Milton Coste

Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker

(917) 416-7433

686 2 AVENUE

Manhattan · Murray Hill · New York, NY 10016

Built 1941 6 Floors 83 Units Elevator Apartments
A
100/100
Compliance Score

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

What This Means for Buyers

686 2 AVENUE is a mid-size pre-war elevator apartments building with walk-up in Murray Hill. Murray Hill offers a central Manhattan location with a surprisingly neighborhood-like feel. Known for its historic 'Sniffen Court' and a mix of mid-century high-rises and 19th-century townhouses, it i... Zoned C1-9, this building sits in a local retail uses serving nearby residents. The building has a clean compliance record with no open violations.

Murray Hill

Murray Hill offers a central Manhattan location with a surprisingly neighborhood-like feel. Known for its historic 'Sniffen Court' and a mix of mid-century high-rises and 19th-century townhouses, it is a popular choice for professionals seeking proximity to Grand Central and Midtown. The neighborhood is particularly well-regarded for offering a wide range of price points, from entry-level studio cooperatives to expansive luxury penthouses.

View Full Neighborhood Profile

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: 1-00943-0001

New to ACRIS? Read our step-by-step guide.

Looking to buy in this building?

See active sale listings in Murray Hill and similar buildings nearby.

View Murray Hill listings

Active Listings in This Building

RLS Logo

Listing data provided by the REBNY Listing Service (RLS) and may not reflect all available activity. All listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listing broker is identified in each listing detail.

Recently Rented in This Building

Listing Rented

$4,000/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Christies International Real Estate Group LLC

Listing Rented

$2,995/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New York Properties

Listing Rented

$6,500/mo

3 bed · 2 bath

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Listing Rented

$3,200/mo

2 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Living Real Estate Group

Listing Rented

$3,150/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by BOND New York

Listing Rented

$3,150/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by BOND New York

Listing Rented

$3,500/mo

2 bed · 2 bath

Listing by R New York

Listing Rented

$2,200/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Compass

Listing Rented

$3,200/mo

2 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,150/mo

2 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,000/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,350/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,300/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,250/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,100/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Bohemia Realty Group

Listing Rented

$2,525/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Zumper

Listing Rented

$5,500/mo

3 bed · 2 bath

Listing by Compass

Listing Rented

$3,495/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Corcoran Group

Listing Rented

$2,250/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,250/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,200/mo

2 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,500/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,450/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Elliman

Listing Rented

$2,350/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,500/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,695/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by The Corcoran Group

Listing Rented

$2,800/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,250/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,500/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,000/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,450/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,150/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,350/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,500/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Compass

Listing Rented

$3,350/mo

2 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,000/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,500/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,000/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$5,400/mo

3 bed · 2 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,000/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,400/mo

2 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,550/mo

2 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,250/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,400/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,300/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,500/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,400/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,950/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$3,200/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Apartment Luxe Realty Group, Inc.

Listing Rented

$2,295/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by BOND New York

RLS Logo

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

Sales History

Date Unit Beds Price Sq Ft
Jul 13, 2026Unit 3AStudio$382,000-
Feb 7, 2023Unit 6E2BR$812,5001,250
Aug 18, 2022Unit 5F1BR$550,000800
Oct 30, 2023Unit 3FG2BR$860,000-
Jan 17, 2017Unit 2E2BRN/A-
Apr 24, 2018Unit 2HStudio$360,000-
Jan 23, 2020Unit 5-GStudio$330,000550
Sep 14, 2017Unit 5-BStudioN/A500
Nov 11, 2013Unit PH-E2BR$675,0001,250
Jul 15, 2021Unit 6C1BR$530,500-
Oct 1, 2024Unit 3J1BR$550,000-
Jan 9, 2014Unit 3K2BR$680,0001,200
Mar 6, 2018Unit 5L2BR$650,000800
Jul 26, 2024Unit 4J1BR$540,000-
Jan 29, 2015Unit 3J1BRN/A-
Sep 13, 2013Unit 2E2BRN/A-
Feb 27, 2014Unit 6-C1BR$479,000-
Jul 27, 2022Unit 6N1BR$547,000800
Jan 27, 2021Unit 1J2BR$680,000730
RLS

Closed sale data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Rental History

