Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $262,000

Listed at $260,000 · Sold 0.8% above asking · Closed July 23, 2015

17 E 131st Street #2B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$260,000

17 E 131st Street #2B

East Harlem, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10079123

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Elliman

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1900

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1900
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $624/mo
Neighborhood East Harlem
Floor 2 of 4

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1900)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths null Full
Floor 2 of 4
Pets Yes
Cross Street 5th Ave & Madison Ave
Year Built 1900
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1756-0012-00017-000-000002B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 26, 2015 $260,000 -
Currently May 18, 2026 $260,000 -

Description

CONTRACTS SIGNED, NO LONGER SHOWING. - This unit is a Large, Bright, and Beautiful 2 bedroom, 1 bath HDFC Co-Op located on a quiet Central Harlem street. FINANCING ALLOWED!

The Fully Renovated and Warm Interior features Honey Colored Hardwood floors, Expansive Living-Dining area, Split Bedrooms, the second can also double as a Home Office, an Exceptional amount of Closet Space, Nine Large Windows, Open Windowed Kitchen, Four different Exposures with great Northern, Eastern and Southern Sunlight, and Video Intercom system. The property has a private gated and landscaped courtyard for your relaxation in milder weather. All this located close to transportation, shopping and restaurants.

Nearest Subways: The 2/3 trains at Lenox & 135th St; the 4/5/6 Trains at Lexington & 125th St.
Nearest Buses: The 5th Ave downtown & Madison Ave uptown lines are just around the corner.
The Metro North to Westchester can be reached at Park Avenue and 125th.

Shopping Districts are located on Lenox Avenue, Third Ave, and the famed 125th Street.

Pets 30 pounds or less.

HDFC intended use is primary residence. NO SUBLETTING.

HDFC Maximum Income restrictions at the time of purchase are as follows:

Family of 1 = $72,150
Family of 2 = $82,500
Family of 3 = $92,775
Family of 4 = $103,050
Family of 5 = $111,300

Family of 6 = $119,550
Family of 7 = $127,800
Family of 8 = $136,050

Call 917-771-0673 now for your exclusive showing; OPEN HOUSE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 8
Stories 4
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $624/mo
Sale Price $262,000

East Harlem, also known as El Barrio, is a neighborhood rich in culture, art, and history. Known for its colorful murals and the historic La Marqueta, the area features a growing number of new residential developments alongside historic buildings. The real estate market offers some of Manhattan's most accessible price points, featuring a mix of historic walk-up cooperatives, value-driven HDFC units, and a surge of new luxury condominium developments that offer modern amenities and easy access to the Upper East Side.

East Harlem Live Market Data

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Active Listings

69

Median Asking Price

$745K

Median $/Sqft

$825

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

3

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

1

Median Sale Price

$2.56M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/18/26, 7:52 PM EST

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Location

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17 E 131st Street #2B, East Harlem, New York County • Near 5th Ave & Madison Ave

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

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

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $44,280
Land Value: $9,900
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 3,000 SF
Building Area: 1,308 SF
Built FAR: 0.44
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 monthly maintenance are $624 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1900, making it approximately 126 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are not permitted at this property per the current listing information. Confirm with the listing broker directly.

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: RLS10079123
First Listed: 1/26/2015
Closed: 7/23/2015
Contract Date: 1/16/2015

Listing Courtesy of Elliman - Gabrielle Everett

Listing Contact: (212) 362-9600

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

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