SOLD FOR $850,000
· Closed September 16, 2013
1270 5TH Avenue #5S
MLS® #RLS10002235
Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
2
Bedrooms
2
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1959
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: West facing
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Feb 5, 2013 | $895,000 | - |
| Currently | May 19, 2026 | $850,000 | -5.0% |
Description
YOU ARE IN LUCK-the perfect wreck has just been listed!!! Here is your rare opportunity to buy an apartment where every room has spectacular views of Central Park and the beautiful Pond from huge picture windows that frame the view and from where you can watch the seasons change.
This apartment is presently configured as a two bedroom, kitchen and Living Room with 1.5 baths with lots of beautiful natural light. The entire apartment awaits your special taste and touch as it is in need of a gut renovation.
The building has a garage, storage and laundry facilities. The allowable financing is 80%, the tax deduction is 47% and the utilities are included in the already low maintenance charges of $1136 per month. The asking price is $895,000. The Flip Tax is $20 per share payable by the seller.
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About East Harlem
View All East Harlem ListingsEast Harlem, also known as El Barrio, is a neighborhood rich in culture, art, and history. Known for its colorful murals and the historic La Marqueta, the area features a growing number of new residential developments alongside historic buildings. The real estate market offers some of Manhattan's most accessible price points, featuring a mix of historic walk-up cooperatives, value-driven HDFC units, and a surge of new luxury condominium developments that offer modern amenities and easy access to the Upper East Side.
East Harlem Live Market Data
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69
Median Asking Price
$745K
Median $/Sqft
$825
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
3
Price Reduced
30%
Sold (30 Days)
1
Median Sale Price
$2.56M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/18/26, 9:15 PM EST
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1270 5TH Avenue #5S, East Harlem, New York County • Near EAST 108 STREET and EAST 109 STREET
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $1,137 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1959, making it approximately 67 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) 416-7433Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Carole Caine
Listing Contact: (212) 906-9224
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