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SOLD FOR $715,000

· Closed November 10, 2021

781 5TH Avenue #811
Closed For Sale Co-op

$715,000

781 5TH Avenue #811

Upper East Side, Manhattan

Sherry Netherland

MLS® #RLS10750037

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $7,259/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 8 of 38

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 8 of 38
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Cross Street Corner Fifth & E59th Street
Year Built 1928
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1374-0001-00781-000-0000811

Description

Luxurious living in an iconic boutique residential hotel.

From the foyer, you step into a graciously sized south facing living room which receives generous amounts of sunlight through large double windows overlooking Grand Army Plaza. There is ample space for a designated dining area.

The bright, south facing bedroom has a large walk-in closet an en-suite marble bath with a double vanity and deep soaking bathtub. A full kitchen is located off the foyer. Lovely prewar details remain, such as high ceilings, crown molding, a decorative fireplace and detailed woodwork.

Built in 1927 the Sherry Netherland presents a unique opportunity to own a piece of New York history. Apartment 811 is part of the Hotels rental pool, allowing you to live in or rent out as you see fit. Maintenance includes all utilities and twice daily housekeeping with evening turndown service. Residents also enjoy a fitness center, beauty salon, barber shop, impeccable concierge services, valet parking, and receive discounted room service from Harry Cipriani.

Building Information

Building Sherry Netherland
Total Units 169
Stories 38
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $7,259/mo
Original Price $1,825,000
Sale Price $715,000
Previous Price $700,000

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

323

Median Asking Price

$1.45M

Median $/Sqft

$1,515

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

37

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

30

Median Sale Price

$1.48M

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781 5TH Avenue #811, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Corner Fifth & E59th Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10750037
First Listed: 12/7/2021
Price Changed: 12/8/2021
Closed: 11/10/2021
Contract Date: 9/29/2017

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Daniela Kunen

Listing Contact: (212) 891-7611

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