Looking to buy on the Upper West Side? Lincoln Square is a great place to look, whether you’re into the performing arts or not. The neighborhood offers great access to restaurants, Central Park, and transportation options. It also has some stellar units for sale, like 140 W. 69th St. #52C. Our Deal of the Week is a recently renovated Lincoln Square studio with a gorgeous kitchen and east-facing bay windows.
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The Price: $520,000
The median asking price for a home on the Upper West Side was $1.9 million this September, according to the StreetEasy Data Dashboard. That means our Deal of the Week is priced at a little over a quarter of the median asking price for the neighborhood.
Buyers who put down the 20% minimum down payment of $104,000 can expect to see monthly payments of $3,840. This includes a mortgage payment of $2,787 and a maintenance fee of $1,053.
Why You’ll Love It…
The highlight of this unit is certainly the kitchen, which is decked out in blue custom cabinetry that goes up to the ceiling for maximum storage space. Full-size appliances including a GE range and oven, LG refrigerator, and Profile dishwasher make cooking and cleanup a breeze for any home chef. White subway tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, granite countertops, and a small breakfast bar round out this space.
The kitchen is open to the rest of the living area, which is anchored by a set of east-facing bay windows that let in great light, especially in the morning. Upon entering the unit through a foyer, you’ll notice its 10.5-foot ceilings and original hardwood floors, plus a large entryway closet. Like the kitchen, the bathroom has been recently updated, and includes a walk-in shower with a glass door and chevron-patterned tile wall.
In New York, the building and location of an apartment are often just as important as what’s on the inside. Thankfully, this one is located in a pet-friendly elevator building with a laundry room, resident manager, and full-time doorman. Co-purchasing, guarantors, pied-à-terres, subletting, and parents buying are permitted. Located right off Broadway and just an avenue and a half from Central Park, the building has easy access to eateries like Cafe Luxembourg, The Smith, and Tavern on the Green, plus cultural landmarks like the Lincoln Center. The 1, 2, 3, A, B, C, and D trains are also all nearby for a wealth of commuting options.
…And Why You Might Not
Since the kitchen is open to the rest of the living area, there isn’t much separation between where you’ll sleep and where you’ll eat. In general, a studio isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. But with such a great kitchen and bathroom, plus an awesome location, this one is hard to beat for the price.
Check out the listing at 140 W. 69th St. #52C, listed by Nicky Rosendorff of Corcoran.
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