Milton Coste

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70 E 96TH Street #7B
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$2,300,000

$1,202 per sq ft

70 E 96TH Street #7B

Carnegie Hill, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20041331

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Christies International Real Estate Group LLC

3

Bedrooms

2.5

Baths

1,914

Sq. Ft.

1929

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half
Living Area 1,914 sq ft
Year Built 1929
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,682/mo
Neighborhood Carnegie Hill
Floor 7 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Fireplace: 1 fireplace
  • Climate Control: Other
  • Character: Pre-war building (1929)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths 2 Full, 1 Half
Floor 7 of 16
Cooling Other
Pets DogsOk, Yes
Year Built 1929
Living Area 1,914 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1507-0041-00070-000-000007B
Block/Lot 01507/0041

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 6, 2025 $2,549,000 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $2,300,000 -9.8%

Description

Welcome to Residence 7B at 70 East 96th Street - a rare offering in one of Carnegie Hill's most esteemed Rosario Candela cooperatives. Encompassing over 1,900 approx. square feet of refined living space, this gracious, freshly painted 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home invites you to reimagine it into a truly bespoke Upper East Side retreat.

Enter through a stately foyer and be welcomed by formal living and dining rooms that exude prewar elegance. Timeless herringbone hardwood floors, modern built-ins that combine style and function with effortless grace, and soaring proportions create an ideal setting for both grand entertaining and quiet sophistication. The expansive dining room is perfectly suited for hosting.

The windowed eat-in kitchen - complete with an adjacent office and powder room - offers boundless potential to be transformed into a chef's dream. The office provides versatile options, ideal for a work, a creative space, or an additional guest room. The kitchen and office are virtually renovated to show their fantastic potential.

The private primary suite is a peaceful escape, featuring an en-suite bath with a frameless walk-in shower, elegant modern tiling, built-in shelving, and two closets. Two additional bedrooms, each with hardwood floors, share a bathroom, while the second bedroom boasts two closets of its own. Multiple additional storage spaces, including a foyer closet, hall closet, and dedicated storage off the dining room and office, ensure effortless organization throughout.

Designed in 1929 by the celebrated architect Rosario Candela, 70 East 96th Street is a white-glove cooperative known for its impeccable service and prewar distinction. Residents enjoy a full-time doorman, live-in superintendent, porters, bike room, free bin storage, and a modern central laundry room. In-unit washer/dryer permitted upon board approval. Pets are welcome, and 60% financing is allowed. 2.5% flip tax is paid by the buyer. Pied-a-terre not permitted.

Perfectly situated just off Madison Avenue, this distinguished address places you moments from Central Park, the Museum Mile, acclaimed private schools, and the city's finest dining and shopping. Convenient access to the 4, 5, 6, and Q trains, as well as crosstown buses, ensures seamless connectivity to all of Manhattan.

An exceptional home with extraordinary potential in the heart of Carnegie Hill! Motivated seller - bring all offers!

Virtually staged. Some rooms virtually renovated.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Building Other Fireplace (1)

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Bike Storage Elevators

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 62
Stories 16
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,682/mo
Original Price $2,549,000
Previous Price $2,549,000

Carnegie Hill is a low-traffic residential section of the Upper East Side defined by proximity to Central Park and Museum Mile. The area features low-rise historic architecture and large pre-war cooperatives, with landmarked blocks and boutique retail along Madison Avenue.

Carnegie Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

137

Median Asking Price

$2.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,701

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

7

Price Reduced

31%

Sold (30 Days)

11

Median Sale Price

$2.40M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 1:25 AM EST

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70 E 96TH Street #7B, Carnegie Hill, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R4A
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $50,820
Land Value: $16,680
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 4,000 SF
Building Area: 1,398 SF
Built FAR: 0.35
Allowed FAR: 1

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 $4,682 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 1,914 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1929, making it approximately 97 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.

At the current list price of $2,300,000 for 1,914 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,202. 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: RLS20041331
First Listed: 8/6/2025
On Market: 8/6/2025
Price Changed: 2/25/2026
Contract Date: 8/6/2025

Listing Courtesy of Christies International Real Estate Group LLC - Smitha Ramchandani

Listing Contact: (973) 953-7777

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

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