SOLD FOR $2,650,000
· Closed December 16, 2021
969 5th Avenue #4-B
MLS® #RLS10740486
Listing by Compass
2
Bedrooms
2
Baths
1,900
Sq. Ft.
1924
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: North,West facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Climate Control: Central Air
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Sep 8, 2021 | $2,650,000 | - |
| Currently | Jun 10, 2026 | $2,650,000 | - |
Description
A Stunning, Very Special, Move-In Winner This perfect, sun-flooded, gracious and welcoming full-floor home has 22' of direct Central Park frontage. The apartment has all external exposures of the most remarkable kind. The living room's huge picture-frame windows invite Central Park inside and provide an idyllic Fifth Avenue street scene to the north with the setback, limestone-clad Duke Mansion as an anchor. The view is exceptional. This is a luxurious place to live. A handsome manned elevator brings you directly into the apartment. Once inside, the level of detail is unmatched. The handworked, pine-paneled library glows both day and night and has a designer-quality contemporary ensuite bath. Striking and with clean lines, the open concept kitchen is an easy place to entertain and relax. The comfortable and sunny primary bedroom is generous in size, with an immaculate bath and architectural views north to the Duke Mansion. As a matter of convenience, the apartment has a separate laundry room with a washer and dryer just off the kitchen. 969 Fifth Avenue is located on 78th and Fifth Avenue across from the James B. Duke Mansion, steps from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, facing Central Park, and nearby the best shops and restaurants on Madison Avenue. There are 12 apartments, providing an intimate and luxurious lifestyle with a high level of staffing per apartment. 969 Fifth is one of the finest residential addresses in Manhattan and the Fourth Floor is the perfect turn-key, hit the ground running apartment. *According to a third party FloorPlanSource who states the approximate interior gross square footage as 1,900 square feet. Building: -Erected in 1924 -16 stories tall -12 apartments -24/hour doorman, handyman -Pet friendly -Gym in building -30% financing permitted -3% flip tax paid by purchaser Apartment: -5 room, 2 bed 2 bath -Central AC and Thru-wall -Private elevator landing -Woodburning fireplace -Laundry room (W/D in unit) -Approximately 1,900 sqft* -Sunny western exposures -Maint: $8,797, 420 Shares -Storage room conveys with apartment
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About Upper East Side
View All Upper East Side ListingsThe 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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337
Median Asking Price
$1.55M
Median $/Sqft
$1,458
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
17
Price Reduced
35%
Sold (30 Days)
57
Median Sale Price
$1.94M
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $8,797 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 1,900 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1924, making it approximately 102 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.
Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.
At the current list price of $2,650,000 for 1,900 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,395. 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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