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· Closed April 18, 2024

12 E 97th Street #2J
Closed For Sale Co-op

$525,000

$1,050 per sq ft

12 E 97th Street #2J

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10973349

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

500

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 500 sq ft
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,012/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 11

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Fireplace: 1 fireplace
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 11
Exposure South
Cooling Other
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1926
Living Area 500 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1602-0060-00012-000-000002J
Block/Lot 01602/0060

Description

Have you been dreaming of living half a block from Central Park? Enter #2J – a unique, smartly-designed converted 1 bedroom home in the heart of Carnegie Hill – your quiet, city oasis! Enter this south-facing home and find a perfect mix of Pre-war charm with modern, renovated finishes. Restaurant-grade appliances and an EcoSmart ventless fireplace alongside original accents make this converted and gut-renovated 1 bedroom apartment a truly special home. The living space features custom shelving, elegant lighting and a custom walk-in closet and dressing room. The foyer also boasts a spacious coat closet, covering all of your storage bases. It was designed to allow for a home office, separate sleeping area, and room to relax! There are so many individual features of this unit, it’s hard to pick a favorite. Built-in bookcases in the living room, Mahogany pocket doors throughout, a super-sleek shower, built in entertainment center with 4K TV included – no detail was overlooked. The high-end chef’s kitchen features stainless steel appliances with a full size stove, dishwasher and a pass through window, and the home is equipped with an HVAC unit. #2J is all about efficiency and elegance! This wonderful, full service Co-Op has a 24 hour doorman staff, live-in super, laundry, bike room, charming lobby and STORAGE. Plus, it is pet friendly! Please Note: There is a monthly capital assessment of $98.43 through Dec. 2026 to plan for future repair projects Call, text or email for appt – showing via Open House Sunday 11/12 12:30-2pm.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Built In Features Entrance Foyer Soaking Tub Walk In Closets Common On Floor Common Area Flooring: Hardwood Fireplace (1)

Appliances

Dishwasher Gas Cooktop Range Hood Stainless Steel Appliances

Building Information

Total Units 113
Stories 11
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,012/mo
Original Price $585,000
Sale Price $525,000
Previous Price $575,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, 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

322

Median Asking Price

$1.30M

Median $/Sqft

$1,472

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

23%

Sold (30 Days)

38

Median Sale Price

$1.40M

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12 E 97th Street #2J, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10973349
First Listed: 11/9/2023
On Market: 11/9/2023
Price Changed: 1/5/2024
Closed: 4/18/2024
Contract Date: 10/31/2023

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Rachel Policar

Listing Contact: (609) 335-5175

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