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155 W 20th St APT 6H, New York, NY, 10011

1beds
1baths
850sqft
$799,000
$940price/sqft
$5,033/moest. monthly cost
$201,320/yrincome needed

About This Home

SPONSOR UNIT SALE — RENT-CONTROLLED TENANT IN PLACE Rare opportunity to acquire the final sponsor-owned unit in the distinguished Chelsea Warren, a highly regarded pre-war cooperative designed by renowned New York architect Horace Ginsberg. Perched on the top floor, this oversized one-bedroom home retains many of its original Art Deco details and classic pre-war proportions. The gracious layout includes a dramatic sunken living room (10 feet), a windowed kitchen and bath, and two large walk-in closets off the entry gallery. The corner bedroom is especially striking, featuring oversized south- and west-facing windows that meet at a 90-degree angle, creating exceptional natural light and an unusually open architectural feel. Apartment is being sold with a long-term rent-controlled tenant in occupancy. Purchaser acquires shares and coop lease subject to all rights of the existing tenant in place. Current monthly rent is $1,351. Built in 1938, the Chelsea Warren is an impeccably maintained full-service cooperative with a live-in superintendent, three full-time porters, common laundry, bike storage, and private storage rooms. The building has undergone extensive recent capital improvements, including: -Renovated lobby and hallways (2020) -Local Law 11 exterior restoration (2021) -New roof and sidewalks along West 20th Street and Seventh Avenue (2022) -New landscaping, tree pits, and guard rails along the 20th Street retaining walls (2023) -Coop owns 7 retail spaces. All retail is leased up. Situated on a quiet, tree-lined Chelsea block directly across from Chelsea Green Park, the building enjoys close proximity to the Flatiron District, Greenwich Village, Madison Square Park, Union Square, the High Line, and many of Manhattan’s most celebrated restaurants, markets, and cultural destinations, including Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe's, and Eataly. Multiple subway lines and Penn Station are also nearby. Additional Information: -Maintenance: $1,851/month -Current assessment: $221/month through September 2027 -Apartment sold “as is” -Apartment requires renovation -Main photo is virtually staged -Financing available through National Cooperative Bank (NCB) up to 70%; adjustable-rate products only.

Getting Around

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WalkingWalker's Paradise
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TransitRider's Paradise
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BikeBiker's Paradise

Schools

8/10
Jhs 104 Simon BaruchGrades 6-80.9 mi
9/10
Manhattan Village AcademyGrades 9-120.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1938

Type & Style

  • Home type: Cooperative
  • Property subType: Coop

Interior

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 850
  • Total interior livable area: 850 sqft

Property

Details

  • Special condition: Sponsor Unit

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Cold Wave
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters in New York County and New York

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Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $4,040$48,480
Home Insurance *$275$3,300
Property Taxes $472$5,664
Electricity $246$2,954
Total$5,033$60,396
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$172,560/yr
40% on housing$150,990/yr
45% on housing$134,213/yr

New York FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 20,669Commercial: 1,556
Total Premiums$32.27M
Total Exposure$7.63B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 2.0%
2.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.0%
1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$940This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 10011$1,888
New York County$1,489

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 10011$1,286
New York County$1,203

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-13Price change$849,000
2026-05-06Listed for sale$895,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentGerald Germany
BrokerageCompass

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