161 West 86th Street, Unit 2A

161 W 86th St
Upper West Side

$2,695,000
Price
4
Beds
3,000 Sq. Ft.
$898 / Sq. Ft.
3,000
Sq. Ft.
$898
per Sq. Ft.
Open: 12/14 12:00PM - 02:00PM
Open: 12/14 12:00PM - 02:00PM

Description

Apartment 2A at 161 West 86th Street is a truly grand and gracious 10-room residence, perfectly positioned on a prime Upper West Side block just moments from both Central Park and Riverside Park. Spanning over 3,000 square feet, this expansive home offers extraordinary scale, with four to five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and two original staff rooms-one of which has been reimagined as a spacious laundry room. With its remarkable proportions and timeless elegance, this home invites endless possibilities...Apartment 2A at 161 West 86th Street is a truly grand and gracious 10-room residence, perfectly positioned on a prime Upper West Side block just moments from both Central Park and Riverside Park. Spanning over 3,000 square feet, this expansive home offers extraordinary scale, with four to five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and two original staff rooms-one of which has been reimagined as a spacious laundry room. With its remarkable proportions and timeless elegance, this home invites endless possibilities for customization while showcasing the enduring beauty of prewar architecture. Classic details abound, including rich hardwood floors-herringbone in the living room and gallery-soaring 11-foot ceilings, intricate moldings, oversized picture windows, and an elegant decorative fireplace. Designed for both intimate living and large-scale entertaining, the residence boasts a nearly 30-foot entrance gallery, a south-facing living room, and a formal dining room-each measuring an impressive 25 feet. The massive eat-in kitchen provides ample space for a full pantry, large dining area, and endless culinary creativity. Every bedroom is generously proportioned, offering privacy, flexibility, and the comfort of a true home. The primary suite, along with an additional bedroom, enjoys southern exposure with lovely treetop views. Original bathrooms and abundant closet space throughout offer the opportunity to create a highly personalized vision of luxury. This exceptional offering represents a rare opportunity to own a residence of such grand scale and prewar character on the Upper West Side-blending timeless architectural beauty with the versatility to suit today's modern lifestyle, all within moments of the city's two most iconic parks. 161 West 86th Street is an elegant prewar cooperative built in 1914 and converted in 1980. The building offers doorman service from 7:00 am to 1:00 am, a live-in superintendent, and attentive staff. Amenities include assigned private storage, bicycle storage, and a beautifully landscaped roof garden with sweeping city views. Pets are welcome with board approval.
  1. Listed by WESLEY L STANTON • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (646)-715-4775 C: (646)-715-4775 wstanton@elliman.com
  2. Listed by Annie Osiecki • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (631)-560-0456 C: (631)-560-0456 annie.osiecki@elliman.com
  3. Listed by Jordan Hoch • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (917)-579-6076 C: (917)-579-6076 jhoch@elliman.com
  4. Listed by Alexandra Reier • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (973)-714-3485 C: (973)-714-3485 alexandra.reier@elliman.com

Property Details for 161 West 86th Street, Unit 2A

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Property Details for 161 West 86th Street, Unit 2A

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20051227
Days on Market78
Taxes-
Maintenance$5,876 / month
Min. Down Pymt35%
Total Rooms10.0
Compass TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1913
CountyNew York County

Building

161 W 86th St

33 Units12 StoriesBuilt in 1913

Location

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Building Information for 161 West 86th Street, Unit 2A

Building/Complex161 W 86th StFloor2Stories12Residences33Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details3Year Built1913Building AgePre-war

Payment Calculator

$16,696 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,820

Property Taxes

$0

Maintenance/Common Charges

$5,876

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Property Information for 161 West 86th Street, Unit 2A

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Upper West Side
  • Stories Total: 12
  • Exposures: West, North, South
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning Description: R10A
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0006
  • Tax Deduction Percent: 33.00%
  • Tax Block: 01217
  • Flip Tax Type: Percent
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $15
  • Building Tax Lot: 0006
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 0.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Building Features: Elevators
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Exterior Features: BuildingRoofDeck
  • Building Laundry Features: Other
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • Common Interest: StockCooperative
  • Number Of Shares: 350
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: HighRise
  • Property Condition: Good
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Cooling: WindowUnits
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Appliances: WasherDryerAllowed
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Dining Type: Formal
  • Floor Number: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Laundry Features: InUnit
  • ElevatorsTotal: 4
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 33
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Attendance Type: DoormanFullTime
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 161 West 86th Street, Unit 2A

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Dec 10, 2025

Price Change

RLS RESO #RLS20051227

$2,695,000—
Dec 7, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20010775

$2,850,000—
Sep 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20051227

$2,795,000—
Apr 23, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20010775

$2,850,000—
Apr 23, 2025

Contract Signed

RLS RESO #RLS20010775

—
Mar 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20010775

$2,850,000—
May 30, 2017

Price Change

RealPlus #8cab8d27c98c3bb8d2b85a46d9ba85d7cf937ac7

$1——
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/10/2025

Price Change

RLS RESO #RLS20051227

$2,695,000
12/07/2025

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20010775

$2,850,000
09/26/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20051227

$2,795,000
04/23/2025

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20010775

$2,850,000
04/23/2025

Contract Signed

RLS RESO #RLS20010775

—
03/20/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20010775

$2,850,000
05/30/2017

Price Change

RealPlus #8cab8d27c98c3bb8d2b85a46d9ba85d7cf937ac7

$1

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Schools near 161 West 86th Street, Unit 2A

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 3.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 166 The Richard Rogers School Of The Arts And S
Public - K to 5
Young Women's Leadership School
Public - 6 to 12
Beacon High School
Public - 9 to 12
Frederick Douglas Academy II Secondary School
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 166 The Richard Rogers School Of The Arts And S
PublicK to 5

Young Women's Leadership School
Public6 to 12

Beacon High School
Public9 to 12

Frederick Douglas Academy II Secondary School
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 161 West 86th Street, Unit 2A, Upper West Side

161 West 86th Street, Unit 2A is a co-op for sale in Upper West Side. This property was listed for sale on September 26, 2025 by Douglas Elliman Real Estate, it's currently listed at $2,695,000. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 3. Nearby schools include P.S. 166 The Richard Rogers School Of The Arts And S, Young Women's Leadership School and Beacon High School. 161 West 86th Street, Unit 2A is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,000 sqft co-op built in 1913.

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