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1197 PARK AVENUE

Manhattan · Upper East Side · New York, NY 10128

Built 1961 18 Floors 148 Units Elevator Apartments
A
100/100
Compliance Score

No open violations on record. Building is in full compliance.

What This Means for Buyers

1197 PARK AVENUE is a large-scale post-war elevator apartments building with walk-up in Upper East Side. 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 ... Zoned R10, this building sits in a highest density residential, allowing the tallest residential buildings. The building has a clean compliance record with no open violations.

Upper East Side

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.

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Public Records & Ownership Lookup

Search this building's deed history, mortgages, and LLC ownership through official NYC government databases. Free public data.

Permanent Property Identifier

BBL: 1-01523-0001

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Recently Rented in This Building

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Closed rental data from REBNY Listing Service (RLS). All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Sales History

Date Unit Beds Price Sq Ft
Nov 19, 2015Unit 4K2BRN/A-
Feb 29, 2016Unit 12K2BRN/A-
Apr 22, 2025Unit 16C1BR$755,000-
Aug 15, 2017Unit 2G1BR$780,000-
Dec 13, 2018Unit 14E3BR$2,075,000-
Sep 26, 2017Unit 9B1BR$775,000-
Jan 21, 2023Unit 4-A3BR$1,475,000-
Mar 9, 2023Unit 1-B1BR$625,000-
Dec 20, 2018Unit 3E1BR$999,0001,000
Jun 27, 2023Unit 17-D2BR$1,325,000-
Mar 19, 2021Unit 5-H2BR$1,095,0001,300
Nov 13, 2019Unit 10B1BR$762,000950
Jun 15, 2023Unit 15-B1BR$925,000-
Nov 29, 2018Unit 7-F2BRN/A1,250
Aug 21, 2025Unit 2J1BR$520,000-
Feb 26, 2018Unit 15F2BR$1,649,0001,300
May 26, 2020Unit 11-JStudio$510,000600
Jul 15, 2016Unit 15C1BR$612,000-
Nov 16, 2016Unit 14D1BR$1,160,000-
Nov 10, 2016Unit 4F2BR$1,625,0001,300
Jun 20, 2024Unit 10E1BR$735,000950
Jun 27, 2018Unit 5-FG3BRN/A2,300
Jan 30, 2021Unit 6-C1BR$635,000-
Aug 10, 2017Unit 6FG4BR$3,195,0002,350
May 1, 2015Unit 3E1BR$899,0001,000
Jul 9, 2015Unit 1H2BR$895,0001,100
Nov 12, 2024Unit 9G1BR$997,470-
Mar 25, 2022Unit 15-A3BR$2,000,000-
May 3, 2024Unit 17B1BR$710,000900
Aug 15, 2023Unit 2H2BR$1,425,000-
Nov 24, 2025Unit 10K2BR$1,625,000-
Oct 10, 2024Unit 3DStudio$480,000-
May 31, 2024Unit 6J1BR$559,000-
Oct 15, 2025Unit 2F2BR$1,235,000-
Jul 14, 2015Unit 19B2BR$1,300,000-
May 23, 2017Unit 17-C1BR$725,000-
Nov 28, 2023Unit 12H2BR$1,365,000-
Aug 18, 2022Unit 14A3BR$2,400,000-
Nov 29, 2023Unit 1D1BR$572,500-
Jul 21, 2026Unit 3G1BR$775,000-
Jul 20, 2026Unit 3G1BR$775,000-
Jul 21, 2025Unit 10A3BR$2,050,000-
Feb 19, 2025Unit 7K2BR$1,175,000-
May 9, 2018Unit 4C1BR$737,000-
Oct 4, 2013Unit 18C1BRN/A-
Mar 23, 2018Unit 3H2BR$1,690,000-
Sep 22, 2016Unit 1AStudio$840,0001,100
Oct 16, 2017Unit 11G1BR$850,000-
Apr 22, 2016Unit 14A3BR$1,700,0001,600
Oct 5, 2012Unit 3JStudio$499,000625
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Closed sale data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Rental History

Unit Lease Date Rent Beds Baths Sq Ft
Unit 1HAug 21, 2015$5,200/mo221,100
Unit 1HSep 26, 2016$5,500/mo221,100
Unit 3EOct 5, 2016$4,500/mo111,000
Unit 16-EDec 5, 2019$2,995/mo01600
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Closed rental data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Compliance & Violations

Clean Compliance Record

This building has no open violations on record with NYC DOB or HPD.

