21 E 87TH Street #2C
MLS® #RLS20056461
Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate
3
Bedrooms
3
Baths
2,500
Sq. Ft.
1927
Year Built
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Property Highlights
- Views: City Lights
- Exposure: East,West facing
- Fireplace: 1 fireplace
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Description
Move-in ready, mint condition apartment offering 3-4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, grand living room, formal dining room, eat-in gourmet chef's kitchen with separate bar. Originally designed as a classic eight this apartment is now configured as a large seven and seamlessly combines prewar charm with modern luxury.
Enter through a semi-private landing into a gracious entry gallery leading to an expansive east-facing living room, featuring double seating areas, beautiful tree-lined views and an abundance of natural light. Adjacent, the formal dining room can comfortably seat 12 and is currently configured as both dining room and a den. The Scavolini designed chef's kitchen is equipped with custom cabinetry, an abundance of storage, top-of-the-line appliances: Sub-Zero refrigerator with separate freezer, double oven, dishwasher, built-in coffee machine, microwave and warming drawers all by Miele. The separate bar area is outfitted with a Sub-Zero wine refrigerator, and beverage drawers. Beyond the kitchen is a fourth bedroom/office with an en-suite windowed bathroom.
The private bedroom wing features a corner primary suite with north and west exposures, an oversized walk-in closet and a windowed en-suite bathroom. Two additional bedrooms with custom closets share a large windowed bathroom.
Additional features include: 9'3 " ceiling heights, elegant crown moldings, hardwood floors throughout, both central and through-the-wall A/C, custom closets and separate cedar closet, as well as an oversized laundry closet with vented full-size LG washing machine and dryer.
Located just off Fifth Avenue and steps from Central Park, 21 East 87th Street is an Emery Roth pre-war cooperative building. There is a 24-hour doorman, live-in resident manager, fitness room, laundry room and private storage . Pets are allowed. 65% financing and 2% flip tax.
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About Carnegie Hill
View All Carnegie Hill ListingsCarnegie Hill is one of Manhattan's most refined and tranquil residential pockets. Located in the northern section of the Upper East Side, it is defined by its proximity to Central Park and the 'Museum Mile.' The neighborhood is famous for its low-rise historic architecture and grand pre-war cooperatives. It offers a sophisticated, community-oriented atmosphere with nearby private schools and charming local boutiques.
Carnegie Hill Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
131
Median Asking Price
$2.50M
Median $/Sqft
$1,608
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
15
Price Reduced
30%
Sold (30 Days)
17
Median Sale Price
$2.52M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/15/26, 1:56 PM EST
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21 E 87TH Street #2C, Carnegie Hill, New York County
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