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SOLD FOR $775,000

Listed at $789,000 · Sold 1.8% below asking · Closed August 22, 2018

1270 5th Avenue #8-M
Closed For Sale Co-op

$789,000

1270 5th Avenue #8-M

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10102170

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Rossi Living

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1959

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1959
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,241/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 8 of 14

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,South facing
  • Climate Control: Wall Units
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 8 of 14
Exposure East,South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street East 108th Street/East 109th Street
Year Built 1959
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1614/1

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 10, 2018 $789,000 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $789,000 -

Description

APARTMENT
Wonderful opportunity to own a bright, large and outstanding 2 bdr on 5th Avenue, South and East facing, across the street from Central Park at 108th St. This large and sunny apartment features renovated kitchen and bathroom, new windows, wall to wall carpeting and through wall a/c. Closet space is very abundant. The low maintenance includes gas and electricity. The outsized living room faces South, is extremely bright and allows partial Central Park views. The master bedroom has customized built in closets. The corner second bedroom faces East and South. The windowed renovated kitchen has new durable counter-tops, GE Profile gas range and dishwasher, Samsung fridge, track lights. The renovated bathroom has mosaic tiles and customized closet space. The apartment comes with a designated storage area. Verizon Fios and Spectrum are both available. Financing is allowed up to 80%, pied-à-terres are allowed. The building allows gifting and sublets after 2 years for a renewable one year term at a time. Pet friendly of course!

BUILDING
Built in 1959, 1270 Fifth Avenue sits at the top of Museum Mile at 108 Street, directly across the street from the Central Park Harlem Meer, a short distance from the Conservatory Garden, just a few blocks away from the best museums and hospitals in the world. The area offers many activities such as ice skating and swimming at the Lasker Rink. There are also two nearby playgrounds. This pet friendly building employs full time guards, a live in super and porters, features a garage and a bike room (both with waiting lists), laundry room, community room, storage room and a garden. Very convenient to transportation: local and ltd bus on 5th Avenue (M1, M2, M3, M4), 2/3 express trains and 6 train just a few blocks away.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area New Windows

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,241/mo
Sale Price $775,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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Location

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1270 5th Avenue #8-M, Upper East Side, New York County • Near East 108th Street/East 109th Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1959
Year Built
67 years old
14
Floors
201
Residential Units
R9
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $20,569,050
Land Value: $900,000
Exemptions: $408,139

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

Lot Area: 27,248 SF
Building Area: 212,000 SF
Built FAR: 7.78
Allowed FAR: 7.52

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 $1,241 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 1959, making it approximately 67 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: RLS10102170
First Listed: 4/10/2018
Closed: 8/22/2018
Contract Date: 4/10/2018

Listing Courtesy of Rossi Living - Raffaella Rinversi

Listing Contact: (917) 596-7204

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