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    137 W 87th St, New York, NY 10024

    5beds
    4,330sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1899
    -- sqft lot
    $6,220,500 Zestimate®
    $1,224/sqft
    $9,223 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $6,220,500

    $5.29M - $7.28M

    $9,223/mo

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    What's special

    Introducing 137 West 87th Street – A beautifully renovated, Renaissance Revival and Queen Anne style Brownstone designed by the architect Charles Guilleaume in 1887. Nestled on a picturesque block in the coveted Upper West Side, 137 West 87th Street stands as a testament to timeless elegance and modern luxury. This home seamlessly blends historic charm with contemporary comfort, offering a unique living experience in one of Manhattan's most sought-after neighborhoods. Key features of this home include five bedrooms including a primary suite with a private study which could also serve as a nursery, a comfortable den off of the garden, three full baths, grand ceiling heights, abundant natural light, a tranquil private garden, impeccably maintained original details, five wood-burning fireplaces, and a full-height basement offering storage, a workshop, and space for a home gym. While currently being used as a single-family home, the property has the versatility to be used as a two-family residence as the garden level contains a separate entrance, kitchenette, and full bath allowing for multi-generational dwelling, income-generation, or a larger home office. Residents of 137 West 87th Street enjoy the quintessential Upper West Side lifestyle: proximity to Central Park, cultural institutions, boutique shops, and renowned dining establishments, ensuring an unparalleled urban experience. Don't miss the chance to make 137 West 87th Street your home and enjoy the best of townhouse living in the heart of New York City. Schedule your private tour today and step into a lifestyle of refined living.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Richard Pretsfelder,

    Leslie J. Garfield,

    Sophie Smadbeck

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1696173

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,330
    • Total interior livable area: 4,330 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Patio & porch: Other, Terrace
    • Exterior features: Garden, Terrace
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Garden
    Details
    • Parcel number: 012180120
    • Special conditions: Resale

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Condition
    • Year built: 1899

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Upper West Side
    Location
    • Region: New York

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,224/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $5,839,000
    • Annual tax amount: $32,040
    • Date on market: 1/22/2024

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/20/2024Sold$5,300,000-7.8%$1,224/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/21/2024Pending sale$5,750,000$1,328/sqft
    Source: StreetEasy Report a problem
    1/22/2024Listed for sale$5,750,000+4.6%$1,328/sqft
    Source: StreetEasy Report a problem
    3/7/2021Listing removed$5,495,000$1,269/sqft
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    9/2/2020Price change$5,495,000-8.3%$1,269/sqft
    Source: Leslie J. Garfield Report a problem
    7/10/2020Listed for sale$5,995,000+33.2%$1,385/sqft
    Source: Leslie J. Garfield Report a problem
    2/13/2016Listing removed$16,500$4/sqft
    Source: Corcoran Report a problem
    2/9/2016Listed for rent$16,500$4/sqft
    Source: Corcoran Report a problem
    12/6/2010Sold$4,500,000-9.1%$1,039/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/2/2010Pending sale$4,950,000$1,143/sqft
    Source: BHSR BROWN HARRIS STEVENS REBNY Report a problem
    4/9/2009Listed for sale$4,950,000+52.3%$1,143/sqft
    Source: BHSR BROWN HARRIS STEVENS REBNY Report a problem
    4/5/2004Sold$3,250,000$751/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$35,969 +6%$350,340 +10.9%
    2024$33,940 +4.8%$316,020 +2.2%
    2023$32,396 $309,180 -2.2%
    2022-- $316,260 -6.9%
    2021-- $339,840 -12.2%
    2020-- $387,060 -2.4%
    2019$29,807 +7.2%$396,600 +198.4%
    2018$27,808 +8.8%$132,931 +6%
    2017$25,565 +2%$125,410
    2016$25,071 $125,410 +0.8%
    2015$25,071 +75.7%$124,365 +6%
    2014$14,269 $117,348 +5.9%
    2013-- $110,776 +6%
    2012-- $104,509
    2011-- $104,509 +0.8%
    2010-- $103,638 +6%
    2009-- $97,790 +5.9%
    2008-- $92,314 +6%
    2007-- $87,091
    2006-- $87,091 +0.8%
    2005-- $86,365 +6%
    2004-- $81,492 +5.9%
    2003-- $76,929 +6%
    2002-- $72,576
    2001-- $72,576 +0.8%
    2000-- $71,971
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Upper West Side

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