Yves Chelsea
166 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011
Chelsea
BBL 1007937508 · BIN 1087846
- Year built
- 2008
- Type
- Condominium
- Landmark
- No
Every recorded sale at this building, 2008–2026
Price-per-square-foot over time, the line- and floor-premium curves, and every recorded sale.
- Median $/sf
- $1,836
- Listing discount
- 2.8%
- Recorded sales
- 91
- On record
- 2008–2026
Yves is a glass condominium on the corner of West 18th Street and Seventh Avenue, completed in 2008 and designed by Ismael Leyva Architects. Its distinctive blue-glass facade — with setbacks beginning at the eighth floor and stainless-steel piers arranged in three symmetrical "U"-shaped configurations — gives it a recognizable presence on the Chelsea skyline, and behind that glass sits an amenity package that punches well above the building's boutique size.
The headline amenity is the pool: a 48-foot indoor heated lap pool, one of the few in downtown Manhattan, paired with a fitness center, sauna, and hot tub. For a building of roughly four dozen homes, that is an unusually deep wellness program, and it has anchored the building's appeal since it opened. The finishes match the ambition — Valcucine all-glass kitchen cabinetry, Sub-Zero refrigeration with wine storage, Miele appliances, and walnut flooring throughout.
For buyers, the case is a full-service Chelsea condominium with a genuine pool-and-health-club program, floor-to-ceiling light, and a corner location steps from the High Line, Hudson Yards, and the Meatpacking District.
Architecture and unit composition
Ismael Leyva's design is a confident glass tower: a blue-toned curtain wall articulated by stainless-steel bands and the three U-shaped configurations that define the facade, with setbacks from the eighth floor that create the building's stepped silhouette and the outdoor space above. The floor-to-ceiling windows flood the homes with light — a defining feature of living here.
The roughly 38–41 residences span 14 stories, with the open floor plans, tall ceilings, and full-height glazing of quality 2000s new construction. The finish program is consistent and high-end across the building — all-glass kitchens, integrated Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, double-vanity baths with Grohe fixtures, and in-unit washer/dryers. Upper-floor homes capture the best light and the open Chelsea views.
Building operations
Yves runs as a full-service condominium. A 24-hour doorman and concierge staff the lobby, and the amenity set is the building's calling card: the 48-foot indoor heated lap pool, a full fitness center with sauna and hot tub, a landscaped roof terrace, and basement storage. That depth of wellness amenity is rare at this scale and a real ongoing draw.
As a condominium, ownership is flexible. Purchases clear through a condominium right-of-first-refusal rather than a co-op board interview, financing is not capped the way it is at co-ops, and pied-à-terre, investor, and LLC purchases are customary. On a sale, the building's documented transfer fee is equivalent to two months' common charges, payable by the buyer, alongside standard move-in and processing fees; the building also reviews leases through a right-of-first-refusal, so renting out a unit is permitted under the condominium's rules. Common charges and the tax picture follow the offering plan, which we help buyers read.
Local Law 97
- 2024–2029 annual penalty
- $0 (under cap)
- 2030–2034 annual penalty
- $15,527/yr
- Per unit / month range
- $0 – $34
Facade safety — Local Law 11
The latest available filing classified the facade as SWARMP — Safe With A Repair and Maintenance Program: the engineer identified conditions requiring monitoring or repair before the next inspection cycle. The scope, timeline, and how the building funds the work are building-specific — we review the filings and board materials for you.
QEWI = Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector — the licensed engineer the city requires to sign the report (the independent expert, not the managing agent). Source: NYC DOB facade filings (FISP) · The Roebling Research Library.
See the full facade history →Recent sales
Recent closings at this building, curated by The Roebling Team research desk. Apartment-level facts are independently verified before publishing; sale prices reflect the recorded transfer amount at the NYC Department of Finance.
| Date | Unit | Apartment | Price | PPSF | vs. Ask |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2026 | 7D | 1 BR · 1.5 BA · 844 sf | $1,550,000 | $1,836/sf | -2.8% |
| Mar 31, 2026 | PHB | 3 BR · 3.5 BA · 3,008 sf | $5,400,000 | $1,795/sf | -16.9% |
| May 1, 2025 | 4E | 1 BR · 1.5 BA · 839 sf | $1,500,000 | $1,788/sf | -5.7% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | PH11 | 4 BR · 4.5 BA · 3,579 sf | $6,000,000 | $1,676/sf | -4.0% |
| Aug 3, 2023 | 7D | 1 BR · 1.5 BA · 844 sf | $1,580,000 | $1,872/sf | -0.9% |
| Apr 18, 2023 | 6C | 1 BR · 1.5 BA · 1,035 sf | $1,969,900 | $1,903/sf | -6.2% |
| Oct 7, 2022 | 7C | 1 BR · 1.5 BA · 701 sf | $1,350,000 | $1,926/sf | -3.2% |
| Jul 28, 2022 | 4C | 1 BR · 1.5 BA · 1,035 sf | $1,915,000 | $1,850/sf | +0.0% |
Market read. Most recent trades (2026) cleared a median $1,836/sf across 1 sale. Median listing discount 2.8% from the last ask — a recurring negotiation gap worth pricing into any offer or listing strategy.
The retrade record
Lines that have traded more than once in the public record — the building’s appreciation arc, apartment by apartment.
Full closing history with price-per-square-foot over time, the complete retrade record, and every line that has traded.
Sales sourced from NYC Department of Finance recorded transfers (BBL 1-00793-7508) and verified listing data. Apartment-level facts (line, condition, asking-price context) curated and cross-verified by The Roebling Team research desk. Not all transactions cross-verify with ACRIS records — sponsor and LLC purchases sometimes record at stipulated values rather than market price; square footage from recorded condo declarations and offering plans.
What to know if you’re buying
This is a full-service glass condominium with one of downtown's few indoor lap pools. Financing is not capped the way it is at co-ops, the purchase process is condominium-standard — a right-of-first-refusal rather than a board package — and pied-à-terre and investor purchases are customary. Budget for the closing-side costs: a transfer fee equivalent to two months' common charges plus the building's move-in and processing fees. The light is the differentiator, so evaluate floor and exposure carefully. Read the offering plan for common charges and the tax projection. For a buyer who wants a pool and a health club in a boutique Chelsea building, this is a standout.
What to know if you’re selling
Lead with the amenities. A 48-foot indoor heated lap pool, a full health club with sauna and hot tub, and a roof terrace are a deep package for a building this size — and the pool, in particular, is a downtown rarity. Benchmark to full-service Chelsea glass condominiums, where wellness amenities and light drive value. The condominium structure speeds the close through a right-of-first-refusal, and the corner location — High Line, Hudson Yards, and the Meatpacking District within a short walk — anchors the pitch. Be ready to set buyer expectations on the two-month-common-charge transfer fee, and position the upper-floor homes accordingly.
Comparable buildings
If you're considering Yves, also evaluate these nearby Chelsea condominiums:
- 155 West 18th Street — the Flynn, a boutique condominium one block east
- 224 West 18th Street — Chelsea condominium nearby
- 151 West 17th Street — boutique Chelsea condominium
- 100 West 15th Street — Chelsea condominium nearby
- 121 West 19th Street — Chelsea boutique condominium
The neighborhood
For the full corridor — architecture, schools, transit, and pricing across Chelsea — read The Roebling Team Guide to Chelsea.
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