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$499,999

280 Rector Pl Apt 3E

Manhattan, NY, 10280
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1Beds
1Baths
550Sqft
$909$/sqft

Listing Notes

An amazing opportunity to live in a bright one bedroom with a large living and dining area! With plenty of room to create your ideal setup, the space easily accommodates relaxing, entertaining, or even a comfortable work-from-home area. Large windows bring in great natural light and views of Rector Park, while the separate kitchen offers ample cabinet and counter space along with full-size appliances. The bedroom features built-in shelving and storage, comfortably fitting a full or queen-size bed while maximizing functionality. Battery Park City living has been the best kept secret in Manhattan for years. And now, more than ever, the park setting, water breezes and buildings that arent stacked on top of each other have become even more attractive! The Soundings is the best boutique condo building in Battery Park City. From the friendly doorman, to live in super, gym, roof deck, lounge, childrens playroom, dance studio, storage, bike storage, and attached garage your every need is fulfilled. Perfectly situated in Battery Park City, grocery stores (Gristedes, Battery Place Market, Whole Foods), restaurants (El Vez, PJ Clarkes, Treadwell, Hudson Eats, Inatteso, Brookfield Place), parks, the riverfront esplanade, entertainment (Battery Park Conservancy, Regal Cinemas), and shopping (Brookfield Mall). Getting around couldnt be easier take advantage of the free Downtown connection, M20, M9, and all trains close by!

Market Insights

Near nearby median+0.4%

$909/sqft vs a nearby median of $905/sqft.

Nearby median$905/sqft
Nearby properties8
Property size550 sqft
  • +0.4% versus the nearby median price per square foot.
  • 7 price records are available for this property.
  • 550 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.

Pricing Read

Yardstick fair value$497k$459k$535k · 63% confidence
vs ask $500k+$3k (+0.6%)

Asking price is well-anchored to the comp picture (+0.6%). Negotiate on terms, not headline price.

$907/sqft median across 4 tight comps × 550 sqft= $499k
  • Transit access+$12k +2.5%
  • Visible condition issues−$10k −2.0%
  • Days-on-market gravity−$2k −0.5%
  • Moderate flood-area edge−$2k −0.5%
Cumulative NYC adjustments−$2k−0.5%

Property Read

FreshnessCurrent market data

The listing facts are current enough for an initial property review.

Market Position+0.4% vs nearby

The property is close to nearby price-per-square-foot levels, so the decision will likely come down to condition and layout.

Price MovementNo cuts recorded

The available price history has not shown a cut yet, so leverage may need to come from comps, condition, or days on market.

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Listing Details

Days on market
63 days
Last price change
No change recorded
Listed
Mar 10, 2026
Photos
12 photos
Property type
condos
Status
for sale
Last sold
Dec 10, 1998 · $180,000

Features & Amenities

ElevatorPets AllowedGarage 1 Or MoreRental PropertyViewsParkShopping

Photos

Building Facts

Year built
1987
Stories
9
Total units
122
Residential units
121
Building area
1.87 ac
Lot size
15,000 sqft
Land use
Mixed residential and commercial buildings
Building class
RM

From NYC public records where available.

Price History

May 13, 2026diff
$499,999for sale
May 12, 2026diff
$499,999for sale
May 12, 2026diff
$499,999for sale
May 12, 2026diff
$499,999for sale
May 12, 2026diff
$499,999for sale
May 11, 2026diff
$499,999for sale
May 4, 2026Initial record
$499,999for sale

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