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SOLD FOR $1,125,000

· Closed July 2, 2025

1270 5TH Avenue #1T
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,125,000

$938 per sq ft

1270 5TH Avenue #1T

East Harlem, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS11021142

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,200

Sq. Ft.

1959

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,200 sq ft
Year Built 1959
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,228/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood East Harlem
Floor 1 of 14

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Climate Control: Other
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 1 of 14
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Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1959
Living Area 1,200 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1614-0001-01270-000-000001T
Block/Lot 01614/0001

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 13, 2024 $1,125,000 -
Currently May 9, 2026 $1,125,000 -

Description

With tree-lined views facing Central Park and Fifth Avenue, this lovingly cared for peaceful and spacious 3 BD 2 BA home sits a half story above lobby level. Elegant entryway leads to large combined living/dining room. Huge eat-in windowed kitchen with cork flooring and teak butcher block counters. Gracious proportions, custom window treatments, ample closet and storage space all around. Third bedroom could be configured as formal dining room. 2 impeccable classic marble baths, primary with glass-walled walk in shower.

1270 5th Avenue is a well-run and financially sound pet friendly full-service Museum Mile cooperative featuring 24 hr doorman, live-in super, laundry room, private storage, bike room and garage (waitlist). Easy access to buses 2, 3 and 6 trains. 1270 5th faces the northern section of Central Park, the area undergoing the largest and most ambitious restoration in the park's history. The $160M Davis Center, slated to open early 2025, will include a new skating rink, swimming pool, boardwalk and reconnected watercourse.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building In Basement

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Under60 Sqft

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 202
Stories 14
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,228/mo
Sale Price $1,125,000

East Harlem, also known as El Barrio, is a neighborhood rich in culture, art, and history. Known for its colorful murals and the historic La Marqueta, the area features a growing number of new residential developments alongside historic buildings. The real estate market offers some of Manhattan's most accessible price points, featuring a mix of historic walk-up cooperatives, value-driven HDFC units, and a surge of new luxury condominium developments that offer modern amenities and easy access to the Upper East Side.

East Harlem Live Market Data

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Active Listings

71

Median Asking Price

$745K

Median $/Sqft

$832

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

9

Price Reduced

32%

Sold (30 Days)

4

Median Sale Price

$665K

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1270 5TH Avenue #1T, East Harlem, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1959
Year Built
67 years old
14
Floors
201
Residential Units
R9
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $20,569,050
Land Value: $900,000
Exemptions: $408,139

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

Lot Area: 27,248 SF
Building Area: 212,000 SF
Built FAR: 7.78
Allowed FAR: 7.52

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 $2,228 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,200 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1959, making it approximately 67 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 $1,125,000 for 1,200 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $938. 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: RLS11021142
First Listed: 11/13/2024
On Market: 11/13/2024
Closed: 7/2/2025
Contract Date: 11/13/2024

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Xanthe Tabor

Listing Contact: (212) 521-5701

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