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SOLD FOR $815,000

Listed at $829,000 · Sold 1.7% below asking · Closed March 11, 2020

176 E 71ST Street #4C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$829,000

$628 per sq ft

176 E 71ST Street #4C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

TOWNSEND HOUSE

MLS® #RLS10597747

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Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1.5

Baths

1,320

Sq. Ft.

1961

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Living Area 1,320 sq ft
Year Built 1961
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,147/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 4 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 4 of 20
Exposure East,North
Pets Yes
Cross Street Lexington Avenue & Third Avenue
Year Built 1961
Living Area 1,320 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1405-0040-00176-000-000004C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 19, 2018 $949,995 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $829,000 -12.7%

Description

This expansive and charming one bedroom apartment, with one full bath plus a generous powder room, is on the corner of 71st Street and Third Avenue. With approximately 1,320 square feet, this north facing apartment has great light and tree top views. The extra-large windows are new and double paned, offering a quiet environment. The separate windowed kitchen has plenty of workspace for ambitious cooks and does include a full size dishwasher. Adjacent to the kitchen is an inviting alcove dining area with a bay window. A flexible floor plan allows for separate living and entertaining areas, as well as desk and "library" space. There is excellent closet space here, including a large walk-in closet in the king sized master bedroom. The Townsend is a full service building with laundry, gym, bike storage and a separate storage locker that transfers with the sale of the apartment.NB: There is a monthly surcharge of $613.37 in place until the buildings remaining commercial space has a new tenant; and a capital assessment of $106.96 until fall of 2020 for new windows already installed. Owner has agreed to cover both through Dec 2019. All appliances are electric.All measurements are approximate.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Building TOWNSEND HOUSE
Total Units 94
Stories 20

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,147/mo
Original Price $949,995
Sale Price $815,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.55M

Median $/Sqft

$1,534

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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176 E 71ST Street #4C, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Lexington Avenue & Third Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

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

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $78,900
Land Value: $13,200
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 1,583 SF
Building Area: 2,134 SF
Built FAR: 1.35
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 $2,147 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 1,320 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1961, making it approximately 65 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

At the current list price of $829,000 for 1,320 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $628. 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: RLS10597747
First Listed: 10/19/2018
Closed: 3/11/2020
Contract Date: 10/19/2018

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Susan Lamia

Listing Contact: (917) 575-3516

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