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12 E 87TH Street #6D
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$679,000

12 E 87TH Street #6D

Carnegie Hill, Manhattan

The Capitol

MLS® #RLS20059711

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1920

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1920
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,000/mo
Neighborhood Carnegie Hill
Floor 6 of 8

Property Highlights

  • Character: Pre-war building (1920)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 6 of 8
Pets Yes
Year Built 1920
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1498-0061-00012-000-000006D
Block/Lot 01498/0061

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 13, 2025 $739,000 -
Price Reduced Apr 16, 2026 $699,000 -5.4%
Currently May 5, 2026 $679,000 -2.9%

Description

Sophisticated Carnegie Hill One-Bedroom Near Central Park

Just across from Central Park, this well-proportioned one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence at 12 East 87th Street offers classic charm and modern convenience. With only four apartments per floor, the home provides a sense of privacy and calm in the heart of the Upper East Side.

A welcoming entryway opens into a bright living space featuring large windows, lovely hardwood floors, and excellent closet space. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, wonderful for everyday cooking or entertaining. The off-suite bathroom is conveniently located for both residents and guests.

The spacious bedroom includes two closets and ample room for a king-sized bed and additional furniture.

The Capitol is a well-maintained cooperative offering a part-time doorman (12-8 PM), a live-in superintendent, and a pet-friendly policy. Flexible ownership options include pied-à-terre use, subletting, co-purchasing, gifting, LLC ownership, and guarantors (case-by-case). Financing up to 65 percent is permitted.

Perfectly positioned between Fifth and Madison Avenues, this charming home places you moments from the best of Carnegie Hill - Central Park, the city's top museums, fine dining, and boutique shopping.

This sophisticated home awaits its next chapter in one of Manhattan's most desirable neighborhoods.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Building Other

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Storage

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building The Capitol
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 25
Stories 8
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,000/mo
Original Price $739,000
Previous Price $699,000

Carnegie Hill is a low-traffic residential section of the Upper East Side defined by proximity to Central Park and Museum Mile. The area features low-rise historic architecture and large pre-war cooperatives, with landmarked blocks and boutique retail along Madison Avenue.

Carnegie Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

138

Median Asking Price

$2.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,701

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

7

Price Reduced

35%

Sold (30 Days)

12

Median Sale Price

$2.50M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/5/26, 12:49 PM EST

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Location

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12 E 87TH Street #6D, Carnegie Hill, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1932
Year Built
94 years old
6
Floors
174
Residential Units
R7A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $8,990,100
Land Value: $471,150
Exemptions: $164,725

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

Lot Area: 52,333 SF
Building Area: 222,787 SF
Built FAR: 4.26
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 monthly maintenance are $2,000 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 1920, making it approximately 106 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are permitted at this property: Pets Allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Pets Allowed. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

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: RLS20059711
First Listed: 11/13/2025
On Market: 11/13/2025
Price Changed: 4/16/2026
Contract Date: 11/13/2025

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - MELISSA L HERNANDEZ

Listing Contact: (917) 968-1049

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