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77Units
3Stories
1986Year Built
$947K - $3.9MValue Range
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One block from Central Park and surrounded by historical rowhouses
On their way home, Manhattan Valley Townhouse residents get a glimpse of what the neighborhood looked like in the late 1800s. Prewar rowhouses in Queen Anne and Romanesque Revival styles line Manhattan Avenue between 104th and 106th Streets, a designated historic district. Manhattan Valley Townhouse, a collection of 11 addresses divvied into condo units, is one of the district’s few latecomers, built in 1986. The four-story, U-shaped complex, which fronts Manhattan Avenue and wraps a portion of 104th and 105th Streets, pulls subtle references from its historical neighbors, keeping with the block’s quaint scale and nostalgic aesthetic. Manhattan Avenue — the west side's most narrow — embodies a peaceful ambiance that's hard to come by in the city. Perhaps the biggest perk, Central Park is only one block away. Residents are positioned to enjoy the culture of the Upper West Side—from world-class museums to old-school delis—as well as the relatively affordable home prices of Manhattan Valley.
Originally spearheaded by a local non-profit to add moderate-income housing to the neighborhood, 68 out of 77 condos were sold well below market value in 1986. However, all residences, which span from one- to three-bedrooms, currently list at market rate. Turnover is rare, but two- and three-bedroom units have sold north of $1.4 million in recent years. With only two condos per floor — one facing the street and one overlooking the courtyard — residents enjoy intimate living quarters, especially those in posterior, ground-level units, which have private gardens. Though many have been renovated, original units feature a galley kitchen and bathroom at the center, leaving sunlit areas for the living space and bedrooms. Owners have access to a shaded courtyard garden, a bike room, basement storage, and community lounge that can be used for events or movie screenings. The condo’s superintendent lives on-site should service be needed.
Scaled-back design, plus a mix of original and renovated units
Beginning as a sponsored, income-restricted development, Manhattan Valley Townhouse was required to meet challenging construction standards. “There was a tight budget on this project,” recalls architect James Harb. “Though we couldn’t make each townhouse identical, we used the existing prewar rowhouses as the cue for our design. We developed a language that we could repeat on each townhouse to make them feel connected but a little unique.” The townhouses have alternating shades of brick, as well as gabled or pyramid parapets with dark metal coping along the roofline, similar to others in the historic district. Windows are capped with simple, pale gray lintels, and some units have canted bay windows. “The back of the building took on a more modern aesthetic because we knew we weren’t relating to the streetscape as much,” Harb says. Balconies and terraces, covered in terracotta-colored stucco, overlook the courtyard, and Art Deco-inspired stairwells grant access to the garden. Due to budget constraints, the original interiors were outfitted with painted sheetrock, oak strip floors and laminate cabinetry, but today, renovated units may feature Carrera marble countertops, floor-to-ceiling solid oak cabinetry or high-end appliances.
The fine print
Common charges typically hover around $700, though an additional monthly assessment fee of about $400 is in place through March 2027. The fee retroactively covers the cost of a recently installed roof. The condominium also charges sellers a flip tax: 10 percent of profit.
Major parks in three directions, and dining along main avenues
Residents enjoy Central Park at their doorstep, including the grassy tract and picnic tables at Great Hill, plus the forested trails throughout the North Woods. Riverside Park and Morningside Park are also within walking distance. A diverse set of bars and eateries line Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue, many of them frequented by students at Columbia University. A few blocks south of the townhouses, Columbus Avenue has big-box retailers like Target, HomeGoods and Whole Foods. Right around the corner, residents can buy fresh produce every Friday at the year-round green market.
Nearby subway stations serve the area
The C and B trains can be accessed at the intersection of 103rd Street and Central Park West, while the 1 train is roughly .5 miles away. There are also four bus routes running within a few blocks of the condominium. Though Manhattan Valley Townhouse does not have on-site parking, residents with a car may be able to lease a spot at the Centerpark garage on 105th Street.
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Area Factors
Low Crime
Crime Score®
4/ 10
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
74/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
95/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
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Parks in this Area
West 104th Street Garden
1 min walk
Booker T Washington Playground
6 min walk
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer
Frederick Douglass Playground
7 min walk
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Electric Ladybug Garden
9 min walk
Picnic Area
Events
Botanical Gardens
Lafayette Square
9 min walk
Central Park 4 Mile Loop
10 min walk
Straus Park
10 min walk
Trails
Julia Gabriel People's Garden
12 min walk
Trails
Samuel Marx Triangle
14 min walk
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