SOLD FOR $600,000
Listed at $625,000 · Sold 4.0% below asking · Closed July 16, 2024
4-74 48th Avenue #PH-1C
MLS® #RLS10987899
Listing by Modern Spaces
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
925
Sq. Ft.
1997
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City, River
- Exposure: East,North,West facing
- Outdoor Space: Balcony
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Description
Just listed!
All Open Houses & showings are by appointment only.
We invite you to schedule a private viewing of this bright extra large penthouse apartment, boasting panoramic views of the Triboro and Whitestone Bridges, the East River, and the 59th Street Bridge. Bask in the breathtaking unobstructed views from Citylights, Long Island City’s first luxury high-rise residence.
This unit offers a cozy interior ideal for quiet nights at home and intimate get-togethers. Oversized, double-insulated windows invite you to enjoy incredible direct views of the NYC skyline and beyond.
Consisting of approximately 925 square feet, this Convertible two-bedroom has an efficient layout featuring a beautifully renovated kitchen with top-of-the-line Stainless Steel GE Profile appliances. The hardwood floors throughout add a touch of warmth to the home, and the custom wood cabinetry offers plenty of storage, which is accented by an oversized marble island for comfortable seating.
The generous Main Bedroom features a king-sized bed and walk-in closet with abundant storage. Savor your morning coffee while watching sunrises over Long Island City and enjoy incredible sunsets over Manhattan from your private balcony.
Total maintenance* of $3,019, is about 23-54% tax-deductible. *Maintenance is inclusive of building’s real estate tax obligation.
Citylights is Long Island City’s first luxury high-rise residence, designed by famed Argentine-American architect Cesar Pelli. This Condop has no board interview required.
Enjoy the outdoor tennis court, Health Club, free gym – staffed & fully equipped with 2 Peloton cycles, well maintained cardio machines and Star Trac Fitness Equipment, free weight room, yoga/workout studio, saunas, showers, and lockers. Building amenities also include a 24/7 doorman/concierge, a five-level indoor garage (tenants enjoy a reduced rate), a meeting room, two large landscaped common areas, and bike storage.
Live in Long Island City – Minutes to Midtown!
Enjoy famous NYC skyline sunsets from the comfort of your apartment. Join the vibrant neighborhood of Long Island City, close to shops, restaurants, and attractions. Visit the Michelin-rated Casa Enrique, M. Wells Steakhouse, Kaiyo Omakase (sushi), Maiella, R40, 4747 Restaurant, Little Chef Little Cafe, bakeries, bubble tea shops, day spas, and more.
One Block from Duane Reade or CVS Drug Stores and FoodCellar grocery store, this building is in the heart of a bustling community. Enjoy direct access to the beautiful Hunters Point South Parks and Gantry State Park, with four piers extending into the East River.
Three Blocks to the Vernon Boulevard-Jackson Avenue 7 Train Subway with convenient access to E, M, G, and N, NYC Ferry service to Manhattan, and easy driving access to Long Island Expressway (495 LIE) and BQE. This exciting neighborhood is just one stop from Grand Central Station and waiting for your arrival.
Citylights is a no-smoking & Pet Friendly building
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About Long Island City
View All Long Island City ListingsLong Island City sits directly across the East River from Midtown Manhattan, reachable in one stop on the 7 train. LIC has added more than 12,000 residential units since 2015, transforming former industrial blocks into a corridor of glass-tower condos, converted loft co-ops, and rental high-rises along the waterfront. Gantry Plaza State Park, MoMA PS1, and the Hunters Point Library anchor the neighborhood’s cultural identity. Median condo prices run roughly 30-40% below comparable Manhattan waterfront units, drawing both first-time buyers and investors looking for appreciation in one of the city’s highest-growth zip codes.
Long Island City Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
168
Median Asking Price
$1.20M
Median $/Sqft
$1,525
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
12
Price Reduced
16%
Sold (30 Days)
14
Median Sale Price
$1.27M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/18/26, 12:50 AM EST
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4-74 48th Avenue #PH-1C, Long Island City, Queens County • Near Center Boulevard/5th Street
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