236 West 26th Street, Unit 2W

$4,575,000
Last Sold Price
4,200 Sq. Ft.
$1,089 / Sq. Ft.
4,200
Sq. Ft.
$1,089
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A palatial home in the midst of New York’s most dynamic neighborhood awaits. This stunning prewar residence exceeds 4,200 square feet of living space within one of Chelsea’s iconic buildings. Modern interiors coupled with magnificent architectural details are a perfect marriage in this expansive home. Enter through a generous gallery and leave the city at the door. As you wrap around gallery, you’ll find one of Chelsea's largest private entertaining spaces. The massive modern chef’s kitchen is an...A palatial home in the midst of New York’s most dynamic neighborhood awaits. This stunning prewar residence exceeds 4,200 square feet of living space within one of Chelsea’s iconic buildings. Modern interiors coupled with magnificent architectural details are a perfect marriage in this expansive home. Enter through a generous gallery and leave the city at the door. As you wrap around gallery, you’ll find one of Chelsea's largest private entertaining spaces. The massive modern chef’s kitchen is an entertainer’s delight with a large Carrera marble island, custom millwork and storage above and below. With a Wolfe range, pot filler faucet, additional Wolfe Oven, Sub-Zero refrigerator, two Sub-Zero refrigerated drawers, two Miele dishwashers, two wine refrigerators and two sinks, there can never be too many cooks in the kitchen. Across from the kitchen is a dining room that accommodates 12 guests or more. Immediately adjacent to the kitchen and dining quarters, is the voluminous Great Room with 11 foot ceilings, fireplace and custom built ins. The two massive bronze encased windows are from a bygone era and allow light to billow into this impressive entertaining space. The possibilities are endless for the large Great Room, whether you want multiple seating areas, a grand piano or a billiards room, the only limit is your imagination.

The spacious master suite has a fireplace, large walk-in-closet and beautifully renovated, zen inspired five fixture master bathroom. There are two other generously proportioned bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms that are large enough to be master bedrooms in any other building. In addition to these bedrooms, find a large home office / sleeping area with it’s own ensuite bathroom through handsome custom casement doors. This room can be utilized as an office, bedroom, library or screening / music room. With brand new 5 inch wide oak hardwood floors, character laden 11 foot beamed ceilings, a separate laundry room with Bosch washer & dryer and endless storage, this can be your forever home.

The Capitol Building is a gorgeous boutique prewar residence constructed in 1926. The full-time superintendent delivers the morning newspapers and receives packages. Enjoy the beautiful roof deck while taking in brilliant NYC views. Conveniently located near Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and Gristedes, subways (1, C/E, F/M), incredible restaurants, galleries, gyms and shopping. This incredibly flexible coop permits immediate unlimited sublets, live/work, investors, foreign buyers, pied-a-terres, co-purchasing, gifting, guarantors and pets!

Amenities

  • Loft Style
  • Primary Ensuite
  • Street Scape
  • Roof Deck
  • Common Roof Deck
  • Working Fireplace
  • Fireplace
  • Decorative Mouldings
LISTING UPDATED: 11/28/2019 05:25 PM

Property Details for 236 West 26th Street, Unit 2W

StatusSold
Days on Market97
Taxes-
Maintenance$5,033 / month
Min. Down Pymt20%
Total Rooms9.0
Compass TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1925
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation3%

Building

236 W 26th St

25 Units12 StoriesBuilt in 1925

Location

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Building Information for 236 West 26th Street, Unit 2W

Building/Complex236 W 26th StFloor2Stories12Residences25Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1925Building AgePre-war

Payment Calculator

$27,331 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$22,298

Property Taxes

$0

Maintenance/Common Charges

$5,033

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property History for 236 West 26th Street, Unit 2W

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jun 20, 2022

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10793589

$4,375,000
Jun 18, 2022

Sold

Manual

$4,495,000
Jun 17, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2022061000856001

$4,375,000
Jun 17, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2022061000856001

$4,375,000

-1.7% / yr

Mar 25, 2022

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10793589

$4,495,000
Mar 19, 2022

Contract Signed

Manual

Feb 8, 2022

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10793624

$4,495,000
Dec 4, 2021

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

Apr 24, 2021

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,850,000
Apr 17, 2021

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

Apr 9, 2021

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,950,000
Apr 9, 2021

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

Oct 13, 2020

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10793624

$4,950,000
Oct 12, 2020

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,950,000
Oct 25, 2019

Sold

Manual

$4,575,000
Oct 25, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2019110600627001

$4,575,000

+19.1% / yr

Jun 24, 2019

Contract Signed

Manual

Jun 5, 2019

Price Change

Manual

$4,650,000
Mar 19, 2019

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,850,000
Jan 11, 2019

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10420226

$5,200,000
Nov 30, 2018

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10420639

$5,200,000
Oct 20, 2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10420226

$5,200,000
Oct 2, 2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10420639

$5,888,888
Mar 15, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012031400769001

$1,211,934
Mar 15, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012032801226001

$2,150,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/20/2022

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10793589

$4,375,000
06/18/2022

Sold

Manual

$4,495,000
06/17/2022

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2022061000856001

$4,375,000
06/17/2022

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2022061000856001

$4,375,000

-1.7% / yr

03/25/2022

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10793589

$4,495,000
03/19/2022

Contract Signed

Manual

02/08/2022

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10793624

$4,495,000
12/04/2021

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

04/24/2021

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,850,000
04/17/2021

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

04/09/2021

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,950,000
04/09/2021

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

10/13/2020

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10793624

$4,950,000
10/12/2020

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,950,000
10/25/2019

Sold

Manual

$4,575,000
10/25/2019

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2019110600627001

$4,575,000

+19.1% / yr

06/24/2019

Contract Signed

Manual

06/05/2019

Price Change

Manual

$4,650,000
03/19/2019

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,850,000
01/11/2019

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10420226

$5,200,000
11/30/2018

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10420639

$5,200,000
10/20/2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10420226

$5,200,000
10/02/2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10420639

$5,888,888
03/15/2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012031400769001

$1,211,934
03/15/2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012032801226001

$2,150,000

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Public Records for 236 West 26th Street, Unit 2W

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Home Facts
APN1007750060

Schools near 236 West 26th Street, Unit 2W

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
Middle 297
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

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