Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $1,018,980

Listed at $1,025,000 · Sold 0.6% below asking · Closed January 30, 2019

250 E 87th Street #3-A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,025,000

$1,051 per sq ft

250 E 87th Street #3-A

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10503079

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Maxwell Jacobs, Inc.

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

975

Sq. Ft.

1971

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 975 sq ft
Year Built 1971
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,465.77/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 3 of 30

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,South facing
  • Climate Control: Wall Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 3 of 30
View City
Exposure East,South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Third Avenue/Second Avenue
Year Built 1971
Living Area 975 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1532/22

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 10, 2018 $1,025,000 -
Currently Apr 29, 2026 $1,025,000 -

Description

Closed 01/30/2019
Offer Accepted 11/16/2018
Low Maintenance Luxury will beckon you to The Newbury and this ever popular 2 bedroom A-Line with:

. Sunny East Facing Exposure in both Living Room and Master Bedroom
. South Facing Exposure in Den (or Nursery) and Kitchen.
. Double Closet upon Entry, Double Closet in the Master Bedroom and Walk-In Closet across from
the Bathroom.
. 9 Double Pane Windows
. Thru-the-wall HVACs in all rooms (including the Kitchen) ...

This A-Line (mirror image of the H-Line) is quite special enough but with $320 Shareholder Parking and a Penthouse Floor with Outdoor Pools, Solarium and Gym, this financially fit Co-op (with no underlying mortgage) is truly a rare find.

COOP AMENITIES: A landscaped Rooftop fully appointed with Adult Pool, Kiddie Pool and Outdoor Shower, Sundeck, Solarium Lounge/Party Room with Kitchen and Gym with Wi-Fi; Circular Driveway, Garden (re-design is underway), Bike Room, Large Inexpensive Laundry Room, Luggage Room and Deeply Discounted Garage with direct access from building. (Note: Lobby is presently undergoing a facelift; Gym expansion is planned - no assessments).

THE NEWBURY, a luxury Upper East Side Coop known for its Superb Financial Fitness, genuinely Low Maintenance and the unique lifestyle it affords is impeccably maintained by an attentive staff of 22 that includes Resident Manager, Full-time Doormen, Concierge, Handymen and Porters. THE ULTIMATE IN CONVENIENCE and just steps from the Second Avenue Q-Line Subway, Cross-Town Bus, Limited Bus and Lexington Ave Subway, it is centrally located between Central Park and
Carl Schurz Park, near multiple movie theaters, countless restaurants and shopping options including: Whole Foods, Fairway Market, Maison Kayser, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, BareBurger, Eli's, Shake Shack, Two Little Red Hens Bakery, Tal Bagel, Le Pain Quotidien, Green Kitchen (arriving soon), Blue Mercury, Sephora, Ulta Beauty, Equinox Fitness, Pure Yoga, Soul Cycle, Barnes & Noble, Best Buy, CVS and much more.

Showing Daily by Appointment Only. Pied-a-Terres permitted. Pet Friendly.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,465.77/mo
Sale Price $1,018,980

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

350

Median Asking Price

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,547

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

25

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/29/26, 1:52 AM EST

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Location

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250 E 87th Street #3-A, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Third Avenue/Second Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1970
Year Built
56 years old
30
Floors
258
Residential Units
C2-8A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $49,129,650
Land Value: $4,277,700
Exemptions: $225,546

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

Lot Area: 25,177 SF
Building Area: 363,389 SF
Built FAR: 14.43
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 $1,465.77 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 975 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1971, making it approximately 55 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.

At the current list price of $1,025,000 for 975 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,051. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10503079
First Listed: 10/10/2018
Closed: 1/30/2019
Contract Date: 10/10/2018

Listing Courtesy of Maxwell Jacobs, Inc. - Robin Lee Portnoy

Listing Contact: (917) 865-9429

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