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SOLD FOR $1,300,000

· Closed November 29, 2018

5-49 Borden Avenue #5-A
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,300,000

$1,111 per sq ft

5-49 Borden Avenue #5-A

Long Island City, Queens

MLS® #RLS10419975

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Modern Spaces, LLC

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,170

Sq. Ft.

2008

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,170 sq ft
Year Built 2008
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $910/mo
Property Taxes $420/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Long Island City
Floor 5 of 12

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Outdoor Space: Terrace
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 5 of 12
Exposure South
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street 5th Street/Vernon Boulevard
Year Built 2008
Living Area 1,170 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 34/7501

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 16, 2018 $1,300,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 18, 2018 $1,350,000 +3.8%

Description

Very spacious south facing corner 2 bed/2 bath in the sought after One Hunters Point condo building located 2 blocks from the 7 train and ferry. Kitchen is chef?s delight with lots of counter space, cabinets, Fisher & Paykel fridge, stove, dishwasher, Sharp microwave and Bosch w/d in the unit. This well-run building with live in Super is pet friendly includes a lounge room, outdoor garden with BBQs, gym and full time doorman. Low common charges also include gas. There is a 421-A tax abatement in place until 2024. This unit also includes for an additional cost of $50,000 a private roof cabana where you can enjoy sweeping city views all the way to Brooklyn and amazing sunsets while hosting friends and families. Additionally, this unit offers a parking spot in sister building Hunters View located a few blocks away for $90,000. Roof cabana and parking are deeded separately.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Building Roof Deck Terrace

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 12

Financial Details

Common Charges $910/mo
RE Taxes $420/yr ($35/mo)
Sale Price $1,300,000
Previous Price $1,350,000

Long Island City sits directly across the East River from Midtown Manhattan, reachable in one stop on the 7 train. LIC has added more than 12,000 residential units since 2015, transforming former industrial blocks into a corridor of glass-tower condos, converted loft co-ops, and rental high-rises along the waterfront. Gantry Plaza State Park, MoMA PS1, and the Hunters Point Library anchor the neighborhood’s cultural identity. Median condo prices run roughly 30-40% below comparable Manhattan waterfront units, drawing both first-time buyers and investors looking for appreciation in one of the city’s highest-growth zip codes.

Long Island City Live Market Data

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Active Listings

165

Median Asking Price

$1.20M

Median $/Sqft

$1,526

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

9

Price Reduced

18%

Sold (30 Days)

13

Median Sale Price

$1.27M

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5-49 Borden Avenue #5-A, Long Island City, Queens County • Near 5th Street/Vernon Boulevard

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

2008
Year Built
18 years old
12
Floors
132
Residential Units
M1-5/R7X
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $13,566,294
Land Value: $497,247
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 25,518 SF
Building Area: 130,984 SF
Built FAR: 5.13
Allowed FAR: 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 common charges are $910 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $420, or roughly $35 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,170 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 2008, making it approximately 18 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,300,000 for 1,170 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,111. 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: RLS10419975
First Listed: 5/16/2018
Price Changed: 6/18/2018
Closed: 11/29/2018
Contract Date: 5/16/2018

Listing Courtesy of Modern Spaces, LLC - Mary Beth McGill

Listing Contact: 415-225-463

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