165 West 20th Street, Unit 5C








Description
The intelligent layout features a spacious step-down living and dining room that flows into a cozy sleeping alcove with sunset views that can be closed off to create a real one bedroom layout! A...A gorgeous alcove studio on the fifth floor at The Chelsea Warren offers a serene southern exposure and new soundproofed hardwood floors, ensuring a bright, pin-drop quiet interior. Architectural enthusiasts will appreciate the signature Art Deco arches and high ceilings that lend an airy feel to the home.
The intelligent layout features a spacious step-down living and dining room that flows into a cozy sleeping alcove with sunset views that can be closed off to create a real one bedroom layout! A chef’s kitchen was renovated with high-end appliances and great storage, a windowed bathroom and separate dressing area provide added privacy and function.
Designed in 1938 by Horace Ginsbern, this impeccably maintained co-op features a live-in super and a recently renovated lobby and hallways. Residents have in the building a common laundry room, bike storage, and private storage. The pet-friendly (on approval) building offers flexible ownership options, including subletting after 2 years of ownership, gifting, and pied-à-terre use with board approval. Currently Local Law 11 is being done through the end of the summer.
Located directly across from Chelsea Green Park, and close to galleries, Trader Joe’s, and Chelsea Market. This is a rare, turn-key opportunity to own a peaceful retreat in Manhattan’s most vibrant neighborhood.
Listing Agents
Amenities
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Elevator
- Laundry in Building
- Laundry Room in Building
- Dishwasher
- Windowed Bathroom
- Northern Exposure
- Southern Exposure
- Custom Closet
- Video Intercom
- Video Security
- Bike Room
- Private Storage For Rent
- Common Storage
- Common Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Storage Available
- Midrise
Property Details for 165 West 20th Street, Unit 5C
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 36 |
| Pet Policy | Allowed |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $1,524 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 20% |
| Total Rooms | 2.5 |
| Property Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1938 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 3% |
Building
The Chelsea Warren
Location
Building Information for 165 West 20th Street, Unit 5C
Payment Calculator
$5,361 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
$3,837
$0
$1,524
Property History for 165 West 20th Street, Unit 5C
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $770,000 |
| 12/02/2016 | — | |
| 11/28/2016 | $675,000 +3.7% / yr | |
| 09/06/2016 | $695,000 | |
| 09/04/2013 | — | |
| 09/03/2013 | $600,000 +3.5% / yr | |
| 06/06/2013 | Contract Signed Manual | $525,000 |
| 05/08/2013 | $525,000 | |
| 11/02/2010 | Permanently Off Market RealPlus #ee811b0ecdc0bc3e3d73c926e04710b983e49a40 | $525,000 |
| 02/09/2010 | Temporarily Off Market RealPlus #ee811b0ecdc0bc3e3d73c926e04710b983e49a40 | $525,000 |
| 01/07/2010 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #ee811b0ecdc0bc3e3d73c926e04710b983e49a40 | $525,000 |
| 12/20/2005 | $460,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 165 West 20th Street, Unit 5C
Schools near 165 West 20th Street, Unit 5C
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 | ||
Middle 297 Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies 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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