Located just steps from Broadway, this VACANT fixer-upper townhouse is ready to be reimagined. This townhouse is flooded with natural light. The main level features an open-concept living and dining room. Upstairs you'll find 4 spacious bedrooms including a large master suite with walk-in closet bathroom. The three additional bedrooms share a full hallway bath. Situated in the heart of Washington Heights, enjoy being surrounded by vibrant culture, fantastic restaurants, and easy access to public transportation. The townhouse is conveniently located near Columbia University Medical Center and a brand new luxury residential building next door. With its classic pre-war details, high ceilings, ample living space, and prime location, this townhouse has great bones and will be an amazing home when renovated! Schedule a showing today! Owner will hold a mortgage if needed
Sold for $870,000
$870,000
541 W 159th St, New York, NY 10032
5beds
3,480sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1905
1,598 Square Feet Lot
$919,600 Zestimate®
$250/sqft
$6,161 Estimated rent
Home value
$919,600
$607,000 - $1.32M
$6,161/mo
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,480 sqft
Property
Lot
- Size: 1,598 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 021180055
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $250/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,415,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,217
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/19/2026 | Price change | -- |
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| 2/4/2026 | Price change | $1,725,000-4.2%$496/sqft |
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| 12/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000+106.9%$517/sqft |
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| 4/23/2025 | Sold | $870,000$250/sqft |
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| 11/12/2024 | Contingent | $870,000-3.3%$250/sqft |
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| 10/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $900,000-7.7%$259/sqft |
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| 10/7/2024 | Listing removed | $975,000$280/sqft |
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| 9/3/2024 | Price change | $975,000-2.5%$280/sqft |
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| 6/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000-13%$287/sqft |
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| 6/16/2024 | Listing removed | $1,150,000$330/sqft |
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| 4/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000-11.5%$330/sqft |
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| 3/28/2024 | Listing removed | $1,300,000$374/sqft |
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| 2/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000-3.7%$374/sqft |
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| 1/29/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+63.6%$388/sqft |
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| 6/14/2023 | Sold | $825,000+0%$237/sqft |
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| 4/7/2023 | Pending sale | $824,900$237/sqft |
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| 3/21/2023 | Price change | $824,900-6.7%$237/sqft |
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| 2/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $884,000-27.2%$254/sqft |
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| 8/17/2022 | Sold | $1,215,000+102.5%$349/sqft |
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| 2/28/2014 | Listing removed | $600,000$172/sqft |
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| 1/11/2014 | Listed for sale | $600,000+5999900%$172/sqft |
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| 8/27/2013 | Sold | $10-100% |
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| 8/18/2011 | Listing removed | $380,000$109/sqft |
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| 11/25/2010 | Price change | $380,000-15.6%$109/sqft |
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| 8/21/2010 | Listed for sale | $450,000-25%$129/sqft |
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| 9/28/2006 | Sold | $600,000-40%$172/sqft |
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| 7/15/2006 | Sold | $1,000,000+3233.3%$287/sqft |
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| 10/15/1996 | Sold | $30,000$9/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,217 +5.9% | $84,900 +7% |
| 2024 | $5,872 -0.1% | $79,380 -6.6% |
| 2023 | $5,879 | $84,960 -5.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $90,120 +11.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $81,000 -7.3% |
| 2020 | -- | $87,360 +2.5% |
| 2019 | $5,157 +2.2% | $85,260 +253.4% |
| 2018 | $5,047 +8.7% | $24,124 +5.9% |
| 2017 | $4,644 +10.5% | $22,780 +6% |
| 2016 | $4,203 | $21,496 |
| 2015 | $4,203 +62.2% | $21,496 +5.9% |
| 2014 | $2,592 | $20,304 +1% |
| 2013 | -- | $20,104 +5.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $18,984 +6% |
| 2011 | -- | $17,914 |
| 2010 | -- | $17,914 +5.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $16,920 +1% |
| 2008 | -- | $16,754 +5.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $15,820 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $14,929 |
| 2005 | -- | $14,929 +5.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $14,100 +1% |
| 2003 | -- | $13,962 +5.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $13,184 +6% |
| 2001 | -- | $12,441 |
| 2000 | -- | $12,441 |
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Neighborhood: Washington Heights
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ps 4 Duke EllingtonGrades: PK-5Distance: 0 mi
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