$400,000

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

$4,750
Closing credit¹
1 bed
1 full
Condo

Property details

About 257 W 86th St Unit 10D

Live Maintenance-Free for a Year! With the seller offering a $36K closing credit, this is a rare chance to own a spacious and bright 1BR for less than a Studio. Don't miss this classic prewar gem in one of the Upper West Side’s most coveted locations, offering exceptional value in the heart of Manhattan. The living room is expansive and full of character, filled with natural light throughout the day by north and east-facing windows. It’s large size easily accommodates distinct living and dining areas, and even a corner home office. 9’6” beamed ceilings, a decorative fireplace, and beautifully refinished hardwood floors, doors, and moldings complete this flexible and welcoming space. The cozy bedroom is outfitted with a wall of custom, floor-to-ceiling hardwood closets. The windowed bathroom opens to both the living and bedroom, offering convenient privacy when entertaining. A basement storage unit comes with the apartment- perfect for extras like luggage, skis, and seasonal clothing. Located between Riverside and Central Parks, this elegant prewar cooperative is moments from the 1 train and the SBS crosstown bus, with world-class dining and cultural landmarks just outside your door. Building amenities include a 24-hour attended lobby with elevator operator, an updated fitness center, landscaped rooftop deck with panoramic views, laundry room, storage units for each apartment, and bike storage. Pied-à-terres and pets are welcome. A 2.5% flip tax is paid by the seller. Timeless charm, generous space, and unbeatable location—this is Upper West Side living at its best. Note: The seller is offering a maintenance credit of over $36,000 to the buyer at closing. This credit equals more than 1 year of free maintenance, or a $1,000-per-month credit over 3 years of ownership.

Highlights

Home typeStock Cooperative
StatusActive
Year built1909
MLS #RLS20004014

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Interior: Entrance Foyer
  • Total Bedroom Count: 1
  • Architectural Style: Prewar
  • List Price: $400,000
  • HOA Amount: $2,847
  • HOA Frequency: Monthly
  • Year Built: 1909
  • MLS Number: RLS20004014
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: Sothebys International Realty
  • Office Phone: (212) 606-7660
  • Listing Agent: Colin J Montgomery
  • Agent Phone: (212) 606-7620

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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 most common annual income of people living in New York City, NY is $200k+. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area 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

The listing price of 257 W 86th St Unit 10D property is $400,000.

The property 257 W 86th St Unit 10D is a condo located in New York City, New York, 10024.

Active Listing: 257 W 86th St Unit 10D is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 257 W 86th St Unit 10D are: P.S. 166 The Richard Rodgers School of The Arts and Technology (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 84 Lillian Weber School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Success Academy Charter School-Upper West (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Middle School 243 Center School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), PS 333 Manhattan School for Children (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Innovation Diploma Plus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (The) (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Global Learning Collaborative (The) (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

The property at 257 W 86th St Unit 10D has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

The year of construction for 257 W 86th St Unit 10D is 1909.

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 $400,000.

While more than 210 listings in New York City, NY in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 792 listings sold at asking price, and more than 652 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in New York City, NY between March and April 2025 increased by 1.7%. In April 2025 median list price was $870,078 and the average listing age was 131 days.

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

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