104 West 87th Street, Unit 3FR
Description
Set in a serene co-op brownstone just one block from Central Park, two flights up, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom home combines turn-of-the-century charm with smart, modern updates. Thoughtfully updated while beautifully preserving its original character, this floor-through apartment boasts the elegant details one expects from a home of this era, including 10-and-a-half-foot ceilings, double crown moldings, original oak shutters and ornate, carved window and door...NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED FOR OPEN HOUSE
Set in a serene co-op brownstone just one block from Central Park, two flights up, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom home combines turn-of-the-century charm with smart, modern updates. Thoughtfully updated while beautifully preserving its original character, this floor-through apartment boasts the elegant details one expects from a home of this era, including 10-and-a-half-foot ceilings, double crown moldings, original oak shutters and ornate, carved window and door frames. With a great layout for entertaining, the bright and spacious 18-foot by 19-foot living/dining room is anchored by treetop views from north-facing windows with modern lighting and gleaming Brazilian cherry floors.
The nearby galley kitchen will delight your inner chef with stainless steel appliances by Sub-Zero, Asko and Dacor, plus excellent counter space, convenient breakfast bar seating and ample cabinet and large pantry storage. A full bathroom and entry closet round out the public spaces, while bedrooms are situated on the south end of the home, providing ideal privacy and quiet. Both bedrooms are windowed with generous closet space. One is set adjacent to a convenient built-in home office and both are served by the home’s second full bathroom with gleaming white tile and a relaxing walk-in rain shower. There is a separate walk-in laundry room with additional convenient counter space, a rare find. The apartment includes central air conditioning, with a separate thermostat for the bedrooms, and updated electrical. A storage space in the building is also included.
104 West 87th Street is a pet-friendly, intimate co-op building located mere steps from Central Park and the Reservoir. Here, you’re surrounded by the best the Upper West Side has to offer including versatile dining options with Bellini, Jacob’s Pickles, Barney Greengrass and Milk Bar around the corner, as well as great nightlife, many fitness options, shopping and cultural institutions, including the American Museum of Natural History just five blocks south. Access to transportation is phenomenal with the 1 train two blocks west, the B and C trains two blocks east and the M86 bus providing convenient crosstown service.
The building has no underlying mortgage, making this a sound investment.
Listing Agents
![Erin Stabb]()
erin.stabb@compass.comP: (415)-309-4897
![Yury Holohan]()
yury.holohan@compass.comP: (917)-385-5576
Amenities
- Entire Floor
- Crown Mouldings
- Decorative Mouldings
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Walk Up
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
- Laundry in Building
Property Details for 104 West 87th Street, Unit 3FR
| Status | Contract Signed |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 42 |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $2,184 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 20% |
| Total Rooms | 5.0 |
| Compass Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1910 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
104 W 87th St
Location
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Building Information for 104 West 87th Street, Unit 3FR
Payment Calculator
$9,257 per month
30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest
$7,073
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$2,184
Property History for 104 West 87th Street, Unit 3FR
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/26/2025 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 03/14/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,350,000 |
| 08/18/2016 | $1,375,912 | |
| 08/18/2016 | $1,375,912 | |
| 08/18/2016 | $1,375,912 +6.0% / yr | |
| 05/16/2016 | — | |
| 05/16/2016 | $1,350,000 | |
| 04/29/2016 | $1,350,000 | |
| 04/17/2014 | — | |
| 04/16/2014 | $1,200,000 | |
| 08/16/2013 | $1,350,000 |
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Public Records for 104 West 87th Street, Unit 3FR
Schools near 104 West 87th Street, Unit 3FR
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Young Women's Leadership School Public6 to 12 | ||
Lafayette Academy Public6 to 8 | ||
Community Action School Ms 258 Public6 to 8 |
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