870 5 AVENUE
Manhattan · Upper East Side · New York, NY 10065
No open violations on record. Building is in full compliance.
What This Means for Buyers
870 5 AVENUE is a mid-size 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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ACRIS Records
Every recorded deed, mortgage, and lien since 1966.
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Tax bill, ownership, building class, zoning.
BBL: 1013830001.00000000
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DOB BIS Record
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Permanent Property Identifier
BBL: 1-01383-0001
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Active Listings in This Building
In Contract
$1.68M
2 bed · 2 bath
Listing by Sothebys International Realty
Active
$7.95M
2 bed · 3 bath
Listing by Corcoran Group
In Contract
$2.17M
1 bed · 2 bath
Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Active
$5.00M
2 bed · 3 bath
Listing by Corcoran Group
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.
Sales History
| Date ▼ | Unit | Beds | Price | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2025 | Unit 11D | 2BR | $2,000,000 | 1,600 |
| Apr 25, 2025 | Unit 8A | 3BR | $3,700,000 | - |
| Oct 3, 2024 | Unit 8F | 2BR | $1,517,500 | - |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Unit PHC | 3BR | $4,200,000 | - |
| Jun 17, 2024 | Unit 4H | 4BR | $3,100,000 | - |
| Oct 28, 2024 | Unit 5E | 2BR | $1,625,000 | 1,500 |
| Aug 28, 2024 | Unit 5F | 2BR | $1,615,000 | - |
| Dec 21, 2016 | Unit 11H | 2BR | N/A | - |
| Dec 12, 2016 | Unit 5A | 2BR | N/A | - |
| Apr 22, 2021 | Unit 2/3G | 1BR | $1,295,000 | - |
| Nov 14, 2017 | Unit 6/7G | 1BR | $2,200,000 | - |
| Feb 2, 2017 | Unit 9F | 2BR | $2,200,000 | - |
| Aug 23, 2021 | Unit 3E | 2BR | $2,495,000 | - |
| Apr 13, 2016 | Unit 9H | 4BR | $3,995,000 | - |
| Sep 10, 2024 | Unit 18-C | 3BR | $2,550,000 | 2,400 |
| Apr 30, 2022 | Unit 10-H | 3BR | $2,650,000 | - |
| Mar 22, 2024 | Unit 11H | 3BR | $2,850,000 | - |
| Mar 8, 2024 | Unit 3H | 3BR | $3,250,000 | - |
| Feb 3, 2023 | Unit 4-A | 3BR | $3,125,000 | - |
| Oct 30, 2013 | Unit 12E | 2BR | $2,600,000 | 1,500 |
| Jan 21, 2014 | Unit 7E | 2BR | $2,100,000 | - |
| Sep 9, 2015 | Unit 16D | 1BR | $3,100,000 | - |
| Dec 2, 2015 | Unit 17A | 2BR | $7,125,000 | - |
| Oct 23, 2013 | Unit 10D | 2BR | N/A | - |
| Aug 3, 2021 | Unit 8/9C | 1BR | $1,999,000 | - |
| Jan 24, 2020 | Unit 17-A | 2BR | $10,000,000 | - |
| Aug 24, 2016 | Unit 16-A | 2BR | $6,400,000 | - |
| Mar 26, 2015 | Unit 2-D | 2BR | $2,100,000 | - |
| Jun 21, 2013 | Unit 3-E | 2BR | $1,995,000 | - |
| Dec 31, 2012 | Unit 7-D | 2BR | $2,200,000 | 1,600 |
| May 6, 2026 | Unit 11A | 3BR | $3,550,000 | - |
| Aug 12, 2021 | Unit 11H | 3BR | $2,550,000 | - |
| Jan 25, 2022 | Unit 7E | 2BR | $2,495,000 | - |
| Feb 2, 2022 | Unit 9E | 2BR | $1,800,000 | - |
| Aug 25, 2014 | Unit 2-D | 2BR | N/A | - |
| Sep 5, 2014 | Unit 5F | 2BR | $2,995,000 | - |
| Jun 20, 2012 | Unit 8/9C | 1BR | $1,700,000 | - |
Closed sale 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
68 St-Hunter College
0.24 mi away
Approximate walking distances.
Nearby Schools
No public schools found within walking distance.
Permits & Renovations
No recent permit filings found.
Zoning & Development
Highest density residential, allowing the tallest residential buildings.
Building Details
- Building Class
- Elevator Apartments (D4)
- Land Use
- 3
- Year Built
- 1949
- Last Altered
- 1987
- Floors
- 20
- Total Units
- 102
- Residential Units
- 94
- Gross Floor Area
- 235,448 sq ft
- Lot Area
- 17,750 sq ft
- Lot Frontage
- 100 ft
- Lot Depth
- 200 ft
- Community District
- CD 8
- City Council
- District 4
- School District
- 2
- Police Precinct
- 19
- Fire Company
- E039
- Sanitation District
- 8
- BBL
- 1013830001.00000000
Source: NYC PLUTO (data.cityofnewyork.us)
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