storage, and a functional chef's workspace with a north-facing window. Adjacent to the kitchen are two staff rooms: one currently used as a laundry room and the other as a bedroom with an en-suite bath.</p> <p>Down the hallway, two more bedrooms share a full windowed bathroom. One bedroom features double exposures (North and West), while the other faces West. Both include good closets and built-in storage, making them ideal for flexible living arrangements.</p> <p>Original prewar details, such as moldings and herringbone floors, seamlessly blend with modern updates, including central air conditioning and additional window/units.</p> <p>This pet-friendly cooperative offers a private storage bin, bike room, and a stunning planted roof deck. The building features a doorman ( 7 AM to 1 AM), a resident manager, and a boutique atmosphere in the heart of the Upper West Side.</p> <p>Flip Tax is 15% of the Capital Gains, Paid by Buyer. Up to 65% Financing allowed.</p> <p>Don't miss the rare opportunity to own a spacious, elegant residence that offers the perfect balance of classic charm and modern living.</p>

Highlights

Home typeStock Cooperative
StatusActive
CoolingOther
Size3,100 sqft
Year built1914
MLS #RLS11033540
FireplaceOther
ViewCity

Summary

  • MLS Number: RLS11033540
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: Sloane Square LLC
  • Office Phone: (212) 327-3068
  • Listing Agent: Meltzer Amy Tucker
  • Agent Phone: (917) 331-7779

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Nearby schools

8

P.S. 166 The Richard Rodgers School of The Arts and Technology

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

132 W 89th St

8

P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson School

Public District PK-5

0.2 mi

100 W 84th St

7

P.S. 84 Lillian Weber School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

32 W 92nd St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

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Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $115,694. The majority of New York City, NY residents have income $200k+ annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

23%
<35k
21%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
31%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

66%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
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About 161 W 86th St Unit 5A

This home is located at 161 W 86th St Unit 5A in New York City, NY and zip code 10024 in the Upper West Side neighborhood. This 3,100 square foot home was built in 1914. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,500,000.

In February 2025, from all listings sold in New York City, NY there were more than 189 sold above asking price, over 627 sold below and more than 682 were sold right at the asked price. Between January and February 2025, New York City, NY real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 3.1%. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 130 days, the median list price was $867,439.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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