If there are three things that are considered holy grails of New York City living, they have to be: dishwasher, in-unit laundry, and private outdoor space. To tick all those boxes — at a price point under $1 million — is impressive, but not impossible. Just take a look at 308 W. 106th St. #4R. Our Deal of the Week is an Upper West Side 1-bedroom just feet from Riverside Park with a spacious, private outdoor terrace and a sleek kitchen.
Learn more about our Deal of the Week!
The Price: $630,000
The median asking price for a home on the Upper West Side was $1.7 million this September, according to the StreetEasy Data Dashboard. That means our Deal of the Week is priced at just 37% of the median asking price for the neighborhood!
Buyers who make a 20% down payment of $126,000 can expect to see monthly payments of $4,488. This includes a mortgage payment of $3,273 and maintenance fees of $1,215. Monthly payments are also below the median asking rent in the neighborhood, which was $4,800 this September.
Why You’ll Love It…
Enter this unit through a formal foyer with one door leading to a bathroom, and a set of double doors concealing a washer/dryer and a closet. No more carrying your laundry up and down the stairs! The windowed bathroom includes a spacious shower with a glass door and room for a bench. Plus, a vanity with drawers provides some extra storage room. The room also features gorgeous herringbone tile, in contrast to the rest of the unit’s oak hardwood floors.
The kitchen is open to the living area and boasts custom blue cabinetry in a U-shape with plenty of counter space for cooking. In addition to a stainless steel oven and fridge, the space includes a dishwasher and mounted microwave. Open wood shelving provides space for storing glassware and dishware in addition to pots and pans while providing a stylish look. A large custom built-in cabinet houses the refrigerator, wine storage, and a shelf that can store a television. On the opposite side of this built-in are more open shelves for even more storage in the living area.
A glass door in the livnig room steps out onto the south-facing terrace, which clocks in at over 165 square feet. This terrace is the perfect space for an outdoor dining set-up, to host friends, or do yoga in the sunshine. The bedroom, accessible from the living room via double pocket doors, can accommodate a king-sized bed and has a spacious closet. There’s also enough room for a study or WFH nook.
Located in a 10-unit co-op building, the unit has access to additional basement storage that is included in the purchase. Co-purchasing, pied-à-terres, guarantors, and gifting are permitted on a case-by-case basis, and pets are allowed with board approval. Location-wise, the building is situated right near the 1 train and about a half mile from the B, C, 2, and 3 trains for easy commutes throughout the city. And to top it off, it’s also just down the block from Riverside Park and its 105th Street Dog Run. There are also countless bars and eateries on the surrounding blocks, including Smoke Jazz & Supper Club, The Ellington, Mama’s Too, Cafe du Soleil, and Ben & Jerry’s.
…And Why You Might Not
Unfortunately, the unit is on the fourth floor of a walk-up building. The apartment is on the smaller side, and there likely isn’t enough room in the living/kitchen area for both a formal dining set and a sofa. While the open shelving in the kitchen is certainly stylish, it may not bode well for those who prefer covered storage. Still, for the location, price point, and amenities, this one should not be skipped over!
Check out the listing at 308 W. 106th St. #4R, listed by Lauren Schaffer of Compass.
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