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870 Fifth Avenue #2E
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Pending For Sale Co-op

$1,675,000

870 Fifth Avenue #2E

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20071496

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Listing by Sothebys International Realty

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1948

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1948
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,285/mo
Neighborhood Lenox Hill
Floor 2 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South facing

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 2 of 20
Exposure East,North,South
Pets Yes
Year Built 1948
Structure Type HighRise
Furnished Unfurnished
Block/Lot 1383/1

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.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common On Floor Common Area Laundry Room

Building Amenities

Elevators

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building Information

Total Units 94
Stories 20
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,285/mo

Lenox 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

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Active 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

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870 Fifth Avenue #2E, Lenox Hill, New York County

Floor Plans

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MLS® ID: RLS20071496
First Listed: 2/11/2026
On Market: 2/11/2026
Price Changed: 2/11/2026
Pending Since: 2/25/2026
Contract Date: 2/10/2026

Listing Courtesy of Sothebys International Realty - Harry Nasser

Listing Contact: 9175208519

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