870 W 181ST Street, New York City, NY 10033

This recently renovated one-bedroom apartment pairs custom upgrades with original prewar character in West Gate House, a well-maintained, pet-friendly cooperative in the Hudson Heights section of Washington Heights.
The kitchen and bathroom were renovated to the studs in 2017, with all-new plumbing and an upgraded electrical breaker panel.
The spacious, windowed kitchen opens to the living room through a generous pass-through breakfast bar with counter seating. Wraparound Belgian Blue PentalQuartz countertops provide plenty of workspace, while semi-custom cabinetry offers abundant storage with soft-close doors and drawers. Italian porcelain floor tile and a custom tiled accent wall complete the space.
As part of the renovation, the original dumbwaiter was completely removed and the space repurposed as a custom beverage station. Vintage-inspired details, adjustable LED lighting, and an under-counter wine refrigerator make it both functional and distinctive. The kitchen also features updated stainless-steel appliances, all serviced in January 2026.
The renovated bathroom retains its original Deco-era tub and features premium Kohler and Toto fixtures along with a European-style shower set.
Storage has been thoughtfully maximized throughout the apartment. The living room features custom floor-to-ceiling built-in bookshelves with adjustable shelving. A double-width hallway closet has adjustable floor-to-ceiling shelving and its own switched light, while the bedroom closet was custom rebuilt for double-height hanging.
Additional improvements include a new living room ceiling fan installed in July 2026, replacement kitchen windows in 2026 and bedroom windows in 2025, and a new apartment entry door installed in 2017.
Original hardwood floors throughout preserve the warmth and character of the prewar home while complementing its modern updates.
West Gate House is a well-maintained prewar cooperative at Cabrini Boulevard and West 181st Street. Building amenities include a live-in superintendent and porter, two landscaped garden courtyards, a modern laundry room, storage lockers, bike storage, well-maintained lobbies, and ButterflyMX entry.
The location puts the best of Hudson Heights and Washington Heights close at hand. The A and 1 subway lines, multiple bus routes, and the George Washington Bridge Bus Station provide convenient transportation options. Nearby are restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, fitness options, grocers, and specialty stores. Neighborhood favorites include Cabrini Wines & Spirits and Breakaway Café & Bike Shop, a unique café and bicycle shop popular with local cyclists and riders heading across the George Washington Bridge to ride Route 9W and the Palisades in New Jersey. NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center and City College are also within easy reach.
Fort Tryon Park, The Met Cloisters, and the Heather Garden are nearby. Fort Washington Park offers tennis courts, playing fields, running paths, and access to the Hudson River Greenway, which continues along the river to Battery Park.
A thoughtfully renovated home with excellent storage, original prewar details, and a prime location in the Hudson Heights section of Washington Heights.

Please note: There is an assessment of $117.92 through 2027