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SOLD FOR $2,675,000

· Closed March 10, 2021

Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,675,000

17 E 96th Street #2-AE

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10756807

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Listing by Compass

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1923

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1923
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,396/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full
Floor 2 of 16
Exposure South
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street Fifth Avenue/Madison Avenue
Year Built 1923
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1602/13

Description

Rarely Available Opportunity in Carnegie Hill Steps to Central Park and Reservoir - Gut renovated and modernized 3 Bed (convertible to 4 Bed) / 3 Bathroom. Move-in-Ready Spacious Residence with the following attributes: Open Layout, High Ceilings (9ft 2 inches), Beautiful Tree-Lined view with Southern Exposure. Space has been masterfully redesigned and upgraded to provide for the needs of modern family living. The design has optimized the space for efficiency, storage, comfort, safety, modern technology, modern amenities, and privacy. Very quiet with newly installed heavy-duty double-paned windows. Walls and floors have been soundproofed as well! The Grand Room is an ample loft-like open space that overlooks a beautiful tree-lined view that exudes a country ambiance. Luxurious Chef's Kitchen has top of the line appliances, a Large Sub-Zero Refrigerator, a wine refrigerator, dishwasher, and an Extra-Long and Wide white quartz Center Island is also an eat-in kitchen with seating for up to 7 people. There is a Spacious Formal Dining area that can seat up to 10 people. Newly installed 5-inch-wide Plank Flooring (3/4-inch White Oak Hardwood) with a deep dark vibrant brown color. All bathrooms tiled floor-to-ceiling with White Marble. Roomy Bedroom #1 has a wall of built-in closets with a dressing area that feels like a huge walk-in closet. The Bedroom #1 En Suite Bathroom is pure luxury with double vanity, soaking tub and a separate shower with glass enclosure. Bedroom #2 is also very roomy with great Southern exposure with multiple closets and built-ins and benefits from an En Suite Bathroom with a huge spa-like shower with bench. Bedroom #3 also has built-in closets that allow for plenty of storage. The Media Room / Den is easily convertible into a full-size 4th Bedroom. Alternative approved plans for sliding door installation is an adaptable alternative that can provide privacy when required, or leave open when entertaining. Some of the additional features of this exquisitely designed space include: Showers with glass enclosures, heated floors and overhead heat lamp in all bathrooms; Washer/Dryer in the unit; Upgraded and replaced all electrical with modern BX wiring and new recessed lighting installed throughout the apartment controlled by dimmer switches; Plumbing (water lines, drains, and vents); Steam heating, Cable Fios and Spectrum and Ethernet wiring installed across most rooms; Gym in the building; Bicycle room; 2 full-size storage units in the basement. 17 East 96th Street benefits from reasonable maintenance, a friendly and courteous staff, 24-hour doorman, elevator, pet friendly with a live-in superintendent. Steps to Central Park, Museum Mile, Starbucks, and New York Public Library with Equinox in the neighborhood. Close to 92nd Street Y and public transportation. 75% Financing permitted 42.64% Tax Deductible Maintenance No Flip Tax

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Den Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 16
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,396/mo
Sale Price $2,675,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, 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

331

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,525

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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17 E 96th Street #2-AE, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Fifth Avenue/Madison Avenue

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MLS® ID: RLS10756807
First Listed: 10/6/2019
Price Changed: 2/5/2021
Closed: 3/10/2021
Contract Date: 10/7/2019

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Charlie Attias

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