854 West 181st Street #5D, New York City, NY 10033
Listing Courtesy of Bizzarro Agency LLC
$439,000
Potential Rebate: $6,585
Overview
Enjoy the best of Hudson Heights living—spacious, green, and historic—while being steps from express transit to every part of the city. This high-floor, updated home offers exceptional quiet, great light, high ceilings, and abundant closet space, creating a serene retreat in one of the neighborhood’s best locations. Classic prewar details (true entry foyer, arched doorways) combine with stone countertops, subway tile and crisp white cabinets in the windowed kitchen. The oversized living room has plenty of space for a dining area, while the bedroom easily fits a desk.
854 West 181st is an art deco gem that has been thoughtfully upgraded and wonderfully maintained. Recent improvements include a brand-new expanded laundry room, renovated basement, and new video intercom system with remote digital access. The lobby, hallways, and stairwells have just been fully refurbished with new lighting, fresh paint, and updated decor throughout.
A true highlight is the spectacular furnished rooftop with urban gardening and sweeping panoramic views of the George Washington Bridge, river, and city skyline. The building offers very low maintenance, excellent financials, flexible sublet policy, a bike room, storage, live-in super and welcoming, pet-friendly community. Professionally managed, and with Local Law 11 exterior façade work recently completed, this is a building that delivers long-term value and peace of mind.
Ideally located on the corner of Cabrini Boulevard and West 181st Street, with easy access to the A and 1 trains (20 minutes to Midtown), M4 and M98 buses, Hudson River cycling trails, tennis courts, cafés, restaurants, shopping, and fitness studios. With tree-lined streets, proximity to Fort Tryon park, The Cloisters museum, Columbia Presbyterian hospital and stunning views of the Palisades, Hudson River, and George Washington Bridge, Hudson Heights remains one of Manhattan’s most picturesque and livable enclaves.
Home Features
- •Building In Basement
- •Common On Floor
- •In Basement
- •Building Roof Deck
- •Built-In Gas Oven
- •Built-In Gas Range
- •Built-In Refrigerator
- •Dishwasher
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,031 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
Estimated Rebate for this Home
One-time rebate at closing
$6,585
Monthly savings impact
$18/mo
💡 Estimated at 1.5% of purchase price
The rebate is paid to you at closing and can help offset closing costs or other expenses.
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Listing Courtesy of Bizzarro Agency LLC
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Price Analysis
Compare average listing prices and value metrics for 854 West 181st Street against the surrounding Washington Heights market.
Average List Price
Price Per SqFt
98.30% Lower
than the Washington Heights price-per-sq-ft average
Units in this building are listed below the neighborhood average, potentially offering better value per square foot compared to surrounding properties.
Washington Heights
Overview of Washington Heights
Washington Heights is a vibrant, hilly neighborhood at the top of Manhattan island. Known for its strong Dominican heritage, pre-war architecture, and stunning river views, it is a neighborhood of energy and community. For buyers seeking Washington Heights Manhattan real estate, it offers some of the most spacious and affordable apartments in the borough.
Living in Washington Heights feels distinct. The geography is dramatic, with high ridges and step streets. As a culturally rich Manhattan NYC neighborhood, it is famous for its music, food, and the sprawling Fort Tryon Park.
Real Estate & Housing Market
The market for homes for sale in Washington Heights is a haven for value. You can find massive Art Deco co-ops with Hudson River views for a fraction of the price of the Upper West Side.
It has become increasingly popular with artists, young families, and professionals who are priced out of downtown but unwilling to leave Manhattan. The "Hudson Heights" enclave within the neighborhood is particularly sought after for its quiet, village-like feel.
Lifestyle & Community
The lifestyle in Washington Heights is loud and joyous. The streets are filled with music and conversation. Broadway is a bustling commercial spine.
Community ties are deep. It is a neighborhood where people sit on stoops and know their local shopkeepers. The Cloisters museum adds a touch of medieval tranquility to the northern tip.
Transportation & Accessibility
Washington Heights is served by the A, C, and 1 trains. The A train express is legendary—it can get you from 168th Street to 59th Street in about 20 minutes.
It is further north, but the trade-off is often more space and better views. Access to the George Washington Bridge makes leaving the city for Jersey or upstate very easy.
Parks, Schools & Amenities
Fort Tryon Park is one of the most beautiful parks in the city, featuring the Heather Garden and sweeping views of the Palisades. Highbridge Park offers trails and the city's oldest standing bridge.
Amenities are local and affordable. While it lacks some big-box retail, it makes up for it with incredible independent grocers and restaurants.
Who This Neighborhood Is Best For
Washington Heights is best for buyers seeking value, space, and community. It is ideal for those who love parks and don't mind a slightly longer commute for a much bigger apartment.
