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149 West 88th Street
Upper West Side, Manhattan | Columbus Ave & Amsterdam Ave
11 Rooms6 Beds3 Baths3,816 Square FeetMulti-Family
$4,250,000
$4,250,000
Updated 2 years ago
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149 West 88th Street

Upper West Side, Manhattan | Columbus Ave & Amsterdam Ave

11 Rooms6 Beds3 Baths3,816 Square FeetMulti-Family

$4,250,000
floors / apts4 / 2
Lot Size17'x100'7"
Built Size17'x50'
ZoneR7-2
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$37,128
Price Per SF
$1,114

This property was sold for $4,125,000 on 02/28/24.

Outdoor space and views

  • Garden [17'x40']
  • Central Park

Building Amenities

  • Voice Intercom
  • Garden

Property Description for 149 West 88th Street

This 17 feet wide four story brownstone is presently configured as a two family home, comprising an owner's triplex and a separate garden apartment, and can be renovated into a single family residence. The Parlor floor has 11 foot ceilings, original wood floors and beautiful fireplaces. The library has built in shelving, and the three chandeliers (pewter, crystal and glass) are exquisite. The kitchen is at the rear of this floor, built on the extension. On the second floor the bedrooms have their original fireplaces, and the dressing rooms (there are two of them) between the bedrooms have their original marble sinks. The primary bathroom, while dated, has its original tile and claw tub.

The upper floor presently has two bedrooms and another large room at the front of the house, which served as the former owner's laboratory! A scientist and inventor, he was one of the country's foremost authorities on microwave oven technology, and in this house he invented products we take for granted today, like microwaveable oatmeal and microwaveable caramel popcorn. This large room has the flexibility of remaining a large living area, being remodeled into a large bedroom, or two smaller rooms. And of course there is the garden, a beautiful oasis, quiet and green.

This historic brownstone is right in the heart of the Upper West Side. It's a block away from Central Park, a few minutes' away from some of the neighborhood's best restaurants, shopping and nightspots, and close to lots of public transportation.

Listing History for 149 West 88th Street

Now
02/28/2024
$4,125,000
Sold and Closed by Jeff Goodman
Brown Harris Stevens
2024
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Building Details for 149 West 88th Street

OwnershipMulti-Family
Building TypeTownhouse
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessWalk-up
Year Built1899
Floors/Apts4/2
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

86 St
0.19 miles
86 St
0.26 miles
96 St
0.38 miles
96 St
0.46 miles
81 St-Museum of Natural History
0.49 miles

Citi Bike

W 89 St & Columbus Ave
0.11 miles
W 87 St & Amsterdam Ave
0.11 miles

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Jeff Goodman
Brown Harris Stevens
Ralph Storrier
Brown Harris Stevens

Upper West Side | Manhattan

Quick Profile

Bracketed on its east and west borders by massive city parks, the Upper West Side (UWS) is known for its greenery, stately and elegant townhomes, safe streets and great schools, all of which make it a very desirable neighborhood for families. The UWS has maintained its community feeling, making it attractive to young professionals and retirees, both of whom want a sense of belonging in the place they call home.

Here you’ll find many apartment buildings, especially those along Central Park West. Historic architecture abounds, anchored by four luxury co-ops - the San Remo, Majestic, Century and Eldorado apartments - all of which have two towers on their interiors. They were built in the 1930s and their design was predicated on a 1929 building code that imposed a height limit on residences facing the street. There are also impressive row houses near Riverside Drive throughout the W 70 and 80 Streets. Above the 90s, you will find smaller buildings where walk-ups are very reasonably priced.

There are several world-class museums and venues dedicated to the performing arts. Plentiful dining can be found in the UWS. You will find everything from quaint Jewish delis serving up bagels and a schmear to sophisticated fine dining that has earned multiple Michelin stars, and everything you could possibly want in between. There is also abundant shopping and a vibrant nightlife.

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