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SOLD FOR $1,325,000

· Closed January 4, 2023

161 E 90TH Street #PHB
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,325,000

161 E 90TH Street #PHB

Upper East Side, Manhattan

TRAFALGAR COURTS

MLS® #RLS10817798

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1923

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1923
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,457/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 9 of 9

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Outdoor Space: Terrace
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 9 of 9
Exposure North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE
Year Built 1923
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1519-0025-00161-000-0000PHB

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 7, 2022 $1,395,000 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $1,325,000 -5.0%

Description

Penthouse B is a perfect move-in ready pre-war 1 bedroom/convertible 2 bedroom with a south facing terrace in a well-run, charming, Carnegie Hill cooperative. Rare opportunity to own this light flooded jewel of 161 East 90th Street's penthouse 9th floor on a lovely brownstone block. Owned by an interior designer, this residence has all the detail and charm that you'd expect from a professional. You'll dine alfresco day and night on your private terrace, complete with a retractable awning and outdoor lighting, accessed from the living room or through the bedroom's French doors. This wonderful home offers the advantages of city living with skyline views both south and north and the perks of a country home with beautiful outdoor space.

A welcoming entrance gallery leads to the windowed dining room, which can be converted to a 2nd bedroom. Vintage doors cleverly conceal a home office. Enjoy cooking in the newly renovated kitchen with stainless appliances, quartz countertop, and porcelain backsplash and tile floor.

The spacious sun-filled living room features a wood burning fireplace and skylights with a soaring ceiling. A wall of custom-built cabinetry provides an abundance of storage.

Rest well in the comfortable bedroom looking out onto the terrace. And you'll surely appreciate the two large closets. The ensuite paneled marble floor bathroom has a glass enclosed shower and custom storage cabinet.

High ceilings, hardwood floors and thru-wall a/c complete this outstanding pre-war residence.

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161 East 90th Street, Trafalgar Court, is an established cooperative with a live-in superintendent who is also part-time doorman Monday-Friday 5-6:30, receiving and delivering packages. The building features a landscaped courtyard with gas grill, children's playroom, no-fee laundry room, no-fee individual storage cages and bicycle storage. Pet friendly. Pied-a-terres, gifting, and family guarantors allowed. Just a few blocks away enjoy Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Cooper Hewitt, the Guggenheim Museum and 92nd St Y. Shopping is easy with Whole Foods, Westside Market and Gristedes all nearby. Dining options are plentiful: Paola's, Sfoglia, Island, Korali Estiatorio, Table D'Hote, Pascalou, Vicolina, Eli's Essentials and Wine Bar, and Kaia Wine Bar to name just a few. Convenient to Lexington and Second Avenue subways.

Features & Amenities

Exterior Features

Terrace

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,457/mo
Original Price $1,395,000
Sale Price $1,325,000
Previous Price $1,395,000

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

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161 E 90TH Street #PHB, Upper East Side, New York County • Near LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1926
Year Built
100 years old
9
Floors
27
Residential Units
R8B
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $4,230,900
Land Value: $472,500
Exemptions: $9,160

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

Lot Area: 7,550 SF
Building Area: 38,117 SF
Built FAR: 5.05
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 $2,457 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 1923, making it approximately 103 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.

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: RLS10817798
First Listed: 10/7/2022
Price Changed: 1/4/2023
Closed: 1/4/2023
Contract Date: 10/7/2022

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Diane Silberstein

Listing Contact: (917) 825-5014

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

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