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SOLD FOR $1,935,000

· Closed May 1, 2020

250 E 87th Street #6-HJ
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,935,000

$1,191 per sq ft

250 E 87th Street #6-HJ

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10605155

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Maxwell Jacobs, Inc.

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,625

Sq. Ft.

1971

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,625 sq ft
Year Built 1971
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,533.97/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 6 of 30

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 6 of 30
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Exposure North
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Third Avenue/Second Avenue
Year Built 1971
Living Area 1,625 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1532/22

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 29, 2019 $1,935,000 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $1,935,000 -

Description

Closed: May 1, 2020; Board Approved: Oct 11, 2019; In Contract: 7/25/2019; Offer Accepted: 7/11/2019

This HUGE MINT 2-BED 2-BATH of approximately 1625 sq ft w/ BALCONY is an HJ combo with an Incredibly Flexible Floor Plan that is like no other in size, form, finish or function. From its OVERSIZED LIVING ROOM w/ Gallery Lighting to its SPLIT BEDROOM SUITES for Privacy, its COPIOUS Compendium of Covetable CUSTOM CLOSETS and its BUILT-INS throughout, this Move-In Ready / One-of-a-Kind / Gracious Home awaits you at The Newbury where you will enjoy a LOW Maintenance Luxury Lifestyle that is unparalleled on the UES or elsewhere. (Please see existing and alternative floor plans). Showing Daily; Broker Previews welcome...

This meticulously conceived and masterfully crafted home will welcome you with a dramatic Entry Gallery adorned with Cove Lighting and an Enormous Walk-In Closet. Beechwood Plank Floors, High-End Custom Millwork, Gallery Lighting and Double Pane Sliding Windows and Pocket Doors throughout are representative of this home's very fine features...

. WINDOWED KITCHEN with CUSTOM MAPLE CABINETRY, SUB-ZERO and FISHER PAYKEL Double Draw Dishwasher flows into a dedicated DOUBLE-WINDOWED DINING ALCOVE (with HVAC and Built-Ins) providing for a simple kitchen expansion with island or conversion to a 3rd BEDROOM / OFFICE (see alternative floor plan)

. MULTIFUNCTIONAL BONUS SPACE off Living Room and Kitchen which presently serves as Office / Library can simply convert to an ideally situated Alternative DINING SPACE (see alternative floor plan)

. BEDROOM SUITE FOR KIDS OR GUESTS (on South wing) will suit either a King (or set of Twins) with 3 Custom Closets, Built-Ins w/ Desk, an EN-SUITE TV ROOM / PLAYROOM (can alternatively serve as Nanny Room or Huge Walk-In Closet), an ENORMOUS SPA BATHROOM with OVERSIZED CURB-LESS SHOWER to satisfy 2 Humans + even 1 Dog simultaneously plus a JACUZZI to soothe both body & soul after a hard day of work or play.

. MASTER SUITE (on North wing) easily accommodates a King, provides two custom-fitted Walk-In Closets of equal size and full bathroom with SHOWER that can also be accessed from entrance Gallery by guests.

. THIRD BATHROOM POTENTIAL exists in huge Entry Closet.

COOP AMENITIES include: A Rooftop fully appointed with Adult Pool, Kiddie Pool Outdoor Shower, Sundeck, Solarium Lounge/Party Room with Catering 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 for Shareholders ($320) with direct access from building.

THE NEWBURY, an amenity rich Upper East Side Coop with 209 apartments recognized for its remarkable Financial Fitness, is the needle in your haystack. No Underlying Mortgage, No Assessments and genuinely Low Maintenance. It is impeccably maintained by an attentive staff of 22 led by Resident Manager with 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, the new Green Kitchen, Blue Mercury, Sephora, Ulta Beauty, Equinox Fitness, Pure Yoga, Soul Cycle, Barnes & Noble, Best Buy, CVS--and LEVAIN BAKERY, arriving soon!

Pied-a-Terres permitted. Pet Friendly.
Financing Max: 67%
Showing Days & Eves by Appointment.
Please Note: Weekend "OH" Showings are by APPOINTMENT ONLY
Broker Previews are welcome any time.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area Wheelchair Access

Exterior Features

Balcony Building Roof Deck Balcony

Building Information

Stories 30

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,533.97/mo
Sale Price $1,935,000

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

$1.55M

Median $/Sqft

$1,534

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/22/26, 10:30 PM EST

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250 E 87th Street #6-HJ, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Third Avenue/Second Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
Floor Plan

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 $2,533.97 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,625 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 $1,935,000 for 1,625 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,191. 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: RLS10605155
First Listed: 5/29/2019
Closed: 5/1/2020
Contract Date: 5/2/2019

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

Listing Contact: (917) 865-9429

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