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217 E 5TH Street #2
Closed For Sale Condop

$780,000

$1,200 per sq ft

217 E 5TH Street #2

East Village, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10471682

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

650

Sq. Ft.

1880

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 650 sq ft
Year Built 1880
Ownership Condop
HOA/Common Charges $957/mo
Neighborhood East Village
Floor 2 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1880)

Property Details

Type Condop
Ownership Condop
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 5
Exposure North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street Cooper Square & Second Avenue
Year Built 1880
Living Area 650 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 0461-1102-00217-000-0000002

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 27, 2016 $799,000 -
Price Reduced Nov 11, 2016 $786,000 -1.6%
Currently Apr 27, 2026 $780,000 -0.8%

Description

Unique Village one bedroom cond-op rarely available in this ideal location. Located on a residential, tree lined block within the Historic District of the East Village. Clearly the home of an architect, the apartment has been restored with many special custom details. This home has double exposures due to this floor-through unit. The sunny living room faces South and the quiet bedroom overlooks to the North a leafy private patio. The windowed bathroom has a deep tub and all brand new fixtures. The eat-in kitchen features a Gaggenau cooktop, and never been used stainless refrigerator. Lots of storage space with four large closets and a bonus room. You will love the neighborhood and all its convenience ! Three blocks to Astor Place subway station.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Eat In Kitchen Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 10
Stories 5
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Common Charges $957/mo
Original Price $799,000
Sale Price $780,000
Previous Price $786,000

The East Village remains New York’s epicenter of counter-culture and artistic expression. Known for its active street life, community gardens, and legendary music venues, the neighborhood offers an energy unlike any other. The real estate market is characterized by historic tenement-style cooperatives, historic low-rise walk-ups, and a growing selection of modern boutique condominiums that offer luxury amenities in Downtown Manhattan.

East Village Live Market Data

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Active Listings

97

Median Asking Price

$1.29M

Median $/Sqft

$1,761

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

7

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

4

Median Sale Price

$1.41M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/26/26, 8:38 PM EST

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217 E 5TH Street #2, East Village, New York County • Near Cooper Square & Second Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
5
Floors
11
Residential Units
R8B
Zoning District
Condominiums Historic District: East Village / Lower East Side Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $2,709,000
Land Value: $180,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,426 SF
Building Area: 9,466 SF
Built FAR: 3.9
Allowed FAR: 4

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 $957 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 650 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1880, making it approximately 146 years old.

This listing is a condop, a hybrid structure where the building is legally a co-op but individual units are sold with greater flexibility, often including subletting rights similar to condos.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

At the current list price of $780,000 for 650 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,200. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10471682
First Listed: 10/27/2016
Price Changed: 11/11/2016
Closed: 6/6/2017
Contract Date: 10/27/2016

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Gwendolyn Sinclair

Listing Contact: (917) 242-2839

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