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SOLD FOR $605,000

Listed at $630,000 · Sold 4.0% below asking · Closed February 8, 2019

517 E 87TH Street #3E
Closed For Sale Co-op

$630,000

$840 per sq ft

517 E 87TH Street #3E

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10416822

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

750

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 750 sq ft
Year Built 1925
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,443.44/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 3 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 3 of 5
View City
Exposure North,South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street York Avenue & East End Avenue
Year Built 1925
Living Area 750 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1584-0012-00517-000-000003E

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 20, 2018 $650,000 -
Currently Apr 29, 2026 $630,000 -3.1%

Description

Experience the essence of prewar living in this spacious one bedroom, plus windowed home office, at 517 East 87th Street - 3E, located on a beautiful tree-lined street on the Upper East Side. This floor-through home, only two floors up, features high ceilings of nearly nine and a half feet, exposed brick and beautiful hardwood floors throughout the space. 3E includes a kitchen with two windows and a windowed bathroom. The living and dining room are generously proportioned and the master bedroom, with Southern light, maintains lovely treetop views. The windowed office/den area is a great bonus!517 East 87th Street is a well maintained boutique cooperative. Gifting, co-purchasing, guarantors and pied-a-terres are considered on a case-by-case basis. The building is located in close proximity to the Second Subway line, in addition the 4, 5, 6 trains on Lexington Avenue are nearby. The Carl Schurz Park and Gracie Mansion are only a block away. 517 East 87th Street is conveniently located near grocery shops and tons of restaurant. Come see this beautiful prewar home for yourself!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Eat In Kitchen Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 9
Stories 5
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,443.44/mo
Original Price $650,000
Sale Price $605,000
Previous Price $650,000

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

350

Median Asking Price

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,547

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

25

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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Location

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517 E 87TH Street #3E, Upper East Side, New York County • Near York Avenue & East End Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
5
Floors
9
Residential Units
R8B
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $2,001,150
Land Value: $327,600
Exemptions: $2,290

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

Lot Area: 2,492 SF
Building Area: 9,613 SF
Built FAR: 3.86
Allowed FAR: 4

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 $1,443.44 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 750 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1925, making it approximately 101 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 $630,000 for 750 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $840. 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: RLS10416822
First Listed: 7/20/2018
Price Changed: 8/22/2018
Closed: 2/8/2019
Contract Date: 7/20/2018

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Luisa Sichero

Listing Contact: (917) 685-9076

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