5 Riverside Drive, Unit 1C
Description
This sun-drenched, beautifully renovated residence offers the perfect blend of timeless elegance and modern design. From the moment you enter you'll be welcomed into a chic, turnkey home that has been thoughtfully reimagined from top to bottom.
A gracious foyer leads into a grand living and dining space. With soaring 10-foot ceilings...Welcome to Unit 1C at 5 Riverside Drive – a stunning two-bedroom, two-bathroom home in one of the Upper West Side’s most distinguished white-glove Art Deco cooperatives.
This sun-drenched, beautifully renovated residence offers the perfect blend of timeless elegance and modern design. From the moment you enter you'll be welcomed into a chic, turnkey home that has been thoughtfully reimagined from top to bottom.
A gracious foyer leads into a grand living and dining space. With soaring 10-foot ceilings and direct, leafy views of Riverside Park, the room feels both expansive and serene. The open chef’s kitchen is a masterclass in form and function, featuring Dekton countertops, a Carrara marble backsplash, custom Nobilia cabinetry, and premium appliances by Miele—including a refrigerator, induction cooktop, double oven, and dishwasher—along with exceptional storage throughout.
The corner primary bedroom is a bright and tranquil retreat, offering generous closet space, three large windows, and a spa-like ensuite bath finished in floor-to-ceiling Carrara marble and outfitted with elegant Duravit fixtures. The second bedroom is also generously proportioned with ample closet space and two windows. A second full bathroom, equally refined with modern fixtures, a spacious stall shower, and floor-to-ceiling marble, also serves as a convenient powder room.
Additional features include beautifully restored hardwood floors, a charming original decorative fireplace, custom California Closets, and exceptionally low monthly maintenance—making this a rare opportunity for a sophisticated, move-in ready home.
Located in the iconic, pre-war 5 Riverside Drive, a full-service cooperative offering a 24-hour doorman, porter, live-in super, rentable storage, a bike room, and common laundry. Built in 1936, the building features 19 stories and 100 residences. Up to 66% financing is permitted. Pets are welcome, though pied-à-terres, guarantors, and co-purchasing are not allowed.
Perfectly positioned across from Riverside Park and moments from Trader Joe’s, Fairway, Citarella, Lincoln Center, and Juilliard—plus all the culture, dining, and charm of the Upper West Side—this is a home not to be missed. Schedule your private viewing today and experience the best of Manhattan living at 5 Riverside Drive, Unit 1C.
Listing Agents
![Callan Bergmann]()
callan.bergmann@compass.comP: (716)-560-6944
![Sarah Bowden]()
sarah.bowden@compass.comP: (323)-794-4311
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Full-Time Doorman
- Decorative Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- Elevator
- Laundry in Building
- Double Oven
- Renovated Bath
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Saturday, Dec 6th
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Property Details for 5 Riverside Drive, Unit 1C
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 190 |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $2,386 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 34% |
| Total Rooms | 3.0 |
| Compass Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1936 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
5 Riverside Dr
Location
Building Information for 5 Riverside Drive, Unit 1C
Payment Calculator
$7,478 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$5,092
$0
$2,386
Property History for 5 Riverside Drive, Unit 1C
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2025 | Price Change Manual | $1,249,000 |
| 05/29/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,299,000 |
| 07/10/2020 | $1,210,000 +6.6% / yr | |
| 05/09/2011 | Sold RealPlus #9e2af7332c32f1854ac86a211ceb5cbb88568be7 | $675,000 |
| 05/09/2011 | $675,000 | |
| 01/27/2011 | Contract Signed RealPlus #9e2af7332c32f1854ac86a211ceb5cbb88568be7 | $699,000 |
| 09/08/2010 | Price Change RealPlus #9e2af7332c32f1854ac86a211ceb5cbb88568be7 | $699,000 |
| 07/07/2010 | Price Change RealPlus #9e2af7332c32f1854ac86a211ceb5cbb88568be7 | $749,000 |
| 06/08/2010 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #9e2af7332c32f1854ac86a211ceb5cbb88568be7 | $769,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 5 Riverside Drive, Unit 1C
Schools near 5 Riverside Drive, Unit 1C
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | K to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | K 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 | ||
The Anderson School PublicK 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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