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SOLD FOR $2,850,000

· Closed March 22, 2024

870 5th Avenue #11H
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,850,000

870 5th Avenue #11H

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10954926

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 $5,947/mo
Parking Valet
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 11 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Views: Park Greenbelt
  • Exposure: East,South facing
  • Outdoor Space: Deck, Terrace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Floor 11 of 20
View Park Greenbelt
Exposure East,South
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1949
Parking Features Valet
Structure Type HighRise
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1383-0001-00870-000-000011H
Block/Lot 01383/0001

Description

Triple mint! Perfectly positioned on the corner of Fifth Avenue and 68th Street, With incredible light and city views from 3 exposures, this 3 bed, 3.5 bath with a private terrace is not to be missed. Enter off a semi private landing into a grand foyer with ample closet space and a beautifully appointed powder room. The oversized living room can accommodate multiple seating areas and the private terrace spans the width of the living room, facing south onto a charming townhouse block. A formal dining room with North and East exposures is perfect for entertaining and leads into an elegant wet bar with sink, wine refrigerator, ice machine, and storage. The top of the line custom kitchen provides exquisite hardwood cabinetry, Subzero and Viking appliances and an enormous picture window with open city views facing North. Through a hallway, the private primary bedroom is full of light with duel exposures facing South and East, as well as an en-suite bathroom with custom finishes and an enormous walk in closet. The second bedroom can function as a den or proper bedroom with en-suite bathroom and walk in closet. A third cozy bedroom with ensuite bath is tucked away in the rear of the apartment offering ultimate privacy. Central A/C, hardwood floors and incredible closet space can be found throughout. 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, 870Fifth 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

Wet Bar Built In Features Entrance Foyer Pantry Recessed Lighting Bar Walk In Closets Common On Floor Common Area Flooring: Hardwood Window Treatments

Exterior Features

Deck Terrace

Appliances

Freezer Refrigerator Stainless Steel Appliances Wine Cooler

Building Information

Total Units 94
Stories 20
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $5,947/mo
Original Price $3,650,000
Sale Price $2,850,000
Previous Price $3,400,000

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

$1.32M

Median $/Sqft

$1,472

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

12

Price Reduced

23%

Sold (30 Days)

37

Median Sale Price

$1.40M

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870 5th Avenue #11H, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10954926
First Listed: 10/26/2023
On Market: 6/20/2023
Price Changed: 4/12/2024
Closed: 3/22/2024
Contract Date: 6/20/2023

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Elizabeth Sahlman

Listing Contact: (917) 523-8200

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