Source: NYC Department of Buildings & HPD (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Nearby Transit

96 St

498 ft away

6Q

86 St

0.43 mi away

456

Approximate walking distances.

Nearby Schools

No public schools found within walking distance.

Permits & Renovations

No recent permit filings found.

Zoning & Development

Zoning District
R10

Highest density residential, allowing the tallest residential buildings.

Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
11.98 / 10.00
Fully built or over-built

Building Details

Physical
Building Class
Elevator Apartments (D4)
Land Use
3
Year Built
1961
Last Altered
1983
Floors
18
Total Units
149
Residential Units
148
Gross Floor Area
210,988 sq ft
Lot Area
17,616 sq ft
Lot Frontage
100.67 ft
Lot Depth
175 ft
Municipal Districts
Community District
CD 8
City Council
District 5
School District
2
Police Precinct
19
Fire Company
E053
Sanitation District
8
BBL
1015230001.00000000

Source: NYC PLUTO (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Location

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1197 PARK AVENUE

What kind of building is 1197 PARK AVENUE?
1197 PARK AVENUE is recorded in NYC PLUTO as a Elevator Apartments (building class D4).
When was 1197 PARK AVENUE built?
Built in 1961, 18 floors, 149 total units. Data sourced from NYC PLUTO, the city's official tax lot database.
How many units are at 1197 PARK AVENUE?
148 residential units across 18 floors. The building also contains 1 commercial or non-residential unit.
How many apartments are currently for sale at 1197 PARK AVENUE?
Active listing counts are loaded from the REBNY Listing Service in real time. See the Active Listings section above for current availability and price ranges. If no listings appear, there are no units currently on the market through RLS.
What is the average price per square foot at 1197 PARK AVENUE?
Per-square-foot pricing is calculated from closed sale transactions in the Sales History section above. Actual pricing varies by floor, exposure, renovation level, and unit layout. For a current valuation, contact Milton for a building-specific comparable market analysis.
What is the closest subway to 1197 PARK AVENUE?
The closest subway stop is 96 St (6, Q lines), approximately 498 ft away. Walking distances are approximate.
How can I see the full sales history for 1197 PARK AVENUE?
The Sales History section on this page shows closed transactions from the REBNY Listing Service (RLS). For full deed and mortgage history back to 1966, including lien searches and ownership chain verification, use ACRIS, NYC's free official property records system. Our step-by-step guide explains exactly how: ACRIS NYC: How to Search Deeds, Liens & Owner Records Free.
Who should I contact about a listing at 1197 PARK AVENUE?
Milton Coste, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker at Keller Williams NYC. Call or text (917) 416-7433, email milton@miltoncoste.com, or schedule a consultation online. Milton has represented buyers and sellers across all five boroughs for 25+ years.
Who owns 1197 PARK AVENUE?
The current owner of 1197 PARK AVENUE is recorded in the most recent deed on file with the NYC Department of Finance ACRIS system. To find the current owner: (1) visit acris.nyc.gov, (2) search by BBL 1-01523-0001 or by address, (3) sort by date descending and find the most recent deed. The grantee (buyer) on that deed is the current owner. If the owner is an LLC, look up the LLC's managing member at the NY Department of State Business Entity Database.
What is the BBL for 1197 PARK AVENUE?
The BBL (Borough, Block, Lot) for 1197 PARK AVENUE is 1-01523-0001. The first digit (1) identifies the borough: Manhattan. The next 5 digits are the tax block (1523) and the last 4 are the lot within that block (1). BBLs never change even when addresses are renumbered, which makes them the most reliable identifier for NYC public records like ACRIS deeds, DOB permits, and tax bills.
Where can I find the deed history for 1197 PARK AVENUE?
Every recorded deed for 1197 PARK AVENUE since 1966 is searchable for free at acris.nyc.gov. Search by BBL 1-01523-0001 for the most reliable results. The deed history shows every ownership transfer with grantor (seller), grantee (buyer), date, and recorded sale price. Older transfers may show LLC names. To trace the LLC's managing member, cross-reference with the NY Department of State at apps.dos.ny.gov. Our step-by-step ACRIS guide walks through the full process.

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