655 6th Avenue, Unit 5H
Description
Upon entering you are greeted with a sprawling open concept 32 foot wide living and dining area along the southern side of the building. Ceilings...Welcome home to this 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom apartment at the historic O’Neill condominium in prime Chelsea. This rare prewar duplex offers an expansive 2,168 square feet of sophisticated space - meticulously designed for comfort and style. Luxurious interiors are marked by soaring 12’8” ceilings, elegant wide-plank floors and refined finishes throughout.
Upon entering you are greeted with a sprawling open concept 32 foot wide living and dining area along the southern side of the building. Ceilings measuring almost 13 feet, oversized windows and an open kitchen make 5H a hosts dream - perfect for entertaining friends and family.
The kitchen is meticulously appointed for the chef; premium custom cabinetry, top-quality stone countertops and backsplash, a large island, and high-end stainless steel appliances enhance the culinary experience.
Take the stairs to the lower "bedroom level" of this home where three perfectly proportioned bedrooms will be found, along with an in-unit washer/dryer.
The primary bedroom suite is a divine retreat with high ceilings and a generous layout. The sanctuary-like ensuite is beautifully-tiled full bath with dual sinks, a soaking tub and separate shower.
Each of the second and third bedrooms also offer high ceilings, oversized windows, ample closets and sit nearby a full hall bath.
Built in 1887 as a block-long department store and converted to a luxury condominium in 2005, the O’Neill at 655 Sixth Avenue is a handsome 7-story elevator building with a 24-hour attended lobby, fabulous 4,000 sq ft roof terrace with an outdoor kitchen, loungers and private seating areas, common laundry and bike storage. The great Chelsea location between West 20th and 21st Streets is moments to the new Limelight market, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, great restaurants, shopping, fitness facilities and public transportation. Pets are allowed.
Note, there is an on-going assessment of $522.61 / month to fund the reserve account.
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Full-Time Doorman
- Concierge
- Common Roof Deck
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
Property Details for 655 6th Avenue, Unit 5H
| Status | Exclusive Expired |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 141 |
| Taxes | $2,833 / month |
| Common Charges | $3,172 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 6.0 |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1887 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
| Compensation Remarks | 2.5% to buyers broker paid by seller |
Building
655 6th Ave
Location
Building Information for 655 6th Avenue, Unit 5H
Payment Calculator
$28,213 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$22,208
$2,833
$3,172
Property History for 655 6th Avenue, Unit 5H
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/17/2025 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 04/21/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $4,250,000 |
| 08/27/2018 | $4,220,000 | |
| 07/13/2018 | $4,220,000 | |
| 07/13/2018 | $4,220,000 +3.0% / yr | |
| 06/07/2018 | — | |
| 04/03/2018 | $4,250,000 | |
| 09/20/2016 | $4,000,000 | |
| 09/12/2016 | $4,000,000 +5.2% / yr | |
| 06/20/2016 | — | |
| 02/18/2016 | $4,350,000 | |
| 09/17/2007 | $2,545,625 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 655 6th Avenue, Unit 5H
Schools near 655 6th Avenue, Unit 5H
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
PS 11 Sarah J Garnett Elementary School (The) 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 |
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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