Under Contract – Backup offers may be accepted
870 Fifth Avenue #2E
MLS® #RLS20071496
Listing by Sothebys International Realty
2
Bedrooms
2
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1948
Year Built
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- Exposure: East,North,South facing
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Description
This Spacious and Luminous 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, beautifully designed apartment in a Mid Century Style is located on Fifth Avenue at the corner of 68th Street. It features south exposures facing fabulous townhouses and indirect views of Central Park. This space is ideal for entertaining or a perfect private New York City pied-a-terre, close to world-class museums, galleries, shopping and dining. This home, designed by architects Hirsch/Corti, features a fabulous 30 by 14 foot living room, separated by a custom walnut wood wall, creating a gracious entry foyer with a generous coat closet. The foyer flows into the dining area where a custom wall of built-in closets maximizes storage space. The windowed modern kitchen faces the building’s green courtyard and features Basalt slate countertops and high-end appliances. In the private wing, you will find the 2 bedrooms. The primary bedroom faces south and has angled views of Central Park. It features an en-suite custom tiled bathroom, a wall of well-appointed closets and a large walk-in closet with fabulous wood finishes. The quiet second bedroom overlooks the building’s garden. The second bathroom is conveniently placed in the hallway to be used by the second bedroom occupants and visiting guests. The apartment features central air conditioning with an adjustable thermostat. There are new sound reducing windows, plenty of storage, beautiful espresso solid oak parquet floors and a sound system throughout. 870 Fifth Avenue is a white glove building with a full-time doorman, concierge, a live-in resident manager, a new beautiful fitness center, bike storage, private storage cage (at no charge) and a fabulous roof deck with direct central Park Views. 50% financing, washer/dryer, Pied-a-terre, Trusts, co-purchasing, guarantors and pets are allowed. The artwork in the living room has been virtually staged for inspirational purposes. The proximity to Central Park, famous Museums, elegant restaurants and the legendary Madison Avenue shopping make this location one of the finest in New York City. Easy access to the west side and different galleries and cultural centers. 3% Flip Tax payable by the buyer. This is a special apartment. Not to be missed. Please contact us for an appointment today.
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About Lenox Hill
View All Lenox Hill ListingsLenox Hill offers a sophisticated blend of residential tranquility and cosmopolitan convenience. As one of the most coveted sections of the Upper East Side, the neighborhood is defined by its proximity to Central Park, world-class medical institutions, and the high-end boutiques of Madison Avenue. The housing stock here is wide-ranging, from palatial pre-war cooperatives to sleek, modern condominiums that offer sweeping views of the East River and the city skyline.
Lenox Hill Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
583
Median Asking Price
$1.70M
Median $/Sqft
$1,474
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
37
Price Reduced
34%
Sold (30 Days)
70
Median Sale Price
$1.35M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/15/26, 7:30 PM EST
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Location
870 Fifth Avenue #2E, Lenox Hill, New York County
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