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Apartment for sale in Chelsea-Hudson Yards

161 W 16th St Apt 5A, Chelsea-Hudson Yards, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10011

$700,000
Asking price · in USD
Bedrooms
Studio
Size
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Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for sale in Chelsea-Hudson Yards, Manhattan: studio, 1 bathroom. Asking price $700,000. Built in 1929.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

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-a-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, cafes, 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.

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 70/100 · Complete

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    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • No points: Bedrooms not stated0/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • Full points: Heat or utilities mentioned1/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 347 words3/3
  • True cost12/15
    • Full points: Running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)8/8
    • Cannot check yet: Not enough similar homes nearby to compare the price4/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1930, 155 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal6/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
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Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Location

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Nearby transit

  • 18 St12 min walk
  • 14 St1 2 3 F M3 min walk
  • 14th Street (PATH)HOB-33 JSQ-33 JSQ-33 via HOB WTC-335 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

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The building

155 units · 19 floors · built 1930 · 3 more homes listed here

Building record for 101 7 Avenue

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

101 7 Avenue · BBL 1-00792-7504 · built 1930 · 155 units

Roofy building score 98/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Condominium
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
1
Rent stabilization
Had 8 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 101 7 Avenue. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations. Condo records cover the whole building.

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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.