386 COLUMBUS Avenue 16A
$2,500,000
MLS# RLS20125371 · Upper West Side
Listed November 5, 2026 · New today
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,304 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
A Rare Opportunity with Spectacular Museum of Natural History Views in the Heart of the Upper West Side!
Welcome to Residence 16A at 386 Columbus Avenue, an exceptional two-bedroom, two-bathroom condominium offering an inviting blend of space, comfort, and sophistication in one of Manhattan's most desirable neighborhoods. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors, an open-concept layout, and stunning direct views of the American Museum of Natural History , this wonderful home offers an ideal setting for both everyday living and entertaining.
Upon entering through your private elevator, you are greeted by a welcoming foyer that opens into an expansive living and dining area, creating a wonderful sense of space and openness. The thoughtfully designed floor plan seamlessly connects the fully renovated kitchen to the generously sized dining area and spacious living room, making it perfect for entertaining guests or simply enjoying the comforts of home. The beautifully updated kitchen features modern finishes and a contemporary feel while maintaining an effortless connection to the main living space.
The spacious primary bedroom suite serves as a peaceful retreat, filled with natural light and featuring a beautifully appointed private bathroom with a spa-like design. A second well-proportioned bedroom and an additional full bathroom provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional living space.
386 Columbus Avenue is an intimate, boutique-style condominium built in 1983, comprising just 24 residences. Ideally situated directly across from the world-renowned American Museum of Natural History and Hayden Planetarium, the building places you at the center of everything the Upper West Side has to offer.
Enjoy the convenience of being moments from Columbus Avenue's celebrated restaurants, cafes, boutique shopping, neighborhood markets, and cultural attractions. With convenient access to transportation and Central Park, this is an opportunity to experience the very best of Upper West Side living.
A spacious, beautifully updated home with spectacular Museum of Natural History.
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Property Features
Policies
- Pets allowed
Home features
- Washer/dryer allowed
- City view
- Dishwasher
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Elevator
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Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$15,180 / month
- Principal and interest$12,641
- Common charges$2,539
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$500,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (1.25%)$31,250
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$38,500
Not included: attorney, title insurance, lender and appraisal fees, board application and move-in fees, flip tax and prepaid items. Estimates only, based on the published New York State rates. Your attorney and lender will confirm the real figures.
About the Building
386 Columbus Avenue is an 18-story condominium in Upper West Side, completed in 1984 and home to 24 residential units. It sits within the Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District.
The closest subway is 81 St-Museum of Natural History (B, C), about a 5-minute walk. Theodore Roosevelt Park is roughly 1 minute away on foot.
Compiled from NYC public records and open data.
- Year Built
- 1984
- Stories
- 18
- Units
- 24
- Building Type
- Condominium
- Historic District
- Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District
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Location & Nearby
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386 COLUMBUS Avenue 16A
Subway
- BC81 St-Museum of Natural HistoryAbout 5 min walk
- 179 StAbout 7 min walk
- 12372 StAbout 10 min walk · Accessible
- BC72 StAbout 11 min walk
Parks
- Theodore Roosevelt ParkAbout 1 min walk
- Central ParkAbout 5 min walk
- Riverside ParkAbout 11 min walk
Public schools · Elementary schools
- P.S. 87 William ShermanAbout 3 min walk
- The Anderson SchoolAbout 3 min walk
- P.S. 9 Sarah AndersonAbout 7 min walk
Middle schools
- M.S. M245 The Computer SchoolAbout 3 min walk
- M.S. M247 Dual Language Middle SchoolAbout 3 min walk
High schools
- The Global Learning CollaborativeAbout 8 min walk
- Innovation Diploma PlusAbout 8 min walk
Colleges & universities
- Bard Graduate CenterAbout 10 min walk
- The Juilliard SchoolAbout 17 min walk
- New York Institute of TechnologyAbout 23 min walk
Museums
- American Museum of Natural HistoryAbout 7 min walk
- Children's Museum of ManhattanAbout 8 min walk
- American Folk Art MuseumAbout 17 min walk
- The Metropolitan Museum of ArtAbout 18 min walk
Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.
The Neighborhood
About Upper West Side
Grand prewar residences flanked by two iconic parks and world-renowned cultural institutions.
Walkability
9/10
Public transit
9/10
Schools
10/10
Dining
9/10
Groceries & parks
9/10
Schools in Upper West Side
Strong public schools like PS 87 and PS 199, top progressive private schools, and many students who transition into elite NYC high schools.
Private schools in the area include Collegiate School, Trinity School, Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School, The Calhoun School.
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