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SOLD FOR $380,000

· Closed March 15, 2022

509 E 88TH Street #2C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$380,000

509 E 88TH Street #2C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10760485

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1895

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1895
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,112/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1895)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 5
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street York Ave/EEA
Year Built 1895
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1585-0007-00509-000-000002C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 7, 2022 $380,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $380,000 -

Description

Welcome home to Residence 2C at 509 East 88th Street. This charming pre-war building is located on a quiet residential tree-lined street that dead ends into the Gracie Mansion and Carl Schurz Park.

- Fully renovated home featuring modern recessed lighting, custom closets, and new doors and appliances .
- Large living room features a bright, quiet window facing the sunny backyard gardens.
- Charming kitchen highlighted by a vintage pre-war brick wall and a bright window.
- Stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, bright white cabinetry and newly installed under cabinet lighting complete the kitchen space.
- Renovated bedroom has ample Elfa closet storage and easily fits a queen-size bed.
- The en-suite bathroom showcases a modern vanity and glass enclosed tub/shower.
- Apartment comes with an excellent basement storage space, 3'by 3'.

509 East 88th Street is a quaint, quiet co-op in a prime location in the Yorkville neighborhood. The building has impressive roof deck views, and in-building laundry. Residents enjoy being close to the Carl Shurz Park and the East River. Transportation is easily accessible via the 2nd Ave Q train as well as the 4, 5, & 6 trains and the 90th Street ferry.

There is a 2% flip tax and the building only allows cats. No dogs are allowed.

First showings will be by appointment on Sunday January 16th from 12pm-2pm.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,112/mo
Sale Price $380,000

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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,500

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

19

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

41

Median Sale Price

$1.59M

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Location

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509 E 88TH Street #2C, Upper East Side, New York County • Near York Ave/EEA

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1910
Year Built
116 years old
5
Floors
20
Residential Units
R8B
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,203,750
Land Value: $281,250
Exemptions: $65,825

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

Lot Area: 2,517 SF
Building Area: 8,825 SF
Built FAR: 3.51
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 $1,112 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 1895, making it approximately 131 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: RLS10760485
First Listed: 1/7/2022
Price Changed: 1/7/2022
Closed: 3/15/2022
Contract Date: 1/7/2022

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Jack Isquith

Listing Contact: (212) 381-2308

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