A prewar condo amid the new towers of Billionaires' Row, for $3,650,000
Most of the listing photos are virtually rendered, so you may need to do some updating here, especially in the kitchen and baths.
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Billionaires' Row—The street with the most expensive properties in the world, is home to brand new luxury condo towers like One57, 432 Park Ave., 111 West 57th St., and Central Park Tower.
Amid these new developments is 171 West 57th St., a prewar condo building called the Briarcliffe, which went up in 1922. (Prewar condo building are somewhat unusual—most prewar buildings constructed before the 1940s were converted to co-ops or are rentals.)
This three bedroom, three bath at the Briarcliffe, #6B, is on the market for $3,650,000, reflecting a price cut nine days ago of $100,000, according to StreetEasy. It’s over 2,744 square feet, and has monthly taxes of $2,790 and common charges of $3,059.
The apartment has the distinct, original details that you would typically find in a prewar—with moldings and oak floors still intact, according to the listing. Keep in mind that nearly all the listing photos are virtually staged, so you may need to do some updating here, especially in the kitchen and baths.
Although condos are more expensive than co-ops, a prewar condo is going to run you less than a brand new condo—especially one on Billionaire’s Row, however, you may need to factor in the cost of a renovation. This unit is the only active sale in the building. A three bedroom, three bath that was fully renovated sold for $4,300,000 in September.
The apartment has a foyer and a 47-foot living room.
The windowed kitchen has its own service entrance.
There are several walk-in closets, and one is large enough for a home office. Other features include central AC and a washer dryer. Pets are welcome.
The white-glove building has a full-time doorman and concierge. Carnegie Hall is across the street and Central Park is two blocks away. It’s also close to restaurants, art galleries, and shopping on Fifth Avenue.
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