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SOLD FOR $350,000

· Closed December 31, 2020

2159 1ST Avenue #5B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$350,000

2159 1ST Avenue #5B

East Harlem, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10605628

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1920

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1920
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $827/mo
Neighborhood East Harlem
Floor 5 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1920)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 6
Exposure East,North,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street 111th & 112th
Year Built 1920
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1683-0027-02159-000-000005B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 20, 2020 $350,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $350,000 -

Description

Property Video: https://youtu.be/rgo-iSMGLDQ Gem two bedroom home shimmering with renovated kitchen and bathroom in vibrant East Harlem. Perched on the 5th floor of a well-appointed elevator HDFC coop, unit 5B offers unobstructed Eastern park and river views, ceiling fans in the living and bedrooms, separate dining area, hardwood floors throughout, 3 closets, nearly 9' ceilings, and windows in every room. The gut-renovated windowed kitchen has been completely brought up to speed with quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances, tile back splash, and combination washer/dryer. The windowed bathroom has also been fully renovated. Embrace the outdoors through Thomas Jefferson Park conveniently located across the avenue providing immediate access to a seasonal pool, turf soccer field, running track, fitness center, baseball fields, strolling paths, and the Bobby Wagner (aka East River) Walkway. Traveling is easy via the 6 train on East 110th Street and Lexington Avenue, the M15 bus service at your door, and the Metro North train on 125th Street and Park Avenue. Local dining attractions include Mountain Bird French Bistro, the original Patsy's Pizzeria, Tastings Social's Gaudir, and critically acclaimed Rao's; if you can get a seat! Need more storage space? Manhattan Mini-Storage is one block South. Additionally, 2159 1st Ave is only a short trip to East River Plaza where you can shop Target, Costco, PetSmart, Burlington Coat Factory, Marshalls, and more. Live-in Super. Pets allowed. Income restrictions apply. Household of 1: $95,520, 2: $109,200, 3: $122,880, 4: $136,440

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $827/mo
Sale Price $350,000

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

71

Median Asking Price

$775K

Median $/Sqft

$831

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

2

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

3

Median Sale Price

$722K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/13/26, 9:34 PM EST

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Location

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2159 1ST Avenue #5B, East Harlem, New York County • Near 111th & 112th

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
6
Floors
30
Residential Units
R8A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,311,300
Land Value: $281,250
Exemptions: $888,510

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

Lot Area: 5,000 SF
Building Area: 22,068 SF
Built FAR: 4.41
Allowed FAR: 6.02

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 $827 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 1920, making it approximately 106 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10605628
First Listed: 2/20/2020
Closed: 12/31/2020
Contract Date: 2/20/2020

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Cameron Stewart

Listing Contact: (212) 381-3385

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