161 EAST 88 STREET
Manhattan · Upper East Side · New York, NY 10128
No open violations on record. Building is in full compliance.
What This Means for Buyers
161 EAST 88 STREET is a mid-size pre-war elevator apartments building with walk-up in Upper East Side. The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the ... Zoned R8B, this building sits in a residential zoning district. The building has a clean compliance record with no open violations.
Upper East Side
The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.
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ACRIS Records
Every recorded deed, mortgage, and lien since 1966.
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Tax bill, ownership, building class, zoning.
BBL: 1015170027.00000000
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DOB BIS Record
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Permanent Property Identifier
BBL: 1-01517-0027
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Active Listings in This Building
Listing data provided by the REBNY Listing Service (RLS) and may not reflect all available activity. All listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listing broker is identified in each listing detail.
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$1,900/mo
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$3,600/mo
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$2,400/mo
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$3,300/mo
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$7,495/mo
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$2,650/mo
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$6,250/mo
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$4,000/mo
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$2,950/mo
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$5,950/mo
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$5,950/mo
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$2,150/mo
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$3,500/mo
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$4,150/mo
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$2,300/mo
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Closed rental data from REBNY Listing Service (RLS). All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Sales History
| Date ▼ | Unit | Beds | Price | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2018 | Unit 6D | 1BR | $710,000 | - |
| May 15, 2013 | Unit 2-G | 1BR | $440,000 | - |
| Oct 10, 2025 | Unit 6C | Studio | $382,500 | 500 |
| Oct 26, 2015 | Unit 4FG | 2BR | $1,150,000 | 1,400 |
| Feb 27, 2017 | Unit 4D | 1BR | $729,000 | 815 |
| Jan 15, 2025 | Unit 2E | 2BR | $1,120,000 | - |
| Mar 2, 2022 | Unit 5-C | Studio | $429,000 | 500 |
| Oct 22, 2015 | Unit 6C | Studio | $347,500 | - |
| Aug 20, 2020 | Unit 5-C | Studio | $378,500 | 500 |
| Sep 23, 2020 | Unit 2-E | 2BR | $985,000 | - |
Closed sale data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Rental History
| Unit | Lease Date ▼ | Rent | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 3F | Jan 20, 2016 | $1,900/mo | 0 | 1 | - |
| Unit 1G | Jun 23, 2015 | $3,500/mo | 2 | 1 | - |
| Unit 5B | Jan 19, 2016 | $3,600/mo | 2 | 1 | - |
| Unit 2D | Jun 4, 2015 | $2,400/mo | 1 | 1 | - |
| Unit 2F | Nov 21, 2016 | $2,000/mo | 0 | 1 | - |
| Unit 6F | Sep 27, 2023 | $2,850/mo | 0 | 1 | - |
| Unit 5D | Feb 17, 2022 | $3,300/mo | 1 | 1 | - |
| Unit 5A | Feb 17, 2022 | $2,200/mo | 0 | 1 | - |
| Unit PH | Feb 21, 2025 | $7,495/mo | 2 | 2 | - |
| Unit 5D | Oct 23, 2015 | $2,650/mo | 1 | 1 | - |
| Unit 3 | Aug 20, 2014 | $6,400/mo | 2 | 2 | - |
| Unit 2D | Oct 31, 2021 | $3,000/mo | 1 | 1 | - |
| Unit 2E | Apr 26, 2018 | $4,000/mo | 2 | 2 | 1,100 |
| Unit L1 | Jun 26, 2023 | $2,950/mo | 2 | 1 | - |
| Unit 4A | May 19, 2023 | $2,350/mo | 0 | 1 | - |
| Unit 2D | Jul 28, 2018 | $2,950/mo | 1 | 1 | - |
| Unit 1G | Jun 12, 2023 | $4,500/mo | 2 | 1 | - |
| Unit PH | Apr 1, 2019 | $5,950/mo | 2 | 2 | - |
| Unit 1A | Aug 2, 2019 | $2,200/mo | 0 | 1 | - |
| Unit B1 | Jul 22, 2020 | $2,700/mo | 2 | 1 | - |
| Unit PH | Oct 27, 2022 | $5,950/mo | 2 | 2 | - |
| Unit 6C | Apr 25, 2013 | $2,150/mo | 0 | 1 | - |
| Unit 1G | Apr 21, 2014 | $3,500/mo | 2 | 1 | 1,100 |
| Unit 5B | May 7, 2014 | $4,100/mo | 2 | 1 | - |
| Unit 2E | Mar 1, 2015 | $4,150/mo | 2 | 2 | 1,100 |
| Unit 3-C | Jul 27, 2021 | $2,300/mo | 0 | 1 | - |
Closed rental data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Compliance & Violations
Clean Compliance Record
This building has no open violations on record with NYC DOB or HPD.
Source: NYC Department of Buildings & HPD (data.cityofnewyork.us)
Nearby Transit
86 St
0.14 mi away
96 St
0.36 mi away
Approximate walking distances.
Nearby Schools
No public schools found within walking distance.
Permits & Renovations
No recent permit filings found.
Zoning & Development
Residential zoning district.
Building Details
- Building Class
- Elevator Apartments (D4)
- Land Use
- 3
- Year Built
- 1937
- Last Altered
- 1986
- Floors
- 6
- Total Units
- 42
- Gross Floor Area
- 36,432 sq ft
- Lot Area
- 8,053 sq ft
- Lot Frontage
- 80 ft
- Lot Depth
- 100.67 ft
- Community District
- CD 8
- City Council
- District 5
- School District
- 2
- Police Precinct
- 19
- Fire Company
- L013
- Sanitation District
- 8
- BBL
- 1015170027.00000000
Source: NYC PLUTO (data.cityofnewyork.us)
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