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SOLD FOR $636,000

· Closed August 29, 2018

305 E 88th Street #5-E
Closed For Sale Co-op

$636,000

$978 per sq ft

305 E 88th Street #5-E

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10046261

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Anchor Associates

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

650

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 650 sq ft
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,180/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1926)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 6
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street Second Avenue/First Avenue
Year Built 1926
Living Area 650 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1551/5

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 17, 2018 $636,000 -
Price Reduced Aug 29, 2018 $639,000 +0.5%

Description

Gorgeous 1 Bed for Sale in Prime UES! Large Space/Total Reno/light/Elevator/Laundry!
Welcome home! Open the door to a warm, beautiful foyer, leading into a large, newly renovated living space! The charming living room offers great space and is bathed in natural light, making it super welcoming and fantastic for entertaining. Enjoy a brand new windowed kitchen with elegant granite countertops, stylish white cabinets, new modern fixtures, stainless steel appliances and a dishwasher. Need some more space? Enjoy your new king-sized bedroom, offering ample space and great natural light, coming through the 2 large windows. The new shiny bathroom provides modern fixtures, direct light and a new dazzling bathtub!
This marvelous apartment is located on the 5th floor of an elevator building, offering new hardwood floors throughout and sponsor level renovation. With it's high ceilings and substantial amount of light, this is a true treasure, which is hard to find in this incredible location! The building also offers a live-in super and porters, a bike room, on-site laundry room and a relaxing common outdoor space! Storage is also available at additional charge.
The building is located on a quiet tree-lined block, surrounded by cafes, bars, restaurants and shopping areas. Grazie**Cafe D'Alsace**Ristorante Morini**Shoga Sushi and Oyster Bar**Dorrian's Red Hand**Cafe Jax**Selena Rosa**Infirmary**Whole Foods Market**Victoria's Secret**Banana Republic. You'll have Rupert Park, City Bike and MTA Q Subway Line right across the corner, as well as the 4/5/6 Subway lines only two blocks away!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Building Garden

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,180/mo
Previous Price $639,000

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

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

29

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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Location

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305 E 88th Street #5-E, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Second Avenue/First Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1927
Year Built
99 years old
16
Floors
132
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Riverside-West End Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $14,310,900
Land Value: $2,817,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 15,711 SF
Building Area: 209,113 SF
Built FAR: 13.31
Allowed FAR: 10

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 $1,180 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 650 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1926, making it approximately 100 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 $636,000 for 650 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $978. 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: RLS10046261
First Listed: 5/17/2018
Price Changed: 8/29/2018
Closed: 8/29/2018
Contract Date: 5/17/2018

Listing Courtesy of Anchor Associates - Ben Willig

Listing Contact: (609) 709-9560

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