Unit Lease Date Rent Beds Baths Sq Ft
Unit 6JJan 6, 2025$4,000/mo11800
Unit 5HAug 28, 2024$2,995/mo01-
Unit 3LMJul 1, 2023$6,500/mo32-
Unit 4AFeb 10, 2020$3,200/mo21-
Unit 6NAug 21, 2018$3,050/mo11850
Unit 5CNov 30, 2017$3,150/mo11-
Unit 6-EFeb 27, 2013$3,500/mo221,250
Unit 5-CAug 18, 2021$2,200/mo01-
Unit 1-LJul 1, 2019$3,200/mo21-
Unit 4-LApr 8, 2019$3,150/mo21-
Unit 4-LNov 10, 2017$3,000/mo11-
Unit 5-PFeb 17, 2017$2,350/mo01-
Unit 4-BApr 20, 2016$2,300/mo01-
Unit 5-AApr 20, 2016$2,250/mo01-
Unit 3CApr 24, 2019$2,100/mo01-
Unit 2ANov 1, 2018$2,525/mo01-
Unit PHDec 9, 2024$5,500/mo32-
Unit 2MMar 14, 2023$3,495/mo11-
Unit 5-GAug 16, 2017$2,250/mo01550
Unit 6-AJul 16, 2017$2,250/mo01550
Unit 5-NAug 14, 2017$3,200/mo21-
Unit 5-HJan 28, 2017$2,500/mo01-
Unit 4FAug 22, 2013$2,450/mo11950
Unit 4-GJun 14, 2018$2,350/mo01-
Unit 6-GJan 14, 2016$2,500/mo01-
Unit 5NApr 1, 2013$2,695/mo11800
Unit 1-AFeb 23, 2016$2,800/mo01-
Unit 4-MMay 9, 2016$3,250/mo11-
Unit 6-GFeb 8, 2018$2,500/mo01-
Unit 3-DMar 7, 2016$3,000/mo11-
Unit 5-GApr 23, 2018$2,450/mo01-
Unit 1-FMay 8, 2018$3,150/mo11950
Unit 5-PMar 8, 2018$2,350/mo01-
Unit 3-JJul 13, 2018$3,500/mo11-
Unit 1-LSep 18, 2015$3,350/mo21-
Unit 4-AMar 10, 2015$3,000/mo01550
Unit 2-AJun 16, 2015$2,500/mo01550
Unit 4-JJun 16, 2015$3,000/mo11-
Unit MAISAug 28, 2016$5,400/mo321,500
Unit 4-MMay 6, 2015$3,000/mo11800
Unit 1-LAug 16, 2016$3,400/mo21-
Unit 2-KMar 25, 2015$3,550/mo21-
Unit 4-LSep 2, 2016$3,250/mo11-
Unit 4-NAug 30, 2018$3,400/mo11-
Unit 5-AMay 23, 2018$2,300/mo01-
Unit 4-PAug 22, 2015$2,500/mo01-
Unit 4-BSep 25, 2017$2,400/mo01-
Unit 3-DJan 16, 2015$2,950/mo11-
Unit 6-MMay 22, 2015$3,200/mo11800
Unit 2BApr 23, 2018$2,250/mo01-
RLS

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

Grand Central-42 St

0.44 mi away

4567S

Approximate walking distances.

Nearby Schools

No public schools found within walking distance.

Permits & Renovations

No recent permit filings found.

Zoning & Development

Zoning District
C1-9

Local retail uses serving nearby residents.

Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
4.94 / 10.00
51% development potential remaining

Building Details

Owner of Record
303 EAST 37TH ST OWNERS CORP
Physical
Building Class
Elevator Apartments (D4)
Land Use
3
Year Built
1941
Floors
6
Total Units
83
Gross Floor Area
80,000 sq ft
Lot Area
16,200 sq ft
Lot Frontage
123.42 ft
Lot Depth
137 ft
Municipal Districts
Community District
CD 6
City Council
District 4
School District
2
Police Precinct
17
Fire Company
E021
Sanitation District
6
BBL
1009430001.00000000

Source: NYC PLUTO (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Street View

Location

Building Subway 🏫 Elementary 📚 Middle 🎓 High School

Frequently Asked Questions about 686 2 AVENUE

What kind of building is 686 2 AVENUE?
686 2 AVENUE is recorded in NYC PLUTO as a Elevator Apartments (building class D4).
When was 686 2 AVENUE built?
Built in 1941, 6 floors, 83 total units. Data sourced from NYC PLUTO, the city's official tax lot database.
How many units are at 686 2 AVENUE?
83 residential units across 6 floors.
How many apartments are currently for sale at 686 2 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 686 2 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 686 2 AVENUE?
The closest subway stop is Grand Central-42 St (4, 5, 6, 7, S lines), approximately 0.44 mi away. Walking distances are approximate.
How can I see the full sales history for 686 2 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 686 2 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 686 2 AVENUE?
The current owner of 686 2 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 1-00943-0001 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 686 2 AVENUE?
The BBL (Borough, Block, Lot) for 686 2 AVENUE is 1-00943-0001. The first digit (1) identifies the borough: Manhattan. The next 5 digits are the tax block (943) 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 686 2 AVENUE?
Every recorded deed for 686 2 AVENUE since 1966 is searchable for free at acris.nyc.gov. Search by BBL 1-00943-0001 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.

Interested in 686 2 AVENUE?

Milton Coste is a Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker at Keller Williams NYC with 25+ years across all five boroughs. Call, text, or schedule a free consultation.

Call Text Valuation