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SOLD FOR $2,650,000

· Closed April 30, 2022

870 5th Avenue #10-H
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,650,000

870 5th Avenue #10-H

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10768416

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

3

Bedrooms

4.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1949

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Year Built 1949
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $6,099/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 10 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Outdoor Space: Terrace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Floor 10 of 20
Exposure East,North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street East 68th Street/East 69th Street
Year Built 1949
Block/Lot 1383/1

Description

Showings begin on 11/29/2021. Perfectly positioned on the corner of Fifth Avenue and 68th Street, Residence 10H at 870 Fifth Avenue is a pied a terre friendly, high floor 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom with private terrace and amazing light from three exposures. The stunningly bright living room and primary bedroom face south on this pin drop quiet and luxurious townhouse block. Fram a sprawling entry foyer, the apartment opens to an oversized living area as well as corner nook perfectly sized for a home office, baby grand piano or additional seating. A gracious formal dining room with North and East exposures can easily accommodate a table setting for 10-12 but could also be converted into an additional bedroom. A functional kitchen is conveniently connected to the dining room, perfect for entertaining. There is a clearly defined separation between public and private spaces by way of a hall leading to two sunny king-sized bedrooms, each with en suite full bathrooms. A cozy third bedroom with ensuite bath is tucked away in the rear of the apartment, and can be opened up to further expand on the kitchen or function as a home office. Closets abound throughout the apartment. 870 Fifth Avenue is a prime Upper East Side white glove building with full-time doorman, concierge, porters and a live-in resident manager. Other amenities include a recently renovated fitness center, bike storage, a large windowed laundry room, private storage and a gorgeous roof deck with direct Central Park Views. Pied-a-terres, co-purchasing, and pets are all allowed. With access to Central Park, some of the city's finest restaurants nearby, and iconic Madison Avenue shopping, 870 Fifth Avenue is a fabulous place to call home. A 3% Flip Tax is to be paid by the buyer and 50% financing is allowed.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Terrace

Building Information

Stories 20

Financial Details

Maintenance $6,099/mo
Sale Price $2,650,000

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

322

Median Asking Price

$1.51M

Median $/Sqft

$1,516

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

25

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

28

Median Sale Price

$1.40M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/8/26, 1:34 AM EST

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870 5th Avenue #10-H, Upper East Side, New York County • Near East 68th Street/East 69th Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10768416
First Listed: 11/22/2021
Price Changed: 11/22/2021
Closed: 4/30/2022
Contract Date: 11/22/2021

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Josh Doyle

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