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SOLD FOR $1,300,000

· Closed February 28, 2020

170 E 77TH Street #8B
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,300,000

$1,166 per sq ft

170 E 77TH Street #8B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

Diamond House

MLS® #RLS10594340

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,115

Sq. Ft.

1940

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,115 sq ft
Year Built 1940
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,320/mo
Property Taxes $17,196/yr
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 8 of 11

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1940)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 8 of 11
Pets Yes
Cross Street LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE
Year Built 1940
Living Area 1,115 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1411-1137

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 20, 2019 $1,435,000 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $1,300,000 -9.4%

Description

Gracious and spacious, two bedroom/ two bathroom deco home at the fabulous Diamond House Condominium!

This North facing home overlooking tree-lined 77th Street has a gracious floor plan which includes a raised dining area leading to a sunken living room. This apartment has split bedrooms, 2 updated tile bathrooms, a windowed kitchen, new deco casement windows, through wall air conditioning, hardwood floors and great closets.

The Diamond House is a full service condominium centrally located on East 77th Street, close to the subway, cross-town bus and the Upper East Side's finest dining and boutiques. Building amenities include a wonderful landscaped roof deck, a sky-lit gym with new equipment, bike room and private storage spaces available for sale.

Sponsor Sale - Buyer pays NYC and State transfer taxes of 1.825 percent of sale price. Offering plan file No CD-050469.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building Diamond House
Total Units 51
Stories 11
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,320/mo
RE Taxes $17,196/yr ($1,433/mo)
Original Price $1,435,000
Sale Price $1,300,000

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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170 E 77TH Street #8B, Upper East Side, New York County • Near LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R3-1
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $117,960
Land Value: $27,180
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 4,373 SF
Building Area: 2,460 SF
Built FAR: 0.56
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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 common charges are $1,320 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $17,196, or roughly $1,433 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,115 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1940, making it approximately 86 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,300,000 for 1,115 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,166. 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: RLS10594340
First Listed: 9/20/2019
Closed: 2/28/2020
Contract Date: 9/20/2019

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Lisa Lippman

Listing Contact: (212) 588-5606

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