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About Upper East Side

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.

Borough: Manhattan

Your Upper East Side Expert

Milton Coste was born and raised in the Washington Heights/Inwood area and has been helping buyers and sellers in Upper Manhattan and across NYC for over 25 years. With 1,000+ closed transactions including dozens in Upper East Side, Milton knows every building, every block, and what it takes to navigate NYC's unique co-op and condo market.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Upper East Side Real Estate

Who is the best real estate agent in Upper East Side?

Milton Coste is a top-rated Upper East Side real estate specialist with 25+ years of experience and 1,000+ closed transactions in NYC. Born and raised in the Washington Heights area, Milton has deep local knowledge of Upper East Side's co-ops, condos, and market trends. He's bilingual (English/Spanish) and has a 5-star rating on both Google and Zillow. Contact: (917) 416-7433 or [email protected].

What are Upper East Side apartment prices in 2026?

Upper East Side real estate prices vary by property type. As of January 2026, co-op studios typically start around $250,000-$400,000, 1-bedrooms range from $350,000-$600,000, and 2-bedrooms from $450,000-$800,000. Condos command a premium of 20-40% over co-ops. Milton Coste tracks Upper East Side prices daily and can provide a detailed market analysis for your specific needs.

What is the process for buying a co-op in Upper East Side?

Buying a co-op in Upper East Side involves several steps: getting pre-approved for financing, searching for properties, making an offer, preparing a board package (financial documents, reference letters, personal statement), and passing the co-op board interview. The process typically takes 60-90 days from accepted offer to closing. Milton Coste guides buyers through each step and has helped over 1,000 clients navigate NYC's co-op and condo market.

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Current Inventory Snapshot

Live from REBNY/RLS • Feb 24, 2026

There are currently 275 properties actively listed for sale, with 289 already under contract. The median asking price is $1.85M ($1,587/sqft). Properties are spending an average of N/A days on market, and 30.8% of listings have had price reductions.

Inventory & Activity

Active Listings

275

for sale

Total number of properties currently for sale in this neighborhood

Pending Sales

289

under contract

Properties under contract awaiting closing

New This Week

last 7 days

Properties listed in the last 7 days

New This Month

last 30 days

Properties listed in the last 30 days

Avg Days on Market

N/A

days avg

Average number of days properties have been listed. Lower = faster market

Price Cut Rate

30.8%

77 listings

Percentage of active listings with price reductions. Higher = more negotiable market

Asking Prices

Median Asking Price

$1.85M

all types

The middle price point of all active listings - half are priced above, half below

Average Asking Price

$4.49M

all types

Mean listing price of all active properties (can be skewed by outliers)

Median $/Sqft

$1,587

per sqft

Median price per square foot - useful for comparing properties of different sizes

Median Condo Price

$2.35M

78 condos

Median asking price for condominium units only

Median Co-op Price

$1.22M

154 co-ops

Median asking price for co-operative units only

Property Mix

Distribution of 275 active listings (based on 250 sample)

Condo 31% (78) Co-op 62% (154) Condop 1% (3)

Building Types:

Apartments: 229 Single Family: 10 Multi-Family: 11

Recent Sales

Sold (30 Days)

last 30 days

Number of properties that closed in the last 30 days

Sold (90 Days)

114

last 90 days

Number of properties that closed in the last 90 days

Median Sale Price

$1.37M

closed sales

Median closing price of recently sold properties (last 90 days)

Avg Sale Price

$2.63M

closed sales

Average closing price of recently sold properties

Sale-to-List Ratio

99.0%

of asking

Average sale price as % of listing price. Above 100% = selling over asking

Browse by Property Type

Condos (19) Co-ops (25) Houses (3) Properties (1)

Buildings in Upper East Side

525 80th Street

2 listings available

875 Park Avenue

2 listings available

206 95th Street

2 listings available

990 5th Avenue

2 listings available

400 70th Street

1 listing available

363 76th Street

1 listing available

Upper East Side Market Analysis & Trends

Based on StreetEasy data through December 2025

Buyer's Market

Upper East Side is currently a Buyer's Market. The median sale price is $1.25M, which has increased 0.04% compared to last year. Properties typically spend 109 days on market before selling. For renters, the median asking rent is $2,900, down 0.017% year-over-year. High inventory levels combined with an average DOM of 109 days indicate a market where sellers must be competitive on price.

