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· Closed September 29, 2022

188 E 70TH Street #5D
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,200,000

188 E 70TH Street #5D

Upper East Side, Manhattan

TRAFALGAR HOUSE

MLS® #RLS10799260

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

1.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1985

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Year Built 1985
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,512/mo
Property Taxes $11,976/yr
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 31

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 5 of 31
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street Lexington & Third Avenues
Year Built 1985
Parcel # 1404-1216

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 29, 2021 $1,239,000 -
Price Reduced Sep 30, 2022 $1,215,000 -1.9%
Currently May 5, 2026 $1,200,000 -1.2%

Description

DEAL FELL THROUGH PRICE REDUCED

This oversized One bedroom, One and a half Bath home, West of 3rd Avenue, is located in one of the Premier Full-Service Condominiums on the Upper East Side.

A gracious Entry Foyer leads to a generously scaled Living Room with northern exposure and abundance of light with large picture windows. This apartment faces the front of the building onto 70th Street with lovely views of this beautiful townhouse street.

There is a top of the line open Kitchen with granite countertops, an eat-in breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances and stone floor.

The spacious Bedroom has tons of Closets, a dressing area and an en-suite marble Bathroom. Additionally, there is an elegant, well appointed, marble Powder Room.

This gorgeous 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Marble Bath apartment is in impeccable condition and features: beautiful Oak Wood floors throughout the apartment, 9 foot ceilings, tons of closets and open Views. Washer and dryers are permitted in the apartment.

The Trafalgar House is an impeccably maintained, 31 story post war Condominium and enjoys a reputation for being well managed and having a great staff. It is in a prime location on the UES, well situated on a quiet, tree lined block between Lexington & 3rd Avenue. With a welcoming lobby, the Condominium is also knows for its interior garden and the lower level has a children's playroom and large fitness center. Easy access to the myriad of UES restaurants, museums, shopping and transportation.

It is "Simply Must See." Whether your primary home, pied-a-terre or investment opportunity, this corner apartment has it all!
Pets are Welcome!

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,512/mo
RE Taxes $11,976/yr ($998/mo)
Original Price $1,239,000
Sale Price $1,200,000
Previous Price $1,215,000

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

333

Median Asking Price

$1.72M

Median $/Sqft

$1,527

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

16

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

38

Median Sale Price

$1.56M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/5/26, 1:55 AM EST

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Location

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188 E 70TH Street #5D, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Lexington & Third Avenues

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1986
Year Built
40 years old
31
Floors
97
Residential Units
C1-9
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $30,110,851
Land Value: $3,594,152
Exemptions: $1,162,667

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

Lot Area: 7,531 SF
Building Area: 124,816 SF
Built FAR: 16.57
Allowed FAR: 10

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

The current listed common charges are $1,512 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $11,976, or roughly $998 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1985, making it approximately 41 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. 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: RLS10799260
First Listed: 11/29/2021
Price Changed: 9/30/2022
Closed: 9/29/2022
Contract Date: 11/29/2021

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Monica Podell

Listing Contact: (212) 381-3231

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