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SOLD FOR $2,940,000

· Closed January 27, 2022

1049 5TH Avenue #8B
Closed For Sale Condo

$2,940,000

$1,607 per sq ft

1049 5TH Avenue #8B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10870433

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Modlin Group LLC

2

Bedrooms

3

Baths

1,830

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3
Living Area 1,830 sq ft
Lot Size 10,216 sq ft
Year Built 1928
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $3,419/mo
Property Taxes $28,008/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 8 of 22

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 8
Baths 3 Full
Floor 8 of 22
Exposure East,North,South
Pets Yes
Year Built 1928
Living Area 1,830 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 10,216 sq ft
Parcel # 1497-1081

Description

Two bed, three bath unit in a rare, luxury pre-war condominium building with full time doorman and concierge, is awaiting your personal touch. Apartment features include coffered ceilings, Chicago windows with hand-operated panels, solid core raised panel doors, crown moldings and hand-laid rosewood herringbone patterned floors. Separate living and dining rooms have pocket doors and coffered ceilings. The principle bedroom boasts 2 ample sized closets and a gorgeous en-suite marble bathroom with cherry wood raised panel cabinetry, a double sink vanity and a deep soaking tub. Second bedroom also features a full en-suite bath and Chicago windows. The windowed kitchen has granite counters and floors, Subzero refrigerator, a wine cooler and full size washer/dryer. Building has no more than 3 units per floor, with substantial soundproofing between floors and apartments. The building has cold storage and a new HVAC system. Central Park at your doorstep; in the heart of museum mile. World class dining and upscale shopping within walking distance. In addition, the exclusive bespoke services E Equinox club and spa are a block away. Gourmet grocery stores nearby and several garages on the block. 2% flip tax paid by buyer.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room

Building Information

Total Units 66
Stories 22
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Common Charges $3,419/mo
RE Taxes $28,008/yr ($2,334/mo)
Original Price $2,950,000
Sale Price $2,940,000
Previous Price $2,950,000

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

325

Median Asking Price

$1.38M

Median $/Sqft

$1,513

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

37

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

31

Median Sale Price

$1.46M

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1049 5TH Avenue #8B, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10870433
First Listed: 11/17/2021
Price Changed: 1/27/2022
Closed: 1/27/2022
Contract Date: 11/17/2021

Listing Courtesy of Modlin Group LLC - Carl Gambino

Listing Contact: (646) 465-1766

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