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SOLD FOR $660,000

Listed at $699,000 · Sold 5.6% below asking · Closed July 9, 2019

400 E 70th Street #1205
Closed For Sale Condo

$699,000

400 E 70th Street #1205

Upper East Side, Manhattan

The Kingsley

MLS® #RLS10435815

RLS at REBNY

Listing by BOND New York

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1984

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1984
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $648/mo
Property Taxes $10,020/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
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Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street 1st Ave. & York Ave.
Year Built 1984
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1464-1076

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 1, 2018 $699,000 -
Price Reduced Oct 3, 2018 $739,000 +5.7%

Description

Huge Price Drop

MOTIVATED SELLER!

Lovely one-bedroom home with wonderful city views. There are rich hardwood floors, two-window living room, a galley kitchen, dining area, bright bedroom, double closets which provide a private dressing area open to the bathroom. This white-glove building, The Kingsley, is one of the most desired modern condominiums on the Upper East Side. The building features a reception desk in an elegant wide lobby, an exterior doorman to hail cabs, a washer/dryer on every floor and a fully-renovated gym on the 31st floor. The exterior has been recently completely refurbished. One block to the new Second Ave/72nd St. subway station. Hot water and heating are included in the condo fees.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Exterior Features

Balcony Balcony

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $648/mo
RE Taxes $10,020/yr ($835/mo)
Sale Price $660,000
Previous Price $739,000

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.

Upper East Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

339

Median Asking Price

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,560

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

25

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/27/26, 6:10 AM EST

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400 E 70th Street #1205, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 1st Ave. & York Ave.

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1984
Year Built
42 years old
40
Floors
216
Residential Units
C2-8
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $40,315,962
Land Value: $4,274,993
Exemptions: $716,926

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 13,883 SF
Building Area: 201,251 SF
Built FAR: 14.5
Allowed FAR: 10

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $648 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $10,020, or roughly $835 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1984, making it approximately 42 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10435815
First Listed: 6/1/2018
Price Changed: 10/3/2018
Closed: 7/9/2019
Contract Date: 4/26/2019

Listing Courtesy of BOND New York - Floriana Argento

Listing Contact: (646) 666-2307

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