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870 United Nations Plaza #28A
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Pending For Sale Co-op

$2,500,000

870 United Nations Plaza #28A

Beekman, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20045774

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sothebys International Realty

3

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1966

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Lot Size 88,357 sq ft
Year Built 1966
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $7,541/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Beekman
Floor 28 of 38

Property Highlights

  • Views: City, Water
  • Exposure: South,West facing
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Floor 28 of 38
View City, Water
Exposure South,West
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Year Built 1966
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Flooring Hardwood
Lot Size 88,357 sq ft
Block/Lot 01360/7501

Description

Sophisticated Residence with Iconic East River & Skyline Views at 870 United Nations Plaza Experience timeless elegance and dramatic scale in this High-Floor Corner Residence at the legendary 870 United Nations Plaza. This sprawling 7-Room, 3 Bedroom, 3.5-Bathroom Cooperative Home showcases sweeping walls of glass and one of Manhattan’s most commanding vantage points, with direct panoramas of the East River, United Nations Gardens, and the Manhattan skyline. Grandly Scaled Interiors: The home opens through a gracious Gallery that leads to a sun-flooded Living and Dining Room, stretching nearly 45’ along the river with cinematic skyline views. Architectural arched thresholds, mirrored panels, and refined design details lend the interiors a sense of modern sophistication. With high ceilings and nearly 80’ of uninterrupted south-facing windows, natural light and vistas exude from every Room. Flexible Layout & Flow: A beautifully proportioned Library with custom built-ins opens directly off the Entertaining Space and may serve as a Fourth Bedroom. The expansive, Windowed Eat-In Kitchen offers abundant storage, pantry space, and an adjacent service/Mudroom with a Clothing Washer/Dryer. Private Bedroom Wing: The East Wing is designed for privacy and comfort, with three large Bedrooms. The Primary Suite spans 18' by 13', framed by River Views and mirrored closets, and includes an En-Suite Marble Bathroom. The Secondary Bedrooms are equally generous, with excellent storage and natural light. Lifestyle & Building Amenities: 860 United Nations Plaza was designed by master architects Harrison & Abramovitz and is one of the world’s most iconic residences. This architecturally prestigious luxury Cooperative has the longest private Driveway in the city which leads to a grand triple-height Lobby. 53 staff members provide residents with 24 hr service and security. Superb amenities are on-site Management Office, new Fitness Center, Pilates Studio, Private Residents Club 39 – a Lounge with Kitchen and entertainment rooms, 2 Conference Rooms, Golf Simulator, Billiards Room, in-house Dry Cleaning Service, Rooftop Sun Decks and Garage. Pets are welcome. Apartments may be purchased in a Qualified Personal Residential Trust. Foreign buyers welcome with USA based assets. 75% Financing Permitted. Maintenance: $5,789.02/m. Utilities: $1,594.60/m (includes electric, gas, water, basic cable & internet). Window Washing: $65.69/m. 3% Flip Tax paid by buyer.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common On Floor Common Area Laundry Room In Unit Flooring: Hardwood

Building Amenities

Elevators

Building Information

Total Units 169
Stories 38
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $7,541/mo

Beekman occupies a quiet pocket on Manhattan's East Side, centered on the two-block Beekman Place between 49th and 51st Streets with direct views of the East River. The housing stock features well-maintained prewar cooperatives, ivy-covered townhouses, and luxury condominiums, with the E, M, and 6 trains at nearby Lexington Avenue stations and the 4, 5, 6, and 7 at Grand Central-42nd Street. Peter Detmold Park and the East River esplanade provide waterfront green space within steps of the residential core.

Beekman Live Market Data

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Active Listings

50

Median Asking Price

$1.24M

Median $/Sqft

$983

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

6

Price Reduced

48%

Sold (30 Days)

4

Median Sale Price

$995K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/16/26, 5:32 PM EST

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870 United Nations Plaza #28A, Beekman, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS20045774
First Listed: 9/3/2025
On Market: 9/3/2025
Price Changed: 9/3/2025
Pending Since: 2/13/2026
Contract Date: 9/3/2025

Listing Courtesy of Sothebys International Realty - Nikki Field

Listing Contact: (212) 606-7669

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