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87 Upper East Side Outdoor Space Apartments

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200 E 61st Street #41AB For Sale
Frederico Gouveia at Leven Real Estate
$3,700,000

3 bd · 4 ba · 1 sqft · Condo

200 E 61st Street #41AB, New York City

MLS: RLS20085086 RLS at REBNY
330 E 75th Street #19-C For Sale
AMY SCHIFF at Maxwell Jacobs Inc
$1,650,000

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,025 sqft · Condo

330 E 75th Street #19-C, New York City

MLS: RLS20084933 RLS at REBNY
53 E 64th Street For Sale 3D
Asher Alcobi at Peter Ashe
$9,750,000

8 bd · 8 ba · 7,228 sqft · Multi Family

53 E 64th Street, New York City

MLS: RLS10969399 RLS at REBNY
171 E 84TH Street #34E For Sale
Robert E Doernberg at Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
$3,200,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 1,640 sqft · Condo

171 E 84TH Street #34E, New York City

MLS: RLS20089281 RLS at REBNY
1438 3rd Avenue #15B For Sale
Adrian Radomski at Compass
$3,195,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 1,690 sqft · Condo

1438 3rd Avenue #15B, New York City

MLS: RLS20081538 RLS at REBNY
200 E 94th Street #1412 For Sale
Adrian Radomski at Compass
$1,100,000

1 bd · 1 ba · 705 sqft · Condo

200 E 94th Street #1412, New York City

MLS: RLS20085204 RLS at REBNY
11 E 73rd Street #PH For Sale 3D
Marjorie Johnson Hewett at Sothebys International Realty
$4,750,000

3 bd · 3 ba · Co-op

11 E 73rd Street #PH, New York City

MLS: RLS10971143 RLS at REBNY
126 E 74th Street For Sale
Nikki Field at Sothebys International Realty
$10,500,000

4 bd · 5 ba · Single Family Residence

126 E 74th Street, New York City

MLS: RLS20086025 RLS at REBNY
7 E 80th Street For Sale
Serena Boardman at Sothebys International Realty
$25,000,000

6 bd · 6 ba · 9,308 sqft · Single Family Residence

7 E 80th Street, New York City

MLS: RLS20053120 RLS at REBNY
1040 Fifth Avenue #16 For Sale
Serena Boardman at Sothebys International Realty
$35,000,000

4 bd · 5 ba · Co-op

1040 Fifth Avenue #16, New York City

MLS: RLS20086409 RLS at REBNY
4 E 79th Street For Sale
Serena Boardman at Sothebys International Realty
$68,000,000

6 bd · 8 ba · Single Family Residence

4 E 79th Street, New York City

MLS: RLS20061488 RLS at REBNY
188 E 78th Street #15A For Sale
Glenn J Norrgard at Sothebys International Realty
$4,200,000

3 bd · 4 ba · 2,068 sqft · Condo

188 E 78th Street #15A, New York City

MLS: RLS20077441 RLS at REBNY

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Apartments With Outdoor Space for Sale in NYC

Private outdoor space is among the most sought-after features in the NYC apartment market. A true private terrace over 200 square feet can command a 20-35% premium over equivalent interior square footage. In my experience working with buyers across Brooklyn Heights, Astoria, and Upper Manhattan, understanding the maintenance responsibilities, legal status, and structural condition of any outdoor space is essential before making an offer.

FAQ: Who maintains a private terrace in a NYC co-op or condo?

This varies by building. In most NYC co-ops, the terrace is a limited common element: the shareholder has exclusive use but the building retains structural responsibility. If the waterproofing membrane fails, repair costs may be shared. Have your attorney review the outdoor space provisions. See our co-op buying guide for details.

FAQ: Is outdoor space included in the listed square footage?

No. In NYC, outdoor terrace and balcony square footage is not included in the interior square footage. A listing showing "850 sq ft with 200 sq ft terrace" means 850 square feet of interior space. Ask for a floor plan showing both interior and exterior dimensions.

FAQ: Can I enclose or modify my NYC apartment terrace?

Generally not without board approval and NYC DOB permits. Most buildings prohibit permanent structures on terraces. Enclosing a terrace requires both building and DOB approval. Request the building's alteration rules before purchasing with renovation plans. Our property search includes current outdoor space listings.

Buying Tip from Milton Coste

Check the terrace's orientation and what faces it. A north-facing terrace flanked by tall towers may receive almost no sunlight. A south-facing terrace with unobstructed views can be one of the most valuable assets in NYC. Also ask about the waterproofing membrane's age: resurfacing can cost $30,000-$80,000+ and may be assessed to you.

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