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$6,495,000

439 W 21st St New York City, NY 10011

7 beds
7 full
4,175 sqft
$1,556 / sqft
House

Property details

About 439 W 21st St

For sale is a luxury multi-family townhouse that includes five studios and a triplex with two bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. This property is located on one of the most exquisite blocks in Chelsea, surrounded by charming historic landmark houses.<br><br>Situated in a prime location between Ninth and Tenth Avenue, this property is considered a prestigious asset in highly sought-after West Chelsea. Nestled on a serene tree-lined street, it offers a tranquil setting. The townhouse enjoys close proximity to several notable Chelsea attractions, including Chelsea Piers, the High Line, and the world-renowned Chelsea Market.<br><br>Currently, the layout comprises two studios with market rates, two occupied rent-stabilized units, and one vacant rent-stabilized studio that could potentially be combined with the free market triplex. Additionally, the property boasts a 35-foot-deep private rear yard, providing a delightful outdoor space.<br><br>This property presents a compelling opportunity for both investors and end-users due to its strong rental cash flow and various value-add features:<br><br>Development potential utilizing the unused air rights to construct an additional 1.5 stories.<br><br>A garden floor triplex with high-end renovations, offering an excellent live-in plus income opportunity.<br><br>Potential for future conversion into a single-family residence. The advertised floor plan is a proposed floor plan<br><br>It comprises a total floor area of 4,175 square feet and features six units in total, including five studios and one triplex. The rear yard spans 740 square feet, providing ample outdoor space. Moreover, the property has 1,135 square feet of available air rights for potential future development. The lot dimensions measure 1983, while the building dimensions are 1944.<br><br><br><br><br><br>

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,175 sqft
Year built1900
MLS #RLS20034401

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 7
  • Total Bedroom Count: 7
  • Architectural Style: Prewar
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $6,495,000
  • Price/SqFt: $1,555
  • HOA Amount: $0 Monthly
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Living Area: 4,175 SqFt
  • MLS Number: RLS20034401
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: UbiQ NY Ltd
  • Office Phone: (646) 583-5733
  • Listing Agent: Andrew A Brenta
  • Agent Phone: (646) 583-5733

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Nearby schools

7

P.S. 11 William T. Harris School

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

320 W 21st St

5

P.S. 33 Chelsea Prep School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

281 9th Ave

8

Sixth Avenue Elementary School

Public District PK-3

0.7 mi

64 W 17th 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 $96,324. The majority of New York City, NY residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

12%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
20%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

78%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
12%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

7%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
52%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 439 W 21st St

The listing price of 439 W 21st St property is $6,495,000.

The property 439 W 21st St is a house located in New York City, New York, 10011.

Active Listing: 439 W 21st St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 439 W 21st St are: P.S. 11 William T. Harris School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), P.S. 33 Chelsea Prep School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sixth Avenue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Nyc Lab Middle School for Collaborative Studies (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Ballet Tech/Nyc Public School for Dance (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Success Academy Charter School-Union Square (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Hudson High School of Learning Technologies (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Landmark High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Manhattan Business Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

The property at 439 W 21st St has 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms.

The property 439 W 21st St is 4,175 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 439 W 21st St is 1900.

This home is located at 439 W 21st St in New York City, NY and zip code 10011 in the Chelsea neighborhood. This 4,175 square foot home was built in 1900. Features: 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $6,495,000.

In June 2025 more than 232 listings in New York City, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1007 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 715 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in New York City, NY decreased by 4.3% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 99 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $881,252.

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

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