Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433
521 E 83RD Street #5E
Closed For Sale Co-op

$395,000

521 E 83RD Street #5E

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10873536

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1925
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $987/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1925)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 5
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Cross Street YORK AVENUE and EAST END AVENUE
Year Built 1925
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1580-0014-00521-000-000005E

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 5, 2023 $425,000 -
Price Reduced Jul 20, 2023 $400,000 -5.9%
Currently May 1, 2026 $395,000 -1.3%

Description

Welcome to the top floor where you get the most light and quiet! This cheerful oversized one bedroom + home office/den is now available. This coop is located on a very peaceful tree-lined block offering sanctuary from the rest of the city. With 3 air conditioning units already installed, it has bright southern exposures, a ceiling fan in every room and loads of closet space. Lots of room for someone looking for a full-sized eat-in kitchen which includes a dishwasher, new oven, new refrigerator and a microwave. A flexible office/den/nursery/dining room flows naturally next to the living room. The main bedroom teeming with divine southern light is truly spacious, even with a king-sized bed.

As a bonus for the residents, this coop walkup provides FREE laundry/storage in the basement. Pets, pied-a-terres and sublets are allowed.

Half a block away is scenic Carl Schurz Park overlooking the East River which has lovely gardens, playground, basketball/hockey courts, big and little doggy runs, bike/runner's path. Gracie Mansion situated right in the center of the park is the home for the NYC mayor. Restaurants, cafes and Mom and Pop stores are all around this quiet enclave in the Upper East. Convenient to M86, M79, M31 buses, Subway and NYC Ferry and FDR Drive. Don't miss out on this flexible 2-bedroom gem!

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $987/mo
Original Price $425,000
Sale Price $395,000
Previous Price $400,000

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

335

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,585

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

21

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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521 E 83RD Street #5E, Upper East Side, New York County • Near YORK AVENUE and EAST END AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1922
Year Built
104 years old
3
Floors
6
Residential Units
R5B
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $548,100
Land Value: $108,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 3,000 SF
Building Area: 5,325 SF
Built FAR: 1.78
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 $987 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 1925, making it approximately 101 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: RLS10873536
First Listed: 1/5/2023
Price Changed: 7/20/2023
Closed: 7/20/2023
Contract Date: 1/5/2023

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Steven Kramer

Listing Contact: (516) 445-5509

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