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SOLD FOR $570,000

Listed at $599,000 · Sold 4.8% below asking · Closed September 3, 2013

251 E 51ST Street #5B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$599,000

$768 per sq ft

251 E 51ST Street #5B

Midtown East, Manhattan

251 East 51st Street

MLS® #RLS10052779

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

780

Sq. Ft.

1960

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 780 sq ft
Year Built 1960
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,151/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Midtown East
Floor 5

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: West facing
  • Climate Control: Wall Units
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5
Exposure West
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Second Avenue & Third Avenue
Year Built 1960
Living Area 780 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1325-0024-00251-000-000005B

Description

Large one bedroom with open city views, lots of light and country quiet in prime location -- all this and more in one of Midtown East's highly desirable, full service buildings with excellent amenities. The beautiful living space has Citicorp and Lipstick Building views along with lush greenery from its western exposure. Recently upgraded, the apartment is in excellent condition: for those who always need "just a little more closet space," step into the newly expanded California Closets; also enjoy skim-coated and freshly painted walls, new crown moldings, new electric wiring, new through-wall air conditioners, refinished hardwood floors, double-pane UV windows and new window treatments. The galley kitchen has stainless steel appliances and awaits its new cook. Call your mover now -- this apartment is 'toothbrush-ready.'In addition, you'll love this luxury building with its fitness center, central laundry, huge roof deck, on-site garage, live-in super and great staff. Pied-a-terre and co-purchasing allowed. Pets are welcome. Near great restaurants, transportation, shopping, a dog park and steps away from a public park with waterfall!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,151/mo
Original Price $619,000
Sale Price $570,000
Previous Price $570,000

Midtown East is a dynamic hub that serves as the gateway to Manhattan for many. Home to iconic landmarks like Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building, the neighborhood offers unparalleled convenience for commuters and professionals. The residential landscape is a mix of high-rise luxury towers and charming side-street cooperatives, providing a wide array of options for those who want to be at the center of the city's energy.

Midtown East Live Market Data

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Active Listings

221

Median Asking Price

$1.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,656

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

16

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

8

Median Sale Price

$1.25M

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251 E 51ST Street #5B, Midtown East, New York County • Near Second Avenue & Third Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10052779
First Listed: 3/7/2013
Price Changed: 4/6/2013
Closed: 9/3/2013
Contract Date: 3/6/2013

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Linda Block

Listing Contact: (917) 402-3210

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