$1,140,000
Updated 4 months ago
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De Soto

215 West 91st Street, 77

Upper West Side, Manhattan | Amsterdam Ave & Broadway

4 Rooms2 Beds1 BathCo-op

$1,140,000
Maintenance$2,290

This property was sold for $1,140,000 on 04/30/26.

Listing Features

  • BuiltIns
  • Corner Apartment
  • Crown Moldings
  • Entry Foyer
  • French Doors
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Moldings
  • Original Details
  • Washer / Dryer
  • New Windows
  • Center Island
  • Dishwasher
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Open Kitchen
  • S Steel Appliances
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • Pedestal Sink
  • Soaking Tub

Outdoor space and views

  • North Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Bike Storage
  • Elevator
  • Playroom
  • Renovated Lobby
  • Roof Deck
  • Storage

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 215 West 91st Street, 77

1916 SOUL + 2026 SENSIBILITY = 4-EVER TIMELESS BEAUTY

RENOVATED & RE-INVENTED SOULFUL HEART-WARMER w/OPEN PLAN LIVING / DINING / KITCHEN

DOWNTOWN UPTOWN FEEL IN FLEXIBLE LINE (Add 2nd Bath & W/D w/Board Approval -- See Alternate Plan)

SWEET POSITION IN PRIZED, FULL SERVICE DESOTO (w/Roof Garden & Playroom & Electric/Cable/Wifi sub-metered)

(NOTE: Advertised maintenance is lower than the true maintenance of $2526.68. See below** for more details).

Handsome, bright, and gorgeous, this re-imagined, upgraded, classic residence is a sizable and flexible stand-out. High ceilings soar above you, underfoot are beautiful hardwood floors, and everywhere there is light, openness, and beauty. With original moldings, custom built-ins, and a smart, timeless layout that comfortably accommodates today's expansive life, this home hits all the right notes.

Enter the gracious marble foyer, with its good closets, welcoming scale, and bar space. Through the attractive French doors, you flow into this home's beautiful core, the Great Room. Here is a lofted-out, open-plan living/dining/kitchen expanse that is the heartfelt soul of this stretch-out stunner. Three over-scaled windows grace this grand entertaining space, brightening the comfortable living room, the dining area, and the custom cook’s kitchen (with its top shelf stainless appliances, granite countertops, and big breakfast bar).

Quite separate from the living spaces, are the two big, peaceful, bright bedrooms. The dual access primary suite enjoys more of this home's signature big windows, high ceilings, and peace and quiet. With stylish, smart built-ins and good closet space, this masterful, king-sized bedroom is served by a classic, windowed bath (with spa tub). The second bedroom enjoys more high ceilings, big walls, dual entrances, and more good closet space.

Equidistant from both Central and Riverside Parks, with playgrounds and greenspaces galore, life here is both easy and fun. In its prized, prime location, most every area cultural, dining, shopping, entertainment and fitness destination (Equinox across the street) is nearby — not to mention a plethora of easy express and local transportation options. Sweetly positioned in its treasured DeSoto address, this winsome home enjoys all the benefits of its famous 1916 building: Greeting you every day are a friendly, full time staff (in a grand, restored, marble lobby), helpful resident manager, a delightful playroom, a stunningly landscaped roof deck, and bike/laundry/storage rooms. Pet and pied-a-terre (case-by-case) friendly, the delightful DeSoto includes all electric, cable, and wifi charges sub-metered within the monthly maintenance.

Rare is the residence that bridges classic beauty with all the comforts of today — creating a winsome home that resonates with timeless beauty and comfort. This is that home.

(NOTE: Some in this line add a half bathroom in the kitchen, or potentially split the full bath into two smaller full baths — and a washer / dryer. All must be approved by the board.)

(Flip Tax: 2.5% split between buyer and seller)

(**NOTE: There is an additional $47.90 monthly charge for premium cable and high-speed internet. Additionally, unlike the vast majority of Manhattan co-ops, shareholders at the DeSoto are given the co-op/condo primary residence tax abatement each year (as opposed to the co-op keeping the benefit for its reserves). This amounts to a substantial annual benefit for the shareholders themselves. In 2023, Residence 77 was abated $2838.52, thereby reducing the average monthly maintenance by $236.52. The net maintenance number after this abatement is reflected in the listing.)

Listing History for 215 West 91st Street, 77

Now
05/07/2026
$1,140,000
Sold and Closed by Brian K. Lewis
Compass
02/10/2026
Contract Signed by Brian K. Lewis
Compass

Building Details for 215 West 91st Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelFull-Time Doorman
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1917
Financing Allowed80%
Floors/Apts13/89
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

96 St
0.18 miles
86 St
0.24 miles
86 St
0.45 miles
96 St
0.46 miles

Citi Bike

W 92 St & Broadway
0.05 miles
W 90 St & Amsterdam Ave
0.09 miles

Contact Agent

Contact Agent

Licensed As
Brian K. Lewis
Associate Broker
License#:
30LE0903569
Company:
Compass

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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OLR ID: 376394