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SOLD FOR $430,000

· Closed December 13, 2022

12 E 97TH Street #1L
Closed For Sale Co-op

$430,000

$860 per sq ft

12 E 97TH Street #1L

Upper East Side, Manhattan

12 E 97TH ST OWNERS

MLS® #RLS10814023

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

500

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 500 sq ft
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $989/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 1 of 11

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1928)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 1 of 11
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Cross Street 5 AVENUE and MADISON AVENUE
Year Built 1928
Living Area 500 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1602-0060-00012-000-000001L

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 17, 2022 $450,000 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $430,000 -4.4%

Description

Located right off Fifth Avenue on Manhattan's Upper East Side, is this quiet charming one bedroom apartment. A perfect pied-a-terre or primary residence, this attractive apartment has a comfortable living room, a separate full kitchen with dishwasher and a separate bedroom and bath. There is an additonal interior room separated from the LR with pretty french doors. Prewar details include beamed ceilings and hardwood floors. The outlook is to the south into a back courtyard with garden. The building is prewar and pet friendly, with full-time doorman and live-in super. It has a beautiful lobby and lovely garden entry with ramp access. In the basement is a windowed laundry room, a bike room, and a common storage room with designated spaces for each apartment. 12 East 97th Street is in the popular Carnegie Hill neighborhood near the Reservoir jogging paths, Central Park tennis courts, and the East Meadow. It is a quick walk to the Conservatory Gardens and many museums, shops and restaurants. There is a capital assessment of $33.11 per month through December 2022.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $989/mo
Original Price $450,000
Sale Price $430,000
Previous Price $450,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 6:05 AM EST

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Location

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12 E 97TH Street #1L, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 5 AVENUE and MADISON AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1969
Year Built
57 years old
3
Floors
3
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $111,000
Land Value: $9,780
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 3,252 SF
Built FAR: 1.63
Allowed FAR: 1.5

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 $989 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 500 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1928, making it approximately 98 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. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $430,000 for 500 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $860. 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: RLS10814023
First Listed: 6/17/2022
Price Changed: 12/13/2022
Closed: 12/13/2022
Contract Date: 6/17/2022

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - John Slattery

Listing Contact: (646) 258-8762

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