51 5th Avenue, Unit 15BF

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Description


Greenwich Village Gold Coast Pre-War 2 bed/2.5 bath Classic Six home with dining room and den. Renovated to the highest standards while maintaining its original charm - wood-burning fireplace, columns, inlaid hardwood floors - this expansive high-floor corner unit has been enhanced with a contemporary touch.
With thirteen windows overlooking Lower Fifth Avenue and 12th Street, the western views from the living room and master bedroom feature the landmark First Presbyterian Church bell tower and continue
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Greenwich Village Gold Coast Pre-War 2 bed/2.5 bath Classic Six home with dining room and den. Renovated to the highest standards while maintaining its original charm - wood-burning fireplace, columns, inlaid hardwood floors - this expansive high-floor corner unit has been enhanced with a contemporary touch.

With thirteen windows overlooking Lower Fifth Avenue and 12th Street, the western views from the living room and master bedroom feature the landmark First Presbyterian Church bell tower and continue to the Hudson River and beyond. The sunsets will take your breath away!

The large open plan dining room/kitchen can be separated by custom folding doors to create a more formal entertainment environment. A third windowed room currently configured as an enormous walk-in closet can be re-purposed for myriad uses: as a study, den, sleeping area, and more. It is also possible to convert the dining room into a third bedroom. The suite of top-end appliances include a washer and dryer. Currently cooled by window A/C units, it is possible to install through-wall units with co-op approval.

Built in 1929, 51 Fifth Avenue was designed by Thomas W. Lamb, perhaps better known as one of the foremost architects of theaters and cinemas in the 20th century. There is a full-time doorman, live-in super, and well-appointed gym. Co-purchasing and pied-a-terres are allowed. Pet-friendly, and parking is available nearby. But in the end - the location, location, location is superb.

By virtue of the fact that this is a Compass Listing, you or any buyer will have access to Compass Bridge Loan Services to purchase this home.

Listing Agents

  1. Bill Herbst

    Bill Herbst

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    bill@compass.com

    P: (917)-596-3743

Amenities

  • Corner Unit
  • Doorman
  • Full-Time Doorman
  • City Views
  • Open Views
  • Gym
  • Working Fireplace
  • Crown Mouldings
LISTING UPDATED: 07/02/2020 06:27 PM

Property Details for 51 5th Avenue, Unit 15BF

StatusSold
Days on Market417
Taxes-
Maintenance$3,984 / month
Min. Down Pymt25%
Total Rooms6.0
Compass TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1929
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Building

51 5th Ave

89 Units16 StoriesBuilt in 1929
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Building Information for 51 5th Avenue, Unit 15BF

Building/Complex51 5th AveFloor15Stories16Residences89Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details3Year Built1929Building AgePre-war

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$18,834 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,850

Property Taxes

$0

Maintenance/Common Charges

$3,984

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Property History for 51 5th Avenue, Unit 15BF

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jul 1, 2020

Sold

Manual

$3,250,000
Jul 1, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2020070800495002

$3,250,000

-6.9% / yr

Feb 13, 2020

Contract Signed

Manual

Sep 23, 2019

Price Change

Manual

$3,495,000
Jul 15, 2019

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,595,000
May 9, 2019

Contract Signed

Manual

Feb 27, 2019

Price Change

Manual

$3,950,000
Nov 12, 2018

Price Change

Manual

$4,275,000
Oct 16, 2018

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,625,000
Dec 14, 2015

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10091721

Dec 10, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2015121000804001

$4,500,000
Jul 13, 2015

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10091721

$4,650,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/01/2020

Sold

Manual

$3,250,000
07/01/2020

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2020070800495002

$3,250,000

-6.9% / yr

02/13/2020

Contract Signed

Manual

09/23/2019

Price Change

Manual

$3,495,000
07/15/2019

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,595,000
05/09/2019

Contract Signed

Manual

02/27/2019

Price Change

Manual

$3,950,000
11/12/2018

Price Change

Manual

$4,275,000
10/16/2018

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,625,000
12/14/2015

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10091721

12/10/2015

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2015121000804001

$4,500,000
07/13/2015

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10091721

$4,650,000

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Public Records for 51 5th Avenue, Unit 15BF

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Home Facts
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Schools near 51 5th Avenue, Unit 15BF

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 41 Greenwich Village
PublicPK to 5

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

Middle 297
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

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