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$700,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Apartment
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 550 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 8 days ago
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1 bed 1 bath with a PRIVATE 500 sq foot roof deck terrace nestled in a landmarked 19th-century townhouse. The roof deck is furnished, planted with an irrigation system and lighting both on timers. Very low maintenance of $893 per month! Great light and open views. The apartment floors have refinished and stained. Brand new windows throughout. Two new air conditioning units. Bathroom has been beautifully redone and features a skylight. The unit features high ceilings, open kitchen with stainless steel appliances with a gas stove. Situated in the heart of the Upper West Side between Broadway and West End Ave. This is a non-elevator, pet-friendly building with on-site laundry. The building is surrounded by a vibrant array of dining, shopping, and entertainment options and is in close proximity to Riverside Park, Central Park, and the American Museum of Natural History. The cross town bus is at your doorstep and the 1 subway station is on the same block. Pied-à-terres and Sublets are allowed. There is a monthly assessment of $372 scheduled to expire August 2026.

Full Property Details for 278 W 86th St #5A

General

  • Price: $700,000
  • HOA FEE: $893/month
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Apartment
  • Source: REBNY
  • MLS ID: RLS20081563
  • Updated: 4/6/2026
  • Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 3

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 1

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Building None

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft

Location

  • County: New York
  • Subdivision: Upper West Side

Community

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Walk-Up
  • Basement Desc.: Other
  • Stories/Levels: 5
  • Square Feet: 550
  • Living Area: 550 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1910

Lot Features

  • Property View: Other
  • Zoning: R10A

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $893
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Property ID: 1233-0060-00278-000-000005A
  • Block: 1233
  • Lot Number: 60

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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Price
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4/06/2026
Listed
$700,000
34.62%
MLS
10/28/2015
Sold
$520,000
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Tax History for 278 W 86th St #5A

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Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
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2024
100%
100%
2023
100%
100%
2022
100%
100%
2021
100%
100%
2020
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278 W 86th Street #5A, New York City, NY 10024 (MLS# RLS20081563) is a Apartment property with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. 278 W 86th Street #5A is currently listed for $700,000 and was received on April 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 278 W 86th Street #5A? Do you have questions about finding other Apartment real estate for sale in New York City? You can browse all New York City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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