280 Rector Place, Unit 8A

The Soundings Condominium
Battery Park City

$628,500
Price
1
Bed
625 Sq. Ft.
$1,006 / Sq. Ft.
625
Sq. Ft.
$1,006
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

This is it! Your chance to purchase an elegantly renovated one bedroom apartment in Battery Park City's best boutique condominium. A stand out, even in the building, this unit features tasteful renovations that are sure to please even the most discerning BPC buyer. Rich hardwood flooring, crown molding, custom built-in closets, a glass enclosed shower, and renovated kitchen are notable improvements. Walking in to the unit, Southern exposure lets light pour inside. A pass through kitchen to the left...This is it! Your chance to purchase an elegantly renovated one bedroom apartment in Battery Park City's best boutique condominium. A stand out, even in the building, this unit features tasteful renovations that are sure to please even the most discerning BPC buyer. Rich hardwood flooring, crown molding, custom built-in closets, a glass enclosed shower, and renovated kitchen are notable improvements. Walking in to the unit, Southern exposure lets light pour inside. A pass through kitchen to the left has large granite counter-tops even a chef can enjoy! An expansive living room allows for a dining area, living space, and even an office! The king sized bedroom has a full wall of deep, custom built-in closets for all of your storage needs. A spa-like marble bathroom and hallway closets complete this perfectly thought out apartment. The Soundings is the best boutique condo building in Battery Park City. From the friendly doorman, to live in super, gym, roof deck, lounge, children's playroom, dance studio, storage, bike storage, and attached garage - your every need is fulfilled. Perfectly situated in Battery Park City, grocery stores (Gristedes, Battery Place Market, Whole Foods), restaurants (Mir-a-mar, El Vez, Parm, PJ Clarkes, Southwest, Hudson Eats, Inatteso, Blue Smoke, Pick-a-Bagel), parks, the riverfront esplanade, entertainment (Battery Park Conservancy, Regal Cinemas), and shopping (Bed Bath and Beyond, Barnes and Noble, and the Brookfield Mall). Getting around couldn't be easier - take advantage of the free Downtown connection, M20, M9, and all trains close by!
  1. Listed by Andrew Klima • Serhant
    P: (716)-725-9136 C: (716)-725-9136 andrew.klima@serhant.com
  2. Listed by Jonathan Antonio • Serhant
    P: (716)-597-5150 jonathan.antonio@serhant.com
  3. Listed by Garrett Lawson • Serhant
    P: (917)-865-7158 C: (917)-865-7158 garrett.lawson@serhant.com
  4. Listed by Bradley Arthur Rhyins • Serhant
    P: (646)-583-3663 C: (646)-583-3663 bradley@serhant.com

Property Details for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8A

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Property Details for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8A

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20078827
Days on Market13
Taxes$1,240 / month
Common Charges$1,449 / month
Min. Down Pymt10%
Total Rooms3.0
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium
Year Built1985
CountyNew York County

Building

The Soundings Condominium

121 Units9 StoriesBuilt in 1985
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Building Information for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8A

Building/ComplexThe Soundings CondominiumFloor8Stories9Residences121Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details3Year Built1985Building AgePost-war

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Property Information for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8A

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Battery Park City
  • Stories Total: 8
  • Exposures: South
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning Description: BPC
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 3095
  • Tax Deduction Percent: .00%
  • Tax Block: 00016
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 7506
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 1240.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 625.0
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Name: The Soundings
Building Information
  • Building Features: BikeStorage, CommonPlayroom, Elevators
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Exterior Features: Courtyard, BuildingRoofDeck
  • Building Laundry Features: Other
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Building Pets Allowed Comments: No pitbulls
  • 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: Condominium
  • Number Of Shares: 0
  • 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: Other
  • Entry Level: 8
  • Fireplace: No
  • Kitchen Condition: Good
  • Floor Number: 8
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: No
  • Bathroom Condition: Good
  • ElevatorsTotal: 2
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Line: A
  • Number Of Units Total: 121
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitYes
  • Attendance Type: DoormanFullTime
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed Comments: No pitbulls

Property History for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8A

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Mar 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20078827

$628,500—
Aug 12, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2016081600960004

$610,000

+10.2% / yr

Jul 31, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012080200710001

$412,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/23/2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20078827

$628,500
08/12/2016

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2016081600960004

$610,000

+10.2% / yr

07/31/2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012080200710001

$412,000

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

Public Records for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8A

Taxable ValueLand$17,609Additions$106,947Total$124,556
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt622 SqFtLot Size0 SqFtYear Built0ZoningBPCAPN1000163095

Schools near 280 Rector Place, Unit 8A

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Battery Park City School
Public - PK to 8
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Middle 297
Public - 6 to 8
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Battery Park City School
PublicPK to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Middle 297
Public6 to 8

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

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More information about 280 Rector Place, Unit 8A, Battery Park City

280 Rector Place, Unit 8A is a condo for sale in Battery Park City. This property was listed for sale on March 23, 2026 by Serhant, it's currently listed at $628,500. It has been on the market for a total of 13 days and was last sold on August 12, 2016. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include Battery Park City School, Lower Manhattan Community Middle School and Middle 297. 280 Rector Place, Unit 8A is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 625 sqft condo built in 1985.

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