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SOLD FOR $11,800,000

· Closed May 11, 2018

1049 5TH Avenue #19B
Closed For Sale Condo

$11,800,000

$4,214 per sq ft

1049 5TH Avenue #19B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10807968

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

3

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

2,800

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Living Area 2,800 sq ft
Lot Size 10,216 sq ft
Year Built 1928
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $4,629/mo
Property Taxes $62,700/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Parking: Private garage
  • Character: Pre-war building (1928)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 7
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Pets Yes
Year Built 1928
Living Area 2,800 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 10,216 sq ft
Parcel # 1497-1106

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 21, 2018 $12,500,000 -
Currently May 13, 2026 $11,800,000 -5.6%

Description

This Fifth Avenue condominium with dramatic Central Park, Reservoir and New York City skyline views is a sprawling and sun-filled home and has recently undergone a complete high-end renovation. The chic Entry Gallery, leads to the expansive corner Living Room which is surrounded with wrap-around, over-sized windows framing the spectacular view of Central Park and the Reservoir. The large living and entertaining areas open to a handsome Library with custom Poliform designed walls and cabinetry. A Home Office, Powder Room and hidden Laundry are conveniently nearby. The grand windowed Eat-In, Chef's Kitchen with the highest end appliances and custom Siematic built-ins delivers more spectacular views of the Park and showcases a Dining Terrace overlooking the Reservoir. A Gallery Corridor leads to three Bedrooms including an extraordinary corner Master Suite with a spa-like bathroom with a double sink vanity and glass enclosed Steam Shower. Additionally, the Master Suite includes multiple custom Poliform built-in closets. There are two private large Bedrooms each with en-suite Bathrooms, one of the Bedrooms has a large terrace while the other is an over-sized corner Bedroom. Throughout the apartment is an RTI smart home system that control's all TV's, shades, lights, sound system and HVAC. A storage unit completes this elegant, mint-condition, residence. 1049 Fifth Avenue is a boutique luxury Condominium located on the Upper East Side, across from Central Park and near the Metropolitan Museum. Built in 1928 as the Adams Hotel and extensively renovated, this pre-war building was converted to a modern residential condo in 1993 and re-designed by Costas Kondylis Architects.

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 66
Stories 22
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Common Charges $4,629/mo
RE Taxes $62,700/yr ($5,225/mo)
Original Price $12,500,000
Sale Price $11,800,000

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

341

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,498

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

26

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

44

Median Sale Price

$1.60M

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1049 5TH Avenue #19B, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1928
Year Built
98 years old
22
Floors
66
Residential Units
R10
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $26,678,256
Land Value: $5,062,500
Exemptions: $2,290

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

Lot Area: 10,216 SF
Building Area: 131,838 SF
Built FAR: 12.91
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 common charges are $4,629 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $62,700, or roughly $5,225 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 2,800 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1928, making it approximately 98 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $11,800,000 for 2,800 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $4,214. 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: RLS10807968
First Listed: 2/21/2018
Closed: 5/11/2018
Contract Date: 9/11/2017

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Nikki Field

Listing Contact: (212) 606-7669

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