The River Arts, 871 Riverside Drive - Washington Heights
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The River Arts is a distinctive prewar co-op built in 1941 at 871 Riverside Drive in Washington Heights, converted to cooperative ownership in the 1980s by Bernard Levine. This impressive 6 story red brick building houses 244 units and boasts an extraordinary architectural feature: 83 sides, possibly more than any other building in the city, along with five light courts facing the Hudson River. The building's unique massing and positioning closer to the river than many neighboring prewar buildings makes it one of the most imposing structures in the area, offering residents spectacular Hudson River and George Washington Bridge views.
Residents enjoy comprehensive full service amenities including a 24 hour doorman, live-in superintendent, fitness center, bike storage, and a parking garage available for $230 to $240 monthly. The building features a bucolic backyard garden spanning two blocks with meandering paths and quiet seating areas, plus a community room, 24 hour laundry facilities, and private storage cages. Notably, The River Arts was the first building in Audubon Park to go green, installing solar panels in a project that originally cost $418,000 but was reduced to just $34,560 after federal, state, and city tax credits and grants.
The apartments showcase generous proportions with nearly 10 foot ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Many units feature expansive Hudson River views, with some boasting dramatic spaces like 44 foot living and dining room expanses and kitchens with 30 linear feet of counter space. Storage is exceptional across units, with apartments typically offering four to five closets including large double door closets. Recent renovations have introduced modern kitchens with high end appliances, updated bathrooms, and in-unit washer/dryer installations in select apartments.
Located in the desirable Audubon Triangle, the building offers convenient access to the 1, A, and C trains, plus easy connections to major roadways including the Henry Hudson Parkway and George Washington Bridge. The neighborhood provides direct access to the Hudson River Greenway and Fort Washington Park with its volleyball courts, soccer fields, and modern playgrounds. The building maintains a liberal sublet policy and welcomes one dog per apartment with breed restrictions, while sponsor units are available requiring no board approval for qualified buyers.
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