544 West 157th Street, Unit 1

Washington Heights

$425,000
Price
2
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Description

Bring your contractor to create your dream home in this spacious two bedroom located in a well maintained and charming prewar elevator building in the heart of vibrant Washington Heights! Apartment 1 offers a great layout with proper foyer and coat closet leading into a generous living room with oversized windows allowing for plenty of sunlight. The windowed kitchen is located opposite the foyer and offers a washer dryer hookup. Through the elegant arched hallway are both bedrooms, a windowed bathroom...Bring your contractor to create your dream home in this spacious two bedroom located in a well maintained and charming prewar elevator building in the heart of vibrant Washington Heights! Apartment 1 offers a great layout with proper foyer and coat closet leading into a generous living room with oversized windows allowing for plenty of sunlight. The windowed kitchen is located opposite the foyer and offers a washer dryer hookup. Through the elegant arched hallway are both bedrooms, a windowed bathroom and hallway closet. Other features include original crown molding detail throughout and high ceilings. This apartment is located on the parlor level of the building.

544 West 157th Street is a pet friendly, HDFC co-op with very high income caps for buyers, a recently restored facade with gorgeous copper patina and grand marble entryway. The building offers a double secure vestibule, video intercom and a card operated laundry room with commercial size washers and dryers. Co-purchasing is allowed. Sublet after 2 years of occupancy. Income cap for one or two individuals with up to two dependents is $248,055. The building participates in a high speed cable and internet package for only $75 per month. The 1 train is conveniently located just outside your door (less than 300 feet), the C train at 155th is only 7 mins and access to the BD is also nearby as well as several easily accessible bus lines. Associated grocery is located directly across the street with a Super Food Town two short blocks away. Authentic Dominican, Italian Jamaican and Pubs all located within blocks offering truly New York dining experiences seconds from the apartment!

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Amenities

  • Crown Mouldings
  • Decorative Mouldings
  • High Ceilings
  • Oversized Windows
  • Elevator
  • Washer / Dryer Hookup
  • Laundry in Building
  • Windowed Kitchen
LISTING UPDATED: 05/21/2025 12:24 PM

Property Details for 544 West 157th Street, Unit 1

StatusActive
Days on Market79
Taxes-
Maintenance$845 / month
Min. Down Pymt10%
Total Rooms4.0
Compass TypeCo-op
MLS Type-
Year Built1910
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation3%
Compensation RemarksSeller will pay buyers broker 3% commission

Building

544 W 157th St

40 Units8 StoriesBuilt in 1910

Building Information for 544 West 157th Street, Unit 1

Building/Complex544 W 157th StFloor-Stories8Residences40Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1910Building AgePre-war

Property History for 544 West 157th Street, Unit 1

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Schools near 544 West 157th Street, Unit 1

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 6.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 28 Wright Brothers
PublicPK to 5

Ms 319 Marie Teresa
Public6 to 8

Community Health Academy of the Heights
Public6 to 12

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544 West 157th Street, Unit 1 is a co-op for sale in Washington Heights. This property was listed for sale on March 3, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $425,000. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 6. Nearby schools include P.S. 28 Wright Brothers, Ms 319 Marie Teresa and Community Health Academy of the Heights. 544 West 157th Street, Unit 1 is a 2-bed, 1-bath, co-op built in 1910.

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