$395,000

257 W 86th St Unit 10D New York City, NY 10024

$4,691
Closing credit¹
1 bed
1 full
Condo

Property details

About 257 W 86th St Unit 10D

A rare opportunity to own a gracious prewar home in a prime Upper West Side location. This inviting one-bedroom residence offers timeless character, generous proportions, and modern conveniences at an exceptional value. The spacious living room is enhanced by a decorative fireplace, 9’6” beamed ceilings, and beautifully preserved hardwood floors, doors, moldings, and trim. North and east-facing windows fill the space with natural light, creating a warm and welcoming ambiance. The flexible layout easily accommodates distinct living and dining areas, with additional space for a home office. A windowed bathroom is thoughtfully positioned with access from both the living room and the tranquil bedroom, which features a wall of floor-to-ceiling closets with rich hardwood cabinetry. A private storage unit is included with the apartment. Set within an elegant prewar building between Riverside and Central Parks, this residence is ideally located just moments from the 1 train and SBS crosstown bus. Building amenities include a 24-hour attended lobby with elevator operator, a recently updated gym, a landscaped rooftop deck with panoramic city views, a laundry room, and bike storage. Pied-à-terres and pets are welcome. A 2.5% flip tax is paid by the seller. Some images may be virtually staged. A chance to own a timeless property at an exceptional price, all in one of Manhattan’s most desirable neighborhoods.

Highlights

Home typeStock Cooperative
StatusActive
Year built1909
MLS #RLS20004014

Summary

  • MLS Number: RLS20004014
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: Sothebys International Realty
  • Office Phone: (212) 606-7660
  • Office Email: joann.schwimmer@sothebyshomes.com
  • Listing Agent: Colin J Montgomery
  • Agent Phone: (212) 606-7620

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living room with a brick fireplace, wood-type flooring, and beam ceiling

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257 W 86th St Unit 10D

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Nearby schools

8

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

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

132 W 89th St

8

P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

100 W 84th St

7

P.S. 84 Lillian Weber School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

32 W 92nd St

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

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $135,129. 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?

12%
<35k
28%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
32%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

55%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • ToyotaToyota
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
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About 257 W 86th St Unit 10D

This home is located at 257 W 86th St Unit 10D in New York City, NY and zip code 10024 in the Upper West Side neighborhood. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $395,000.

In January 2025 more than 208 listings in New York City, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 890 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 759 were sold below. Between December and January 2025, New York City, NY real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 3.4%. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 79 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $862,270.

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

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