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SOLD FOR $4,800,000

· Closed April 17, 2019

1129 Lexington Avenue
Closed For Sale Mixed Use

$4,800,000

$915 per sq ft

1129 Lexington Avenue

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10428479

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

5

Bedrooms

6

Baths

5,248

Sq. Ft.

1910

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 6
Living Area 5,248 sq ft
Year Built 1910
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Outdoor Space: Building Patio, Building Terrace, Patio, Terrace
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1910)

Property Details

Type Mixed Use
Total Rooms 11
Baths 6 Full
Pets Yes
Cross Street East 78th Street/East 79th Street
Year Built 1910
Living Area 5,248 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1413-0120
Block/Lot 1413/120

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 7, 2018 $4,800,000 -
Price Reduced Sep 26, 2018 $4,895,000 +2.0%

Description

1129 Lexington Avenue at 78th st; A four story, three unit, 5,248 SqFt (Approx), mixed use building with ground floor retail and two residential free market apartments; Ground Level / Retail: 1350 SF street level and a Lower Level of 800 SF with walk in box, prep kitchen and bathroom. A perfect tenant for any food or dry use. Apartment 2: 1998 SF duplex residence, occupying the 2nd and 3rd floors with 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths and a 400 SF private terrace. A sun-filled apartment with West and East exposures offering an incredible layout of kitchen, dining, living room, 1/2 bath and terrace on first level and master bedroom with 2nd and 3rd bedrooms, 2 full baths occupying the 2nd level; Apartment 3: 1100 SF occupying 4th floor is a perfect layout of this floor-through 2 bedroom 2 bath residence with skylight over kitchen and west and east exposures. All apartments are separately metered with eat-in kitchens, Sub Zero Fridges, Bosch Dishwashers, Washers and Dryers and through wall AC units throughout. 1129 Lexington is a unique boutique, quiet mixed use building perfectly located on prime Lexington Avenue at 78th street, only 1 ½ blocks from the 6 train entrance on 77th Street and a few more blocks to Central Park, and Lenox Hill Hospital. The Upper East Side is an historic neighborhood, with close proximity to the Museum Mile, many of the top restaurants and stores at your doorstep. A great opportunity for live-work or investment property.

Features & Amenities

Exterior Features

Building Patio Building Terrace Patio Terrace

Building Information

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

343

Median Asking Price

$1.52M

Median $/Sqft

$1,546

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

26

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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Location

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1129 Lexington Avenue, Upper East Side, New York County • Near East 78th Street/East 79th Street

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1910
Year Built
116 years old
4
Floors
2
Residential Units
C1-8X
Zoning District
Primarily Residential Mixed Use

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $619,380
Land Value: $58,800
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 1,400 SF
Building Area: 5,248 SF
Built FAR: 3.75
Allowed FAR: 9

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

This property has 5 bedrooms and 6 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 5,248 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1910, making it approximately 116 years old.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $4,800,000 for 5,248 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $915. 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: RLS10428479
First Listed: 9/7/2018
Price Changed: 9/26/2018
Closed: 4/17/2019
Contract Date: 6/29/2017

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Darren Kearns

Listing Contact: (917) 826-3008

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