NOT LISTED FOR SALE

553 W 159th St New York, NY 10032

Washington Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $839,000 - $1,588,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,400 Sq Ft
$525/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 03, 2019

Last sale price $1,315,000 $548 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,212/month

90 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • 3-minute walk to 157 Street
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of September 2019

Fall In Love With Charming Original Details And Endless Potential. Nestled Between Amsterdam And Broadway, Enjoy The Convenience Of Prime Washington Heights Living. Build An Extension Or Keep This Property As Is: Three Stories Plus A Ground Level. Currently Occupied By One Family, This Property Boasts Flexible Space! Current Set Up: 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom Plus A Home Office And Two Living Rooms. Bring A Little Tlc And Make This House Home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elana Bernstein

Legacy Estate Realty License #10401232994 Listed on: 02/05/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Elana Bernstein

Legacy Estate Realty License #10401232994 Listed on: 02/05/2019

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,442

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 1,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 15 x 100

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System

Community Details

  • 2 Units

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Dishwasher,Dryer,Washer

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,442

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property SubType: Duplex
  • Exclusions: Dishwasher,Dryer,Washer
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Dining, Master Downstairs
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: None, Unfinished
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Basement YN: No

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Oil, Radiant

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 15 X 100
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1500
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Zoning: R7-A

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No

Multi Family

  • Units Total: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3442

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2019
Closed on
Aug 21, 2019
Sold by
Benson Mannell and Estate Of Charmaine Ore Robert
Bought by
Bell Teresa and Bell Del Rosario
Seller's Agent
Elana Bernstein
Legacy Estate Realty
Buyer's Agent
Elana Bernstein
Legacy Estate Realty
List Price
$1,700,000
Sold Price
$1,315,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$385,000
-22.65%
Current Estimated Value
$1,260,039

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$54,961
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.61%
Original Mortgage
$1,052,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2018
Sold by
Estate Of Charmaine Ore Robertson
Bought by
Benson Mannell J
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bell Teresa $1,315,000 --
Benson Mannell J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bell Teresa $100,000
Closed Bell Teresa $26,834
Open Bell Teresa $1,195,562
Closed Bell Teresa $1,052,000
Previous Owner Gibbs Charmaine O $2,500
Previous Owner Gibbs Charmaine O $2,250
Previous Owner Gibbs Charmaine O $50,000
Previous Owner Gibbs Charmaine O $10,733
Previous Owner Gibbs $32,686
Previous Owner Charmaine O Gibbs) $40,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/10/2024 12/10/24 Off Market $1,315,000 -- --
09/03/2019 09/03/19 Sold $1,315,000 -6.1% $548 / Sq Ft
05/06/2019 05/06/19 Pending -- -- --
03/12/2019 03/12/19 Price Changed $1,400,000 -17.6% $583 / Sq Ft
02/05/2019 02/05/19 For Sale $1,700,000 -- $708 / Sq Ft
Source: OneKey® MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,318 $22,786 $6,711 $16,075
2024 $4,318 $21,497 $25,500 $15,751
2023 $4,366 $21,497 $5,995 $15,502
2022 $4,248 $96,960 $25,500 $71,460
2021 $4,230 $103,440 $25,500 $77,940
2020 $4,019 $117,840 $25,500 $92,340
2019 $3,747 $101,880 $25,500 $76,380
2018 $3,354 $17,914 $7,142 $10,772
2017 $3,315 $17,733 $7,310 $10,423
2016 $3,038 $16,748 $8,210 $8,538
2015 $1,798 $15,823 $6,895 $8,928
2014 $1,798 $14,929 $7,804 $7,125
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Elana Bernstein

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Elana Bernstein

    Legacy Estate Realty

    (718) 314-0444

    5 Total Sales

    Elana Bernstein
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Map

Source: OneKey® MLS

MLS Number: L3099244

OneKey® MLS

APN: 2118-0061

New York New York County New York 10032 Washington Heights

553 W 159th St, New York, NY

This home is located at 553 W 159th St, New York, NY 10032 since 05 February 2019 and is currently estimated at $1,260,039, approximately $525 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 553 W 159th St is a home located in New York County with nearby schools including P.S. 004 Duke Ellington and New Heights Academy Charter School.

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