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SOLD FOR $1,150,000

· Closed March 5, 2020

4 E 70th Street #2-B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,150,000

4 E 70th Street #2-B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10022062

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1938

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Year Built 1938
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,951/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 2 of 13
Exposure North
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street Fifth Avenue/Madison Avenue
Year Built 1938
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1384/65

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 25, 2019 $1,150,000 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $1,150,000 -

Description

Just off Fifth Avenue, enjoy picturesque views of the Frick Museum and its enchanting garden and pond from all five windows of this beautifully renovated apartment. Mint condition, one bedroom, 1 & 1/2 baths, with high-end designer finishes. Double doors in the entry foyer open onto the bright living room. Pre-war details include gorgeous herringbone hardwood floors, crown molding, and high, beamed ceilings. Custom, built-in bookcases conceal a hidden second walk-in closet, perfect for valuables. The eat-in kitchen features honed Calacatta Gold marble countertops with banquette seating, a Bosch dishwasher, and a Gaggenau stovetop. The spacious, windowed marble bathroom includes a bidet. This impeccable home has central air and comes with a private storage unit. 4 East 70th is a boutique, art deco, pre-war cooperative just off Fifth Avenue, next to Central Park and the Frick Museum. White-glove full service with doorman-controlled elevator access to each floor and a resident manager. This is a premier neighborhood in the center of New York's world-class designer shopping, art galleries, and fine dining on Madison Avenue. Pied-a-terre owners are allowed, and a small dog or a cat with board approval.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Stories 13
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,951/mo
Sale Price $1,150,000

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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Location

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4 E 70th Street #2-B, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Fifth Avenue/Madison Avenue

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1897
Year Built
129 years old
2
Floors
R10A
Zoning District
Historic District: Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District NYC Landmark

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $7,206,750
Land Value: $3,955,500
Exemptions: $7,206,750

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

Lot Area: 10,845 SF
Building Area: 19,485 SF
Built FAR: 1.8
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 $1,951 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.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1938, making it approximately 88 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.

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: RLS10022062
First Listed: 2/25/2019
Closed: 3/5/2020
Contract Date: 2/20/2019

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Jannette Patterson

Listing Contact: (917) 828-5496

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