Meticulously maintainedMove-in readyBright turn-key co-opBright and sun-filled throughoutElevator building
ONLY $805/MONTH IN MAINTENANCE & TAXES — THE LOWEST IN WASHINGTON HEIGHTS.
Welcome to Unit 51 at 544 West 157th Street — a bright, turn-key co-op in the heart of Washington Heights where your monthly carrying costs will leave your neighbors speechless. At just $805/month combined maintenance and taxes, this is one of the most affordable-to-own apartments in all of Manhattan.
While comparable 2-bedroom co-ops in the neighborhood carry monthly maintenance fees of $1,500 to $2,900+, Unit 51 gives you the same Manhattan address for a fraction of the cost. That's a savings of up to $2,100 every single month — over $25,000 a year back in your pocket.
And the savings don't stop there. The building offers an unbeatable bundled WiFi, phone & cable package for just $75/month, plus optional private storage for only $40/month. Your total monthly overhead is almost hard to believe.
STEP IN AND STAY — THIS HOME IS TRULY TURN-KEY.
Unit 51 has been meticulously maintained and is move-in ready from day one. The kitchen features a brand new double KitchenAid oven and dishwasher — perfect for anyone who loves to cook and entertain. In-unit washer/dryer means no laundry trips. Ever.
The flexible second bedroom works beautifully as a guest room, home office, formal dining room, or actual bedroom — you decide how you live. Flooded with natural light throughout, this sun-drenched home feels instantly like home.
HDFC — BUT NOT WHAT YOU THINK.
This is an HDFC co-op with exceptionally generous terms that set it apart from nearly every other income-restricted building in the city. Don't let the HDFC label fool you — this building was designed for real New Yorkers with real incomes:
✓ Income caps of $279,000–$300,000+ depending on household size — far above typical HDFC limits
✓ NO resale price cap — sell at full market value whenever you're ready
✓ Subletting permitted after just 2 years of ownership
✓ Financing allowed up to 80%
FLIP TAX (calculated on net profit only):
• 0–5 years of ownership: 20% of net profit
• 5–10 years of ownership: 12% of net profit
• 10+ years of ownership: 8% of net profit
The longer you own, the less you pay. This is a building that rewards commitment.
BUILDING FEATURES:
✓ Elevator building
✓ In-unit washer/dryer
✓ Private storage available ($40/month)
✓ WiFi, phone & cable bundle ($75/month)
APARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS:
✓ $805/month maintenance & taxes combined
✓ Brand new double KitchenAid oven
✓ Dishwasher
✓ Turn-key & move-in ready
✓ Bright & sun-filled throughout
✓ Flexible 2nd bedroom — office, dining, or bedroom
✓ No resale price cap — full market value freedom
✓ Financing up to 80% permitted
✓ Subletting allowed after 2 years
PRIME WASHINGTON HEIGHTS LOCATION:
✓ Steps from the A/C/1 trains
✓ Close to Fort Tryon Park, the Hudson River & GWB
✓ Restaurants, shops & neighborhood amenities at your door
This is the rare HDFC that gives you all the benefits of low carrying costs with none of the usual trade-offs. No resale cap. No income trap. No compromises.
Asking $615,000. Shown by appointment — schedule your private showing today.
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