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SOLD FOR $2,450,000

Listed at $2,750,000 · Sold 10.9% below asking · Closed May 21, 2020

135 E 71ST Street #5CD
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,750,000

$1,019 per sq ft

135 E 71ST Street #5CD

Upper East Side, Manhattan

71 ST LEXINGTON CORPORATION

MLS® #RLS10614104

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

4

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

2,700

Sq. Ft.

1959

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Living Area 2,700 sq ft
Year Built 1959
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,459.29/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 22

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Floor 5 of 22
Exposure East,North,South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street Park Avenue & Lexington Avenue
Year Built 1959
Living Area 2,700 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1406-0017-00135-000-00005CD

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 22, 2019 $3,200,000 -
Currently Apr 22, 2026 $2,750,000 -14.1%

Description

Bright and spacious corner 4 bedroom (converted to 3) 3.5 bath residence perfectly situated on the landmarked corner of 71st Street and Lexington Avenue. Enter the gracious 22 Vermont green marble gallery and be greeted by the light and huge expanse of the enormous living room and formal dining room. Windowed kitchen and bathrooms, 13 large custom fitted closets, Miele washer/dryer make this an ideal home for everyday enjoyment and entertaining. New large Skyline casement windows throughout. Custom Wood-Mode Kitchen cabinetry, Sub-Zero refrigerator, 2 Thermador Ovens, Miele dishwasher. Large master bedroom suite is complete with gracious sitting area, en-suite Waterworks bathroom, custom mirrors and cabinetry and radiant heat floor. Two additional very generously proportioned bedrooms, bathrooms and powder room make this inviting home or pied a terre a must see. Built as a coop in 1959 by Sylvan and Robert Bien architects the building is known by its beautiful rose granite exterior and flanked by its frequently photographed gardens. Its newly renovated state of the art lobby and elevators welcome residents and guests to a full service building. Amenities include: attended garage (preferred rate for shareholders), fitness center, kids playroom, bicycle storage, laundry room and storage bins. The excellent building financials are reflected in the low monthly maintenance charges. Transportation, casual and upscale dining, gourmet food markets, chic fashion boutiques, Madison Avenue and Central Park are just steps away.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Building 71 ST LEXINGTON CORPORATION
Total Units 101
Stories 22

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,459.29/mo
Original Price $3,200,000
Sale Price $2,450,000

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

339

Median Asking Price

$1.55M

Median $/Sqft

$1,559

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

29

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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135 E 71ST Street #5CD, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Park Avenue & Lexington Avenue

Floor Plans

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Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R3-2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $64,380
Land Value: $12,840
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 1,938 SF
Built FAR: 0.97
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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 $4,459.29 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 2,700 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 $2,750,000 for 2,700 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,019. 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: RLS10614104
First Listed: 4/22/2019
Closed: 5/21/2020
Contract Date: 5/13/2019

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Pamela Marcus

Listing Contact: (917) 628-8240

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