5 Riverside Drive, Unit 12C
Description
This exceptionally spacious and elegant corner two-bedroom residence offers sweeping, unobstructed views of Riverside Park and the Hudson River through oversized picture windows.
The home is rich in classic prewar detail, featuring herringbone oak floors, beamed ceilings, a gracious entry foyer, and a sunken (step-down) living room that enhances both scale and character. Both bedrooms are generously proportioned, easily accommodating a primary suite configuration....First Offering in Nearly 40 Years
This exceptionally spacious and elegant corner two-bedroom residence offers sweeping, unobstructed views of Riverside Park and the Hudson River through oversized picture windows.
The home is rich in classic prewar detail, featuring herringbone oak floors, beamed ceilings, a gracious entry foyer, and a sunken (step-down) living room that enhances both scale and character. Both bedrooms are generously proportioned, easily accommodating a primary suite configuration. Additional highlights include two original windowed bathrooms and six large closets, providing excellent storage throughout.
5 Riverside Drive is a distinguished Art Deco cooperative designed by the renowned architectural firm Boak & Paris. Ideally situated at the corner of West 73rd Street and Riverside Drive, the building features a beautifully restored marble lobby and elevators designed by Dorothy Draper.
Residents enjoy a full-service experience with a live-in superintendent, porter, central laundry, bike storage, and additional basement storage (waitlist). Washer/dryers and pets are permitted with board approval. Please note that pied-à-terre ownership and guarantors are not permitted.
Located directly across from Riverside Park and its dog run, the building offers unparalleled access to green space and riverfront views. Nearby amenities include Trader Joe’s, Citarella, Fairway Market, as well as convenient access to the 1, 2, and 3 subway lines. Cultural landmarks such as Lincoln Center and Juilliard School are just moments away, along with a wide selection of premier Upper West Side dining.
Please note: There is an ongoing monthly assessment of $741, scheduled to conclude on December 31, 2026.
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Amenities
- Corner Unit
- Full-Time Doorman
- River Views
- Park Views
- City Views
- Water Views
- Hardwood Floors
- Elevator
- Laundry in Building
- Dishwasher
- Foyer
- Windowed Kitchen
- Windowed Bathroom
- Northern Exposure
- Eastern Exposure
- Western Exposure
- Bike Room
- Basement
- Porter
- Intercom
- Landmark Views
- Unfurnished
- Highrise
- Laundry
Location
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$10,851 per month
30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest
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1Property Information for 5 Riverside Drive, Unit 12C
- Min. Down Pymt: 34%
- Total Rooms: 4.0
- MLS Type: Co-op
- County: New York County
- View: City, ParkGreenbelt, River, Skyline, Water
- Architectural Style: Prewar
- Building/Complex: 5 Riverside Dr
- Floor: 12
- Stories: 19
- Residences: 100
- Pet Policy: Allowed
- Pet Policy Details: UnitYes
- Year Built: 1936
- Building Age: Pre-war
- Building Type: Midrise
- Subdivision Name: Upper West Side
- Stories Total: 19
- Exposures: East, West, North
- Tax Lot: 0028
- Tax Deduction Percent: 60.00%
- Tax Block: 01184
- Flip Tax Type: Percent
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Flip Tax: $3
- Building Tax Lot: 0028
- Tax Abatement YN: false
- Garage: No
- Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
- Building Area Total: 127782.0
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Lot Size Dimensions: 103.42 x 110.92
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Building Features: Elevators
- Building Laundry Features: None, OnCommonFloor
- Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
- New Development: No
- Sponsor Unit: No
- Certificate Of Occupancy: No
- Common Interest: Stock Cooperative
- Number Of Shares: 228
- New Construction: No
- Structure Type: None
- Property Condition: Fair
- Entry Level: 12
- Appliances: Dishwasher
- Fireplace: No
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Furnished: Unfurnished
- Interior Features: Elevator, EntranceFoyer, GalleyKitchen, Storage
- Laundry Features: OnCommonFloor
- ElevatorsTotal: 1
- Number Of Units Total: 100
- Pets Allowed: UnitYes
- Attendance Type: DoormanYes, DoormanFullTime
Property History for 5 Riverside Drive, Unit 12C
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 2026 | Contract Signed Manual | — | |
| May 19, 2026 | Price Change Manual | $1,695,000 | — |
| Apr 29, 2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,775,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2026 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 05/19/2026 | Price Change Manual | $1,695,000 |
| 04/29/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,775,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 5 Riverside Drive, Unit 12C
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | K to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 199 Jessie Isador Straus PublicK to 5 | ||
Special Music School PublicK to 12 | ||
Ms 247 Dual Language Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Ms 245 The Computer School Public6 to 8 |
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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