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SOLD FOR $2,825,000

· Closed January 27, 2023

222 E 71st Street #3/4A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,825,000

222 E 71st Street #3/4A

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10835161

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

4

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1925
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $5,399/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths 3 Full
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Exposure East,North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street Third Avenue/Second Avenue
Year Built 1925
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1425/35

Description

222 East 71st Street is perfectly situated on a charming tree-lined block in the heart of the Upper East Side. This elegant 24 unit, 6 story pre-war co-op building offers a spacious 4-bedroom duplex with two wood-burning fireplaces, hardwood floors throughout, and excellent attention to detail. The lower level of the duplex features a large, open living room. Lined by north-facing windows, this room benefits from extraordinary sunlight and is the perfect space for relaxing or for entertaining guests. Also on the lower level is the windowed kitchen which boasts Carrara marble countertops and top-of-the-line appliances including a Wolf range, paneled Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, and custom cabinetry. Beyond the kitchen is a built-in breakfast nook which serves as a lovely dining area. A spacious bedroom with a large south-facing window, full bathroom with glass stall shower, and a rare mudroom round out the lower level the mudroom features a vented Miele washer and dryer as well as generous storage space. The upper level of the duplex is home to the luxurious primary bedroom. This bedroom features a wood-burning fireplace, tall north-facing windows, an enormous custom dressing room, and an ensuite marble bathroom with a rain shower and double vanity sinks. The second and third bedrooms are located on the upper level as well, offering ample closet space and sunlight. There is also a third full bathroom with bathtub. 222 East 71st Street offers classically chic living on the Upper East Side, just blocks away from Central Park and some of the city's most exciting restaurants, boutiques, museums, and five star hotels. The building also has a charming lobby, live-in super, elevator, additional laundry, and a common roof deck. Two private storage units are also included in the sale. 65 percent financing permitted.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Common Area Fireplace

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 6
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $5,399/mo
Sale Price $2,825,000
Previous Price $2,975,000

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

311

Median Asking Price

$1.40M

Median $/Sqft

$1,488

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

9

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

31

Median Sale Price

$1.48M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/1/26, 11:42 PM EST

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222 E 71st Street #3/4A, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Third Avenue/Second Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10835161
First Listed: 10/6/2022
Price Changed: 1/27/2023
Closed: 1/27/2023
Contract Date: 1/31/2022

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Justin Rubinstein

Listing Contact: (646) 320-7745

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