280 Rector Place, Unit 8N

The Soundings Condominium
Battery Park City

$799,000
Price
2
Beds
764 Sq. Ft.
$1,046 / Sq. Ft.
764
Sq. Ft.
$1,046
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Enjoy this rare and beautifully updated two-bedroom, one bath condominium at 280 Rector Place. Bright and refreshing and filled with natural light, this inviting property offers view of the One World Trade Center and an exceptionally spacious living room with an open concept layout great for entertaining or relaxing. Both generously sized bedrooms face south, providing wonderful sunlight throughout the day. This unique condominium building is located ideally in the heart of Battery Park City, just...Enjoy this rare and beautifully updated two-bedroom, one bath condominium at 280 Rector Place. Bright and refreshing and filled with natural light, this inviting property offers view of the One World Trade Center and an exceptionally spacious living room with an open concept layout great for entertaining or relaxing. Both generously sized bedrooms face south, providing wonderful sunlight throughout the day. This unique condominium building is located ideally in the heart of Battery Park City, just moments from shopping, dining, entertainment and the scenic waterfront. Enjoy easy access to Brookfield Place, the Hudson River Esplanade and the free Downtown Connection shuttle, along with virtually every major subway line nearby, making commuting throughout the city effortless. Don't miss your chance to live in one of Downtown Manhattan's most desirable waterfront neighborhoods, surrounded by parks, river views, and endless conveniences.
  1. Listed by Shannon Andre-Dewey • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (917)-224-9613 shannon.andre@elliman.com

Property Details for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8N

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Downtown, ParkGreenbelt, Skyline
LISTING UPDATED: 06/25/2026 04:57 PM

Property Details for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8N

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20099782
Days on Market15
Pet PolicyAllowed
Taxes$1,443 / month
Common Charges$1,673 / month
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms4.0
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondo
Year Built1985
CountyNew York County

Building

The Soundings Condominium

121 Units9 StoriesBuilt in 1985
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Location

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Building Information for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8N

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

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$7,098 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,982

Property Taxes

$1,443

Maintenance/Common Charges

$1,673

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Property Information for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8N

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Battery Park City
  • Stories Total: 9
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning Description: BPC
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 3108
  • Tax Block: 00016
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Building Tax Lot: 7506
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 1443.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 764.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Name: The Soundings
Building Information
  • Building Features: BikeStorage, CommonPlayroom
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Staff Type: SuperLiveIn
  • Building Exterior Features: BuildingRoofDeck
  • Building Laundry Features: OnCommonFloor
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Building Pool Features: None
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: HighRise
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Fireplace: No
  • Floor Number: 8
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: Yes
  • ElevatorsTotal: 2
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 121
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Attendance Type: DoormanFullTime
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8N

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jun 24, 2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20099782

$799,000—
Aug 5, 2025

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20030211

$850,000—
Jun 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20030211

$850,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/24/2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20099782

$799,000
08/05/2025

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20030211

$850,000
06/11/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20030211

$850,000

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

Public Records for 280 Rector Place, Unit 8N

Taxable ValueLand$20,088Additions$121,995Total$142,083
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt764 SqFtLot Size0 SqFtYear Built0ZoningBPCAPN1000163108

Schools near 280 Rector Place, Unit 8N

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 8N, Battery Park City

280 Rector Place, Unit 8N is a condo for sale in Battery Park City. This property was listed for sale on June 24, 2026 by Douglas Elliman Real Estate, it's currently listed at $799,000. It has been on the market for a total of 15 days and was last sold on May 31, 2013. 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 8N is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 764 sqft condo built in 1985.

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