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SOLD FOR $688,050

· Closed November 19, 2015

55 Ave C #9
Closed For Sale Co-op

$688,050

55 Ave C #9

East Village, Manhattan

55 AVE C HDFC

MLS® #RLS10055857

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1895

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1895
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $300/mo
Neighborhood East Village
Floor 2 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 5
View City
Exposure East,South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street East 4th Street & East 5th Street
Year Built 1895
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 0387-0037-00055-000-0000009

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 9, 2015 $775,000 -
Price Reduced Aug 2, 2015 $695,000 -10.3%
Currently Apr 27, 2026 $688,050 -1.0%

Description

East Village charm fills this lovely full two (2) bedroom, one bath with a full windowed kitchen and windowed bath! Facing South and East, with a window in every room, it is bright and airy. High ceilings and one of the lowest maintenance in the entire City, $300.00, makes this home the one to buy! Live in the heart of the hippest neighborhood in NYC with the lowest carrying charges to be found anywhere! Parental purchase allowed and they do consider pied--terre purchasers. The lobby and hallways have been beautifully renovated, new mosaic work and railings welcome you. A large and airy, landscaped backyard offers a sense of community as well as an oasis to come home to.Most importantly, the building's financials are to be envied. Besides the garden, the building offers a bike room, a super, upcoming private storage and washer/dryer installation is allowed in the apartment. Do not pass up this opportunity! The location places you in the middle of Alphabet City. In the midst of great restaurants and shops, and close to Tompkins Square Park. Hum Charlie Parker solos. This is a must see apartment.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Building Garden

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $300/mo
Original Price $775,000
Sale Price $688,050
Previous Price $695,000

The East Village remains New York’s epicenter of counter-culture and artistic expression. Known for its active street life, community gardens, and legendary music venues, the neighborhood offers an energy unlike any other. The real estate market is characterized by historic tenement-style cooperatives, historic low-rise walk-ups, and a growing selection of modern boutique condominiums that offer luxury amenities in Downtown Manhattan.

East Village Live Market Data

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Active Listings

98

Median Asking Price

$1.30M

Median $/Sqft

$1,763

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

8

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

4

Median Sale Price

$1.41M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/27/26, 5:48 AM EST

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Location

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55 Ave C #9, East Village, New York County • Near East 4th Street & East 5th Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1900
Year Built
126 years old
5
Floors
24
Residential Units
R7A
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,240,650
Land Value: $270,000
Exemptions: $908,698

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

Lot Area: 6,491 SF
Building Area: 21,255 SF
Built FAR: 3.27
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 $300 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms 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: RLS10055857
First Listed: 6/9/2015
Price Changed: 8/2/2015
Closed: 11/19/2015
Contract Date: 6/9/2015

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Tania I Arias

Listing Contact: (917) 886-9195

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RLS at REBNY

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