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SOLD FOR $1,255,000

Listed at $1,175,000 · Sold 6.8% above asking · Closed September 17, 2013

300 E 85th Street #1702
Closed For Sale Condop

$1,175,000

$1,175 per sq ft

300 E 85th Street #1702

Upper East Side, Manhattan

THE AMERICA

MLS® #RLS10091513

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,000

Sq. Ft.

1987

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,000 sq ft
Year Built 1987
Ownership Condop
HOA/Common Charges $2,321/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 17 of 40

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Condop
Ownership Condop
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 17 of 40
Exposure South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street Second Avenue & First Avenue
Year Built 1987
Living Area 1,000 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1547-0049-00300-000-0001702

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 29, 2013 $1,175,000 -
Price Reduced Sep 20, 2013 $1,255,000 +6.8%

Description

**NO BOARD APPROVAL**CONDO RULES**New To Market, Corner two bedroom at the America featuring walls of windows with Spectacular unobstructed Southern and Western open city views from the 17th floor. Apartment features: windowed pass thru kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, new hardwood floors, two full marble baths, balcony, washer/dryer hook-ups, W/D allowed in apartment, large walk-in closet in master bedroom. The America is one of the Upper East Sides Premier, Luxury, Full-service Buildings. The Building Features A Newly Renovated, Fully Equipped Health Club And Pool, Party Room, Full-time Doorman/concierge, Garage, Bike Storage, Pets Ok. Prime Upper East Side Location Near Shopping, Restaurants, And Transportation. Investors and pied-a-Terre welcome. NO subletting restrictions, NO mortgage recording tax, No flip taxes. Maintenance is 67% Tax Deductible. Steps to new Fairway supermarket, Equinox Fitness and the new Whole Foods coming soon.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Balcony Balcony

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $2,321/mo
Sale Price $1,255,000
Previous Price $1,255,000

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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.64M

Median $/Sqft

$1,498

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

N/A

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300 E 85th Street #1702, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Second Avenue & First Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1926
Year Built
100 years old
15
Floors
62
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Riverside-West End Historic District Extension I

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $10,808,100
Land Value: $1,602,000
Exemptions: $75,127

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

Lot Area: 10,200 SF
Building Area: 123,411 SF
Built FAR: 12.1
Allowed FAR: 10

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 $2,321 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,000 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1987, making it approximately 39 years old.

This listing is a condop, a hybrid structure where the building is legally a co-op but individual units are sold with greater flexibility, often including subletting rights similar to condos.

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

At the current list price of $1,175,000 for 1,000 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,175. 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: RLS10091513
First Listed: 5/29/2013
Price Changed: 9/20/2013
Closed: 9/17/2013
Contract Date: 9/19/2013

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Paul Anand

Listing Contact: (212) 906-9346

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