390 Riverside Drive #5-G, New York City, NY 10025
Listing Courtesy of R New York
$715,000
Potential Rebate: $10,725
Overview
Now priced $135,000 below its original ask, this spacious one-bedroom home on Riverside Drive is back on the market and ready for its next chapter. It’s a rare opportunity to reimagine a classic Morningside Heights residence to your taste.<br><br>This 1-bedroom, 1-bath estate sale is set in an elegant, full-service cooperative at the southern tip of Morningside Heights. The apartment features original herringbone hardwood floors, a large cedar closet, and a flexible layout with generous proportions. From the bedroom, you’ll enjoy peaceful views of tree-lined Riverside Drive, offering a daily reminder of the beauty of this vibrant neighborhood.<br><br>The layout includes a large living room, a king-size bedroom, and a separate dining area currently used as a home office—perfect for opening up into a larger, modern kitchen. With solid bones and timeless charm, this apartment provides a strong foundation for your creative vision.<br><br>Residents enjoy a rooftop deck with panoramic Hudson River views stretching from Midtown to the George Washington Bridge, plus a gym, on-site laundry, bike storage, 24-hour doorman, and live-in super. The location offers unmatched convenience—just one block from the 110th Street 1 train and directly across from Riverside Park. Morningside Heights and the Upper West Side’s diverse dining, shopping and cultural venues are all within easy reach.<br><br>If you’ve been waiting for the right combination of value, character and potential, this is it. Schedule a private viewing today.
Home Features
- •Window Unit(s)
- •Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed
- •Common Area
- •Building Roof Deck
- •Dining Area
- •Entrance Foyer
- •River
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,286 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
Estimated Rebate for this Home
One-time rebate at closing
$10,725
Monthly savings impact
$30/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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Price Analysis
Compare average listing prices and value metrics for 390 Riverside Drive against the surrounding Morningside Heights market.
Average List Price
Price Per SqFt
30.94% Lower
than the Morningside 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.
Morningside Heights
Overview of Morningside Heights
Morningside Heights is often called the "Academic Acropolis" of New York City. Perched on a high ridge north of the Upper West Side, it is dominated by Columbia University, Barnard College, and the massive Cathedral of St. John the Divine. For buyers seeking Morningside Heights Manhattan real estate, the appeal is intellectual, historic, and architecturally consistent.
Living in Morningside Heights, Manhattan feels like living in a college town embedded in a metropolis. The streets are filled with students and professors. As a unique Manhattan NYC neighborhood, it offers a distinct sense of separation from the rest of the city due to its elevation and institutional focus.
Real Estate & Housing Market
The market for homes for sale in Morningside Heights is extremely tight. Much of the housing stock is owned by the university for faculty housing. However, the private market features stunning pre-war co-ops with spacious layouts perfect for families and academics.
Prices are generally comparable to the Upper West Side but offer more space. It is a stable market, insulated by the constant demand from the educational institutions that anchor the community.
Lifestyle & Community
The lifestyle in Morningside Heights is cerebral and relaxed. Coffee shops are filled with laptops and debates. The dining scene is affordable and casual, catering to students with everything from bagel shops to noodle bars.
It is a quiet neighborhood, especially in the summer. The community is transient due to the student population but anchored by long-term faculty residents who create a stable, intellectual core.
Transportation & Accessibility
Morningside Heights is served by the 1 train along Broadway at 110th, 116th, and 125th Streets. While it's a local train, the commute to Midtown is reliable and straightforward.
The M4 and M104 buses are popular scenic routes. The neighborhood is very walkable, with most daily needs available within a few blocks on Broadway or Amsterdam Avenue.
Parks, Schools & Amenities
The neighborhood is bookended by two parks: Morningside Park to the east (with its dramatic cliffside views) and Riverside Park to the west. The university campuses themselves act as green quadrangles.
Amenities are heavily student-focused, meaning excellent bookstores (Book Culture), affordable gyms, and copy shops. It lacks major luxury retail but makes up for it with cultural richness.
Who This Neighborhood Is Best For
Morningside Heights is best for academics, students, and families who prioritize education and pre-war charm. It is for those who want a quiet, leafy "campus" feel within the city.
