Every week, we share the most popular sale listing of the week in NYC, as selected by you, our StreetEasy users. The most popular sale for July 27 is an Upper West Side 1-bedroom near Central Park with designer pedigree.
Designer Upper West Side 1BR near Central Park asks $749K
Location: 51 West 81st Street #3A, Upper West Side
Saves: As of this writing, the most popular sale for July 27 has been saved by 123 users.
Price: $749,000. Assuming a 30-year mortgage and a minimum down payment of 20% ($149,800), StreetEasy estimates total monthly payments at $4,854. The total includes an estimated mortgage payment with a 6.562% interest rate ($3,812) and maintenance fees ($1,042).
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Why it’s so popular
With designer pedigree and classic charm, it’s easy to be smitten with this Upper West Side 1-bedroom abode within The Galaxy along West 81st Street. The home was designed by a renowned interior designer and no detail has been overlooked, showcasing a beautiful medley of prewar and contemporary charm.
Though small in square footage, the co-op’s nine-foot-high ceilings, huge windows, and open spaces give it a larger feel. Added elements like antique doors, mirrored cabinets, and bespoke moldings beautifully complement the arched doorways and wood floors that run throughout.
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In the living room, a stunning reclaimed mantle anchors the room and is framed by two oversized windows with treetop views. The open kitchen flows into the living and dining areas, featuring custom beige cabinetry with backlighting, marble countertops and backsplash, as well as integrated appliances from Miele, Sub-Zero, and Viking.
A set of French doors lead into the generously spaced bedroom, which also boasts a sizable closet and a large window. The windowed bathroom is elegantly appointed with hexagonal floor tiles, a chandelier, and a floating vanity.
The Galaxy is situated directly across from the American Museum of Natural History and just a block away from Central Park. A laundry room, bike room, and full-time doorman are among the building’s amenities and it is also pet and pied-à-terre friendly.
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