Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $505,000

Listed at $515,000 · Sold 1.9% below asking · Closed August 2, 2021

Closed For Sale Co-op

$515,000

521 E 88th Street #4-A

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10707596

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Listing by R New York

1

Bedroom

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1920

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1920
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,333.47/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 4 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 4 of 5
Exposure South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets CatsOk
Cross Street York Avenue/East End Avenue
Year Built 1920
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1585/13

Description

Welcome Home! This spacious and sun-drenched 1BD/2BA duplex in an intimate UES walk-up co-op building will feel like home the minute you pass through the front door. Artfully balanced and generously composed for modern living, this home showcases a generous floor plan with high ceilings, hardwood flooring and ample natural light throughout.

This two-story unit reveals a formal entry, where the open concept living and dining room allows for you to effortlessly flow between enjoying a meal at the table and lounging with friends by the grand statement-making fireplace. Commanding 9' ceilings give the living room a regal feeling and light floods through the large windows, amplified by the mirrored feature wall that enhances a wonderful feeling of space. Around the corner, the galley-style kitchen is ready for culinary action in an efficient layout with windows for additional light exposure. A full bath and closet space under the stairwell completes this entry level home to perfection. From the living room, a proper staircase heads up to the oversized bedroom with large windows where an abundance of closet space reigns supreme and a full bath adds to the convenience and privacy of the layout.

Tucked away on a lovely tree-lined street in a quiet residential Upper East Side Manhattan neighborhood, this prewar cooperative building offers a 24-hr on call superintendent and lower level laundry. It's location is a walker's paradise and is also close to numerous modes of transportation including the (M86) cross town bus and the 4,5 & 6 train at 86th and Lexington and the Q train at 86th and 2nd Avenue. Prominently positioned near the East River for biking, running or strolling, you'll find you are close to Carl Schurz Park and Promenade, Gracie Mansion, great shops including Fairway and Whole Foods as well as plenty of dining options. With pied--terre benefits, this one won't last long! Inquire today!!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area Fireplace

Building Information

Stories 5
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,333.47/mo
Sale Price $505,000

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

328

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,532

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

31%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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521 E 88th Street #4-A, Upper East Side, New York County • Near York Avenue/East End Avenue

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MLS® ID: RLS10707596
First Listed: 3/30/2021
Price Changed: 3/30/2021
Closed: 8/2/2021
Contract Date: 3/29/2021

Listing Courtesy of R New York - Andrew Bledsoe

Listing Contact: (407) 702-4545

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