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SOLD FOR $22,000,000

· Closed March 12, 2021

781 5TH Avenue #FULLFLOOR
Closed For Sale Co-op

$22,000,000

$2,444 per sq ft

781 5TH Avenue #FULLFLOOR

Upper East Side, Manhattan

FIFTH AVE & 59 CORP

MLS® #RLS10617827

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Listing by Sloane Square LLC

5

Bedrooms

6.5

Baths

9,000

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 7 full, 1 half
Living Area 9,000 sq ft
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $29,037/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 38

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1927)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 19
Baths 6 Full, 1 Half
Floor 2 of 38
Exposure North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street East 59th Street/East 60th Street
Year Built 1927
Living Area 9,000 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar

Description

Occupying a full floor at the legendary Sherry Netherland, this 9,000 square foot, 19 room "uptown loft", designed by famed designer Mica Ertegun, is truly one of the most unique and sensational private homes in New York City. With 5 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms and an outstanding 100 feet of frontage along Fifth Avenue and 150 feet along 59th Street, the home offers a one of a kind connection between its inhabitants and the city beyond. Like a town house on one floor, and in mint condition, this apartment is flooded with natural light and can accommodate a variety of lifestyle configurations.A private elevator landing leads into a grand and perfectly square living room with double exposures to the west and south. Mesmerizing views of Central Park, Grand Army Plaza, The Plaza Hotel and the fountains at the GM Building abound. The living room flows seamlessly into the home's dining room and pine-paneled library, complete with wet bar and a separate cigar room. The massive kitchen boasts two floor-to-ceiling windows along 59th Street, a separate pantry and laundry room. The enormous 2,000 square foot gorgeous bedroom suite occupies the entire northwest corner of the apartment and features a decorative fireplace and dual en-suite bathrooms complete with soaking tub, separate shower stall and sauna. Dual dressing rooms and a connected windowed exercise room complete the suite.Three bedrooms, each with en suite bathrooms, are located on the southeast side of the apartment. A lavish 58-foot long gallery hall leads to the home's wine cellar, a fifth bedroom with en-suite bathroom, an entertainment bar, home theatre, recreational room (or bedroom) and additional storage.Unique to this apartment is a set of stairs leading down to the hotel lobby, reserved for exclusive use by the apartment. A separate service landing is located just off the gallery hall. Central HVAC system with multiple zones.The Sherry Netherland, built in 1927, offers residents an array of five-star services and amenities, including 24-hour doorman and concierge, elevator attendant, on-site Harry Cipriani restaurant (with in-residence dining), fitness center, in-house barbershop, and the famed Doubles social club. Twice daily housekeeping and utilities are included in the monthly rent.This is a Co-Exclusive with Douglas Elliman.

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Building FIFTH AVE & 59 CORP
Stories 38
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $29,037/mo
Sale Price $22,000,000

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

331

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,525

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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781 5TH Avenue #FULLFLOOR, Upper East Side, New York County • Near East 59th Street/East 60th Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10617827
First Listed: 2/24/2020
Closed: 3/12/2021
Contract Date: 2/24/2020

Listing Courtesy of Sloane Square LLC - Jaar Sloane

Listing Contact: (917) 734-3685

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