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SOLD FOR $780,000

· Closed December 28, 2017

217 E 5TH Street #5
Closed For Sale Condop

$780,000

217 E 5TH Street #5

East Village, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10852703

RLS at REBNY

Listing by CORE Group Marketing, LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1862

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Lot Size 2,426 sq ft
Year Built 1862
Ownership Condop
HOA/Common Charges $957/mo
Neighborhood East Village
Floor 3 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Character: Pre-war building (1862)

Property Details

Type Condop
Ownership Condop
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 3 of 5
Pets Yes
Year Built 1862
Lot Size 2,426 sq ft
Parcel # 0461-1102-00217-000-0000005

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 19, 2017 $795,000 -
Currently Apr 26, 2026 $780,000 -1.9%

Description

Located in the heart of the East Village, this charming floor-through apartment offers two decorative fireplaces and exposed brick just three flights up a beautiful brownstone condop. Dual exposures provide south-facing views of the treetops of 5th Street from the living area and north-facing views of a quiet courtyard from the sleeping alcove. A long, graciously sized kitchen and full bathroom complete the home.

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $957/mo
Original Price $795,000
Sale Price $780,000

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

8

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

4

Median Sale Price

$1.41M

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217 E 5TH Street #5, East Village, New York County

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.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1862, making it approximately 164 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.

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: RLS10852703
First Listed: 7/19/2017
Closed: 12/28/2017
Contract Date: 7/19/2017

Listing Courtesy of CORE Group Marketing, LLC - Emily Beare

Listing Contact: (212) 726-0786

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