Key Market Metrics

Median Sale Price

$1.25M

+0.0% YoY

Median Rent

$2,900

-0.0% YoY

Days on Market

109

Consistently above 100 days throughout 2025

Price/Sqft

$1,629/sqft

Approximately 10% above the Manhattan median sales price

High inventory levels combined with an average DOM of 109 days indicate a market where sellers must be competitive on price.

Market Note: The market remained stable in 2025, with sales volume rebounding in the luxury segment (> $5M).

Rental Market

Studio

$2,100

1 Bedroom

$2,800

2 Bedroom

$3,600

3+ Bedroom

$7,497

Transportation

Subway Lines

4 5 6 Q

Stations

59 St, 68 St-Hunter College, 72 St, 77 St

Commute Times

Midtown: 10 minutes

Wall Street: 25 minutes

Proposed Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 extension will further improve access to East Harlem (Source: ...

Neighborhood Amenities

Parks

Central Park
Carl Schurz Park

Hospitals

NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell
Memorial Sloan Kettering
Hospital for Special Surgery

Shopping

Bloomingdale's
Madison Avenue Boutiques
Whole Foods

Cultural

The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
The Frick Collection

Building Stock & Co-op Info

Predominant Type

Luxury High-rise Co-ops and Townhouses

Co-op vs Condo

One of the most co-op dense areas of NYC; condos are mostly located in newer developments or Yorkville.

Typical Co-op Requirements

Down: Minimum 20%, but 50% or 'no financing' is common on Fifth and Park Avenues
DTI: Strictly 25% or lower in many buildings
Liquidity: Substantial post-closing liquidity often required
Credit: 740+ preferred

Investment Analysis

Outlook: Strong Long-term Value

Buyer Strategy

Yorkville offers the best price-to-space ratio due to increased competition from the Second Avenue Subway corridor.

Renter Strategy

Walk-ups east of Second Avenue provide the most competitive rents.

Investor Strategy

Condominiums in Carnegie Hill maintain high resale value due to strict zoning and limited new supply.

Schools

Served by NYC DOE District 2. Research schools at schools.nyc.gov

Safety

Current statistics available at nyc.gov/nypd CompStat

Milton Coste supports the Fair Housing Act and Equal Opportunity Act. All data provided for informational purposes only. Verify all data independently.

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Helpful Resources for Upper East Side Buyers

NYC Buyer's Guide

Step-by-step buying process

Buyer Presentation

What to expect working with Milton

NYC Real Estate FAQ

Common questions answered

HDFC Co-ops: Complete Guide

Income limits, resale caps, and how to qualify for affordable co-ops.

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Upper East Side Real Estate

About Upper East Side

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Frequently Asked Questions: Upper East Side Real Estate

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Current Inventory Snapshot

Inventory & Activity

Asking Prices

Property Mix

Recent Sales

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Buildings in Upper East Side

Properties for Sale

400 E 70th Street #1706

363 E 76th Street #8-K

140 E 63rd Street #10-A

200 E 69th Street #31-A

196 E 75th Street #3-AB

525 E 80th Street #7-D

400 E 85th Street #9C

875 Park Avenue #9AB

875 Park Avenue #9A

166 E 92nd Street #4C

206 E 95th Street #6B

360 E 88th Street #18D

350 E 82nd Street #6H

52 E End Avenue #12B

990 5th Avenue #4 5

122 E 82ND Street #8AD

525 E 80th Street #11A

135 E 83rd Street #14B

44 E 82ND Street

16 E 98th Street #7F

529 E 88th Street #1B

45 E End Avenue #3J

38 E 85th Street #1

1025 5th Avenue #11EN

506 E 87th Street

103 E 84TH Street #5B

823 Park Avenue #4th Floor

21 E 81st Street

123 E 73rd Street

960 5th Avenue #4A

200 E 83rd Street #4A

1016 5th Avenue #9A

141 E 88th Street #10E

403 E 62nd Street #4-A

241 E 76th Street #5-J

1641 3rd Avenue #14B

151 E 85TH Street #12K

255 E 77th Street #PHE

345 E 73rd Street #3-F

990 5th Avenue #8/9

40 E 80th Street #24A

516 E 78th Street #3O

110 E 87th Street #9B

51 E 78th Street #1D

245 E 87th Street #PH

975 Park Avenue #1CD

310 E 86th Street #4B

206 E 95th Street #4B

Upper East Side Market Analysis & Trends

Key Market Metrics

Rental Market

Transportation

Neighborhood Amenities

Building Stock & Co-op Info

Investment Analysis

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