Milton Coste

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121 E 88th Street #5-B
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$650,000

$1,040 per sq ft

121 E 88th Street #5-B

Carnegie Hill, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20081216

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Lin Pan International Realty LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

625

Sq. Ft.

1910

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 625 sq ft
Year Built 1910
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,314/mo
Neighborhood Carnegie Hill
Floor 5 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North,South,West facing
  • Fireplace: 1 fireplace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 5
View City
Exposure North,South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street Park Avenue/Lexington Avenue
Year Built 1910
Living Area 625 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar,WalkUp
Parcel # 1517-0013-00121-000-000005B
Block/Lot 1517/0013

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 3, 2026 $650,000 -
Currently May 19, 2026 $650,000 -

Description

Mint-condition one-bedroom on the Upper East Side, ideally located between Park and Lexington Avenues just two blocks from the 86th Street express train. This quiet, south-facing home features high beamed ceilings, oversized windows, and beautiful hardwood floors, creating a bright and spacious living environment. The large living room offers great natural light, while the modern, windowed kitchen is well-appointed with updated finishes. The bedroom includes sophisticated paneled closets and a generous walk-in closet. Additional highlights include a bright, windowed bathroom, excellent storage, and low maintenance. Set within a boutique 15-unit walk-up building, professionally managed and offering true prewar charm, this move-in ready residence is a rare Upper East Side gem.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Kitchen Window Common Area New Windows Fireplace (1)

Exterior Features

Building Storage

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Stories 5
Style Prewar,WalkUp

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,314/mo

Carnegie Hill is a low-traffic residential section of the Upper East Side defined by proximity to Central Park and Museum Mile. The area features low-rise historic architecture and large pre-war cooperatives, with landmarked blocks and boutique retail along Madison Avenue.

Carnegie Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

136

Median Asking Price

$2.60M

Median $/Sqft

$1,666

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

10

Price Reduced

34%

Sold (30 Days)

3

Median Sale Price

$1.68M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/18/26, 9:22 PM EST

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Location

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121 E 88th Street #5-B, Carnegie Hill, New York County • Near Park Avenue/Lexington Avenue

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1937
Year Built
89 years old
5
Floors
15
Residential Units
R8B
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,632,150
Land Value: $90,000
Exemptions: $5,747

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

Lot Area: 2,617 SF
Building Area: 10,065 SF
Built FAR: 3.85
Allowed FAR: 4

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 monthly maintenance are $1,314 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 625 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1910, making it approximately 116 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

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

At the current list price of $650,000 for 625 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,040. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS20081216
First Listed: 4/3/2026
On Market: 4/3/2026
Price Changed: 4/3/2026
Contract Date: 4/2/2026

Listing Courtesy of Lin Pan International Realty LLC - Lin Pan

Listing Contact: (917) 902-8853

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