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SOLD FOR $3,200,000

· Closed December 2, 2020

875 5TH Avenue #16C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$3,200,000

875 5TH Avenue #16C

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10911126

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Bank Neary Inc

2

Bedrooms

2.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1940

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half
Year Built 1940
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $5,016/mo
Neighborhood Lenox Hill
Floor 16 of 19

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,West facing
  • Climate Control: Other
  • Character: Pre-war building (1940)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full, 1 Half
Floor 16 of 19
Exposure North,West
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1940
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1383-0069-00875-000-000016C
Block/Lot 01383/0069

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 17, 2020 $4,895,000 -
Price Reduced Jul 31, 2025 $3,795,000 -22.5%
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $3,200,000 -15.7%

Description

.Architecturally designed, unique 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, apartment in move in condition. The oversized foyer leads to the loft like living/dinning room with wrap around views of Central Park. Updated white marble kitchen with top of the line appliances. Ensuite bathrooms plus an exquisite powder room. Ample closet space and built-in sound, internet and phone systems.

Premier location on Fifth Avenue. Built in 1940 and designed by renowned architect Emery Roth, this distinguished full-service co-op has full time doorman service, attended elevators, a video security system, laundry room (W/D allowed in unit), storage units, fully equipped gym, a bike room, and a new community room. The elegant lobby was recently renovated, with polished granite fluting. 4% flip tax paid by buyer. Pied-a-terres considered on a case by case basis, and 50% financing. Sorry, no pets.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Under60 Sqft

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Stories 19
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $5,016/mo
Original Price $4,895,000
Sale Price $3,200,000
Previous Price $3,795,000

Lenox Hill occupies a residential section of the Upper East Side, defined by proximity to Central Park, major medical institutions (Memorial Sloan Kettering, Weill Cornell, Lenox Hill Hospital), and the Madison Avenue retail corridor. Housing stock ranges from large pre-war cooperatives to modern condominiums with East River and skyline views.

Lenox Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

607

Median Asking Price

$1.25M

Median $/Sqft

$1,326

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

34%

Sold (30 Days)

62

Median Sale Price

$1.26M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/28/26, 5:29 AM EST

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875 5TH Avenue #16C, Lenox Hill, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1940
Year Built
86 years old
19
Floors
121
Residential Units
R10
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Upper East Side Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $29,633,400
Land Value: $7,020,000
Exemptions: $97,190

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

Lot Area: 16,250 SF
Building Area: 224,000 SF
Built FAR: 13.78
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 monthly maintenance are $5,016 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1940, making it approximately 86 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 permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

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: RLS10911126
First Listed: 2/5/2021
On Market: 1/17/2020
Price Changed: 7/31/2025
Closed: 12/2/2020
Contract Date: 9/10/2019

Listing Courtesy of Bank Neary Inc - Abraham Hochzeit

Listing Contact: (212) 633-2727

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