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SOLD FOR $5,675,000

· Closed August 17, 2018

149 E 73RD Street #5A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$5,675,000

$1,746 per sq ft

149 E 73RD Street #5A

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10496440

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

4

Bedrooms

4

Baths

3,250

Sq. Ft.

1924

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Living Area 3,250 sq ft
Lot Size 8,391 sq ft
Year Built 1924
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $7,402/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 11

Property Highlights

  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1924)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 9
Baths 4 Full
Floor 5 of 11
Pets Yes
Year Built 1924
Living Area 3,250 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 8,391 sq ft
Parcel # 1408-0020-00149-000-000005A

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 21, 2018 $5,925,000 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $5,675,000 -4.2%

Description

The understated elegance is felt as soon as you enter the glistening lobby of this James E.R. Carpenter building.The elevator opens to a private fifth floor landing leading to the impressive home boasting 3,250 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms. There are oversized windows in every room situated on the southwestern corner of the building allowing for natural light throughout the day.The entrance gallery leads to the separate and distinct entertaining rooms on one end and private rooms on the other. The paneled library (or fifth bedroom) is adjacent to the expansive living room with a wood burning fireplace and spacious enough to comfortably fit a grand piano. French doors lead to a gracious formal dining room with space to seat ten and more. Connected to the dining room is the eat-in kitchen offering a breakfast room.Each bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom in excellent condition. The master suite includes a spacious bedroom with custom cabinetry, a dressing room, and master bathroom.The expansive rooms, sophisticated details and extensive closet space make this apartment as elegant as it is comfortable. The apartment comes with a large storage bin and there is a beautifully landscaped roof terrace for owners to enjoy during the warmer months. Your search is over; you will definitely want to call this home!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Fireplace

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 23
Stories 11
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $7,402/mo
Original Price $5,925,000
Sale Price $5,675,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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149 E 73RD Street #5A, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1919
Year Built
107 years old
15
Floors
175
Residential Units
R8B
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $14,551,650
Land Value: $1,440,000
Exemptions: $14,551,650

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

Lot Area: 13,640 SF
Building Area: 140,170 SF
Built FAR: 10.28
Allowed FAR: 4

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 $7,402 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 3,250 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1924, making it approximately 102 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 $5,675,000 for 3,250 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,746. 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: RLS10496440
First Listed: 2/21/2018
Closed: 8/17/2018
Contract Date: 1/5/2018

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Vannessa A Kaufman

Listing Contact: (212) 606-7639

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