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SOLD FOR $1,145,000

· Closed May 28, 2021

233 E 70th Street #2-U
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,145,000

$954 per sq ft

233 E 70th Street #2-U

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10615913

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,200

Sq. Ft.

1957

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,200 sq ft
Year Built 1957
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,596/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 17

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,West facing
  • Climate Control: Wall Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 2 of 17
Exposure East,North,West
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Third Avenue/Second Avenue
Year Built 1957
Living Area 1,200 sq ft
Block/Lot 1425/7501

Description

Open house by appointment only this Sunday, January 24th from 11am-12:30pm.

Contact me to schedule your appointment!

Move right into this triple mint 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom corner home that can easily be converted into a true 3 bedroom in the heart of the Upper East Side. Impeccably designed and recently gut renovated, Residence 2U is a feel-good home offering large scale rooms, designer fixtures and finishes, and a flexible layout for all of your growing needs.

A foyer with two large closets welcomes you into an expansive 32 foot long great room featuring beautiful hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and bright eastern exposures. The windowed kitchen was expanded and opened during the renovation to maximize space and functionality creating a spacious breakfast bar, perfect for entertaining and casual dining. The chef's kitchen is appointed with beautiful quartz countertops, gray subway tile backsplash, a suite of Bosch stainless steel appliances including a 5-burner stove, french-door refrigerator with double freezer drawers, and an abundance of custom white lacquer cabinets for all of your storage needs.

The primary bedroom is of gracious proportions, featuring a double door custom closet, ample room for your very own home office, CitiQuiet windows, and a beautifully renovated en-suite windowed bathroom boasting a walk in shower. This oversized corner bedroom with dual exposures can easily be converted into two separate bedrooms see alternate floor plan which illustrates this configuration.

Positioned on the opposite end of the home providing optimal privacy, the second bedroom also offers a spacious layout with dual exposures and an adjacent bathroom off of the hallway.

Other noteworthy features of this meticulous renovation include crown moldings, new plumbing, built-in storage under each window, and energy efficient through the wall AC units which can be turned on all year round.

233 East 70th Street is a full service co-op featuring a 24-hour doorman, newly renovated gym, central laundry, free bike room, and additional storage available for rent. Supremely positioned on a beautiful tree lined street between Second and Third Avenue, this unbeatable location offers prime access to some of the best shopping, dining, cultural, and green spaces including two neighborhood parks right on 70th St, and close proximity to Central Park and the East River Promenade. The 6 train, crosstown bus, and the Q train with an entrance on 69th and 72nd St are a stone's throw away.

Pied-a-terres, co-purchasing, guarantors, gifting, and parents buying with family members allowed. Up to 80% financing and subletting is permitted after two years of ownership and for three out of every five years (recurring). Pets are welcome!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Common Area

Building Information

Stories 17

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,596/mo
Sale Price $1,145,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, 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

335

Median Asking Price

$1.77M

Median $/Sqft

$1,525

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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233 E 70th Street #2-U, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Third Avenue/Second Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10615913
First Listed: 9/2/1998
Closed: 5/28/2021
Contract Date: 5/16/2019

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Elana Streim

Listing Contact: (516) 459-5313

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