Can you image where Barack Obama lived in college, before making it to the White House? Take a look at this New York apartment where the former president lived with a few of his closest friends. The apartment, located in the Morningside Heights section of Manhattan, near Columbia University, is now listed for sale for $1.45 million. Obama majored in political science in Columbia in the early 1980s. Since Obama has lived in the building it has been fully renovated and converted into a 39-unit co-op building. So, while maybe it doesn’t look like it did when Obama was studying, sleeping and even partying, it’s still pretty neat to think this is where he lived just a few decades ago.
© GettyImagesObama’s legacy in real estate
It doesn’t get any better than Obama when it comes to his history, fame and legacy. The apartment has a great location and the recent renovations make it just that much more appealing. And if on top of that you had that Obama lived there in his crazy college years, hey maybe it’ll spark an offer or two.
© realtor.comThe virtually staged living room is light-filled and spacious
Including high ceilings and generously proportioned rooms, Obama’s college apartment is situated on a quiet street and its renovation is simply marvelous. It is managed by Brown Harris Stevens brokerage firm.
© realtor.comHow much will these apartments be going for?
Almost $1.5 million, and believe it or not, thats about the same price as it was five years ago. Real estate agents point out that the price has not increased mainly because of the damaging effects of COVID 19. But still, the firm is happy with the price and thinks it is fair.
© realtor.comEveryone wants a windowed eat-in kitchen in New York City!
No, this is not what Obama’s college kitchen looked like, we can assure you that much. His long nights with pizza and bear were not in this luxurious kitchen. But hey, who doesn’t love these white cabinets, high-end appliances and full size washer and dryer. And the window? I’m sure loving it.
© realtor.comThe lobby of the building.
“This building dates back to 1907 and was designed by the celebrated architects Schwartz and Gross, which will appeal to many buyers who are looking for solid prewar construction,” says a real estate agent at the NYC firm.
© realtor.comTwo of the bedrooms share a bath with a soaking tub and the renovations include custom closets in each bedroom.
Being a co-op building, the prospective buyer pool can be somewhat limited, making the pricing even more adecuate.
© GettyImagesAny other real estate recomendations for us Mr. Obama?
We sure do love this apartment!
