0 Beds
1 Bath
$700,000
161 W 16TH Street 5A, New York City NY, 10011
Built in1929
Property typeCo-op
Policies
- Pets Allowed
- Yes
Overview
Active
Listed Oct 20, 2026
Updated 14h ago
Filled with southern light and offering one of the most generously proportioned layouts of its kind within the building, Apartment 5A combines timeless prewar charm with modern-day comfort in the heart of Chelsea.
Enter through the foyer into the spacious, south facing living room, with 9-foot beamed ceilings and hardwood floors, ideal for both relaxation and dining. The adjoining bright, windowed kitchen, featuring recessed lighting and a GE dishwasher, provides separation from the main living area without compromising convenience or connectivity from guests. Located off the living room, the welcoming sleeping area is framed by stylish French doors, allowing for a private retreat or a seamless extension of the living space. The spacious, deep walk-in closet has a customizable Elfa storage system located behind discreet mirrored sliding doors, while the subway tiled bathroom with tub completes the elegant flow of this inviting home.
Situated in the heart of Chelsea, 161 West 16th Street is a full-service Art Deco cooperative that combines classic prewar elegance with modern conveniences. Designed by renowned architects Farrar & Watmough in 1930, it is one of the neighborhood's most desirable residential addresses. Residents enjoy a suite of amenities, including a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, elevator service, central laundry facilities, bicycle storage, and a landscaped rooftop terrace offering sweeping panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River views. This pet-friendly coop permits pied-à-terres, gifting, and subletting, subject to board approval. Heat, hot water, cooking gas, and Verizon internet (!) are included in the maintenance. There is a 2% flip tax paid by the buyer.
Ideally positioned between Chelsea and the West Village, the building offers exceptional access to some of Manhattan's finest restaurants, cafés, boutiques, galleries, and cultural destinations. Union Square, the Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and the High Line are all within easy reach, while numerous nearby subway lines provide convenient transportation throughout the city.
With its simple elegance, architectural heritage, comprehensive amenities, and prime downtown location, 161 West 16th Street, 5A offers an exceptional combination of classic appeal and contemporary Manhattan living.
Enter through the foyer into the spacious, south facing living room, with 9-foot beamed ceilings and hardwood floors, ideal for both relaxation and dining. The adjoining bright, windowed kitchen, featuring recessed lighting and a GE dishwasher, provides separation from the main living area without compromising convenience or connectivity from guests. Located off the living room, the welcoming sleeping area is framed by stylish French doors, allowing for a private retreat or a seamless extension of the living space. The spacious, deep walk-in closet has a customizable Elfa storage system located behind discreet mirrored sliding doors, while the subway tiled bathroom with tub completes the elegant flow of this inviting home.
Situated in the heart of Chelsea, 161 West 16th Street is a full-service Art Deco cooperative that combines classic prewar elegance with modern conveniences. Designed by renowned architects Farrar & Watmough in 1930, it is one of the neighborhood's most desirable residential addresses. Residents enjoy a suite of amenities, including a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, elevator service, central laundry facilities, bicycle storage, and a landscaped rooftop terrace offering sweeping panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River views. This pet-friendly coop permits pied-à-terres, gifting, and subletting, subject to board approval. Heat, hot water, cooking gas, and Verizon internet (!) are included in the maintenance. There is a 2% flip tax paid by the buyer.
Ideally positioned between Chelsea and the West Village, the building offers exceptional access to some of Manhattan's finest restaurants, cafés, boutiques, galleries, and cultural destinations. Union Square, the Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and the High Line are all within easy reach, while numerous nearby subway lines provide convenient transportation throughout the city.
With its simple elegance, architectural heritage, comprehensive amenities, and prime downtown location, 161 West 16th Street, 5A offers an exceptional combination of classic appeal and contemporary Manhattan living.
$4,657/mo
Est. mortgage payment based on a $700,000 home price.
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Additional information
- MLS® ID
- RLS20121850
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 0
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Cooling
- Yes
- Basement
- Yes
Other Property Details
- Doorman
- Yes
- Maintenance Fee Frequency
- Monthly
- View
- Yes
Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Tom Hatton
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