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SOLD FOR $1,250,000

· Closed October 16, 2020

108 E 86th Street #2-S
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,250,000

108 E 86th Street #2-S

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10424590

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

2.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1924

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Year Built 1924
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,722/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full, 1 Half
Floor 2 of 15
Exposure North,South
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Park Avenue/Lexington Avenue
Year Built 1924
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1514/66

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 17, 1998 $1,250,000 -
Price Reduced Sep 6, 2018 $1,395,000 +11.6%

Description

A rare find - spacious 5 room apartment in a full service building just off Park Avenue! Step off the elevator from the gracious lobby onto a semi-private landing and into this large 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with separate dining room (or 3rd bedroom) perfectly situated in the heart of the Upper East Side. Many of the South-facing units in the building have been converted into 3 bedroom apartments. This home features high ceilings, generously scaled rooms, a windowed kitchen, 7 ample closets, hardwood floors, original pre-war mouldings, a working wood burning fireplace and in-unit washer/dryer (convertible to half bath).

108 East 86th Streetis an intimate building with only 28 residential apartments over 14 floors that was built in 1924 and converted to cooperative in 1980. Amenities include a full-time doorman, resident superintendent, newly constructed gym, laundry room, bike room and large individual storage bin for each shareholder. Pets and pied-a-terre are allowed and 75% financing is permitted. Ideally located near public transportation, Museum Mile, Central Park, several private nursery and ongoing schools, as well as varied restaurants, gourmet food purveyors and retail shops. Currently zoned for PS 6. 2% flip tax.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area New Windows Fireplace

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 15
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,722/mo
Sale Price $1,250,000
Previous Price $1,395,000

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

336

Median Asking Price

$1.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,560

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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108 E 86th Street #2-S, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Park Avenue/Lexington Avenue

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $2,722 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 1924, making it approximately 102 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: RLS10424590
First Listed: 1/17/1998
Price Changed: 9/6/2018
Closed: 10/16/2020
Contract Date: 6/27/2018

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Josh Doyle

Listing Contact: (917) 279-4969

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