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SOLD FOR $725,000

· Closed March 11, 2026

135 E 71ST Street #2D
Closed For Sale Co-op

$725,000

$755 per sq ft

135 E 71ST Street #2D

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

71 Street-Lexington Corp.

MLS® #RLS20016370

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1.5

Baths

960

Sq. Ft.

1959

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Living Area 960 sq ft
Year Built 1959
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,000/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Lenox Hill
Floor 2 of 22

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North,West facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 2 of 22
View City
Exposure East,North,West
Pets Yes
Year Built 1959
Living Area 960 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Block/Lot 01406/0017

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 14, 2025 $1,000,000 -
Price Reduced Mar 13, 2026 $875,000 -12.5%
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $725,000 -17.1%

Description

This oversized 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence spans roughly 1,000 square feet and is ready for its next chapter. In estate condition with great bones, apartment 2D is the perfect blank canvas for a discerning purchaser to create a truly custom home.

With multiple exposures facing east, west, and north, the space is flooded with natural light throughout the day. The layout is thoughtfully designed with well-proportioned rooms and an abundance of storage, including six generous closets.

Conveniently located by the 6/Q/F trains!

Whether you're looking to restore its original charm or reimagine it entirely, this home offers endless potential. Bring your architect and your imagination and transform this diamond in the rough into your dream residence.

Located on a beautiful tree-lined block in the heart of Lenox Hill, 157 East 71st Street is a well-maintained cooperative in one of the Upper East Side's most desirable neighborhoods. 2 percent flip tax paid by purchaser. 65 percent financing allowed.


Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Elevators Storage

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,000/mo
Original Price $1,000,000
Sale Price $725,000
Previous Price $875,000

Lenox Hill occupies a residential section of the Upper East Side, defined by proximity to Central Park, major medical institutions (Memorial Sloan Kettering, Weill Cornell, Lenox Hill Hospital), and the Madison Avenue retail corridor. Housing stock ranges from large pre-war cooperatives to modern condominiums with East River and skyline views.

Lenox Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

607

Median Asking Price

$1.25M

Median $/Sqft

$1,326

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

34%

Sold (30 Days)

62

Median Sale Price

$1.26M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/28/26, 5:29 AM EST

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Location

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135 E 71ST Street #2D, Lenox Hill, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R3-2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $64,380
Land Value: $12,840
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 1,938 SF
Built FAR: 0.97
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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 $2,000 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 960 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1959, making it approximately 67 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: Cats and Dogs Allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Cats and Dogs Allowed. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $725,000 for 960 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $755. 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: RLS20016370
First Listed: 4/14/2025
On Market: 4/14/2025
Price Changed: 3/13/2026
Closed: 3/11/2026
Contract Date: 4/14/2025

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Justin David Neissani

Listing Contact: (212) 355-3550

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