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SOLD FOR $700,000

· Closed March 22, 2017

525 E 86TH Street #8G
Closed For Sale Co-op

$700,000

525 E 86TH Street #8G

Upper East Side, Manhattan

525 E 86

MLS® #RLS10099149

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1961

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1961
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,693.02/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 8 of 21

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Climate Control: Other
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 8 of 21
Exposure South
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Cross Street York Avenue & East End Avenue
Year Built 1961
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1583-0012-00525-000-000008G

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 4, 2016 $739,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $700,000 -5.3%

Description

Jr 4 already converted to 2-Bedroom! This spacious, quiet apartment is located in one of Manhattans most tranquil and charming neighborhoods. The gracious entry foyer opens to an expansive living room with a dining area and pass-through kitchen. The apartment has fantastic light with southern exposure, a king-sized master bedroom, and an abundance of closets, 5 closets in total, one of which is a walk-in closet. Situated in the elegant 525 East 86th Street Coop, this is a great opportunity to create your dream home. Bring your interior designer and upgrade this cheerful gem into its full potential. Half bathroom often added in this line (requires board approval). 525 East 86th Street is a full service luxury coop located on the Upper East Side, on a block that has no commercial traffic, with 24-hour doorman and live-in superintendent. Featuring a beautifully renovated lobby, a fitness center, central laundry, storage, bicycle storage and a garage with direct building entry. Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion, the East River esplanade & Asphalt Green Sports Center are around the corner. This building is financially sound, pet-friendly and situated in a school district recognized for excellence in the City of New York. The building requires 40% down; pied-a-terres are permitted. Fairway Supermarket, Whole Foods, and Elis Zabar are located nearby. In addition to the 4/5/6 trains on 86th and Lexington, the 86th Street crosstown bus is conveniently located around the corner and the new 2nd Avenue subway stop is scheduled to open in 2017!Virtually staged photos.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,693.02/mo
Original Price $739,000
Sale Price $700,000
Previous Price $739,000

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

337

Median Asking Price

$1.67M

Median $/Sqft

$1,503

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

21

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

1

Median Sale Price

$460K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/14/26, 5:37 PM EST

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Location

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525 E 86TH Street #8G, Upper East Side, New York County • Near York Avenue & East End Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1926
Year Built
100 years old
2
Floors
C4-2A
Zoning District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $3,300,300
Land Value: $407,250
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 18,100 SF
Building Area: 32,941 SF
Built FAR: 1.82
Allowed FAR: 3

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 $1,693.02 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 1961, making it approximately 65 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: RLS10099149
First Listed: 9/4/2016
Price Changed: 3/27/2017
Closed: 3/22/2017
Contract Date: 8/31/2016

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Shelly Osterweil Russell

Listing Contact: (917) 975-6071

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