253 West 16th Street, Unit 5C

$999,000
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1
Bed
Sq. Ft.
/ Sq. Ft.
Sq. Ft.
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Designer-renovated, spacious one-bedroom apartment located on a tree-lined street at 253 West 16th Street, Unit 5C, in Chelsea. Features a gallery-style entry hall perfect for art lovers, south-facing sundrenched exposures, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and moldings throughout. The custom kitchen is outfitted with high-end appliances, including a Bertazzoni cooktop and oven, Bosch dishwasher, Liebherr refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, and Miele hood. The king-sized bedroom includes custom closets,...Designer-renovated, spacious one-bedroom apartment located on a tree-lined street at 253 West 16th Street, Unit 5C, in Chelsea. Features a gallery-style entry hall perfect for art lovers, south-facing sundrenched exposures, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and moldings throughout. The custom kitchen is outfitted with high-end appliances, including a Bertazzoni cooktop and oven, Bosch dishwasher, Liebherr refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, and Miele hood. The king-sized bedroom includes custom closets, and the windowed bathroom boasts classic finishes.

Google Nest–controlled central air conditioning and an in-unit LG washer/dryer complement the pre-war charm of this exceptional one bedroom with wainscoting and crown mouldings. The apartment can also be offered furnished with custom designer and vintage pieces.

The building offers a live-in superintendent, elevator, bike room, common laundry, and additional storage for a fee. A C E L trains are located at the corner, with close proximity to Chelsea Market, Hudson River Park, the High Line, Chelsea’s world-class galleries, and Google’s NYC campus. Pets are permitted with board approval.

Listing Agents

  1. Erez Rose

    Erez Rose

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    erez@compass.com

    P: (516)-993-0521

  2. Cam Armand

    Cam Armand

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    cam.armand@compass.com

    P: (978)-810-0313

  3. Sarah Bowden

    Sarah Bowden

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    sarah.bowden@compass.com

    P: (323)-794-4311

Amenities

  • Crown Mouldings
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Elevator
  • Washer / Dryer in Unit
  • Laundry in Building
  • Central AC
  • Dishwasher
LISTING UPDATED: 11/20/2025 03:34 PM

Property Details for 253 West 16th Street, Unit 5C

StatusContract Signed
Days on Market52
Taxes-
Maintenance$1,457 / month
Min. Down Pymt20%
Total Rooms3.0
Compass TypeCo-op
MLS Type-
Year Built1930
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Building

253 W 16th St

53 Units6 StoriesBuilt in 1930

Location

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Building Information for 253 West 16th Street, Unit 5C

Building/Complex253 W 16th StFloor5Stories6Residences53Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets permitted w/ board approvalYear Built1930Building AgePre-war

Payment Calculator

$6,393 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,936

Property Taxes

$0

Maintenance/Common Charges

$1,457

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property History for 253 West 16th Street, Unit 5C

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 20, 2025

Contract Signed

Manual

Oct 30, 2025

Price Change

Manual

$999,000
Oct 16, 2025

Price Change

Manual

$1,085,000
Sep 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,160,000
Aug 22, 2016

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10086690

$935,000
Aug 22, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2016091500490001

$935,000

+11.2% / yr

May 9, 2016

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10086690

$949,000
Nov 18, 2011

Sold

RealPlus #6c24343d712e150ed42327983239084bad22e06d

$565,000
Nov 18, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2011112100260001

$565,000

+1.1% / yr

Sep 3, 2011

Contract Signed

RealPlus #6c24343d712e150ed42327983239084bad22e06d

$589,000
Aug 11, 2011

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #6c24343d712e150ed42327983239084bad22e06d

$589,000
Jan 27, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2006012701293001

$530,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/20/2025

Contract Signed

Manual

10/30/2025

Price Change

Manual

$999,000
10/16/2025

Price Change

Manual

$1,085,000
09/29/2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,160,000
08/22/2016

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10086690

$935,000
08/22/2016

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2016091500490001

$935,000

+11.2% / yr

05/09/2016

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10086690

$949,000
11/18/2011

Sold

RealPlus #6c24343d712e150ed42327983239084bad22e06d

$565,000
11/18/2011

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2011112100260001

$565,000

+1.1% / yr

09/03/2011

Contract Signed

RealPlus #6c24343d712e150ed42327983239084bad22e06d

$589,000
08/11/2011

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #6c24343d712e150ed42327983239084bad22e06d

$589,000
01/27/2006

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2006012701293001

$530,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 253 West 16th Street, Unit 5C

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Home Facts
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Schools near 253 West 16th Street, Unit 5C

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
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Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
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Distance
Middle 297
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

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