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SOLD FOR $1,050,000

· Closed June 6, 2023

222 E 71ST Street #2B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,050,000

222 E 71ST Street #2B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10853884

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1925
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,736/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1925)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 2 of 6
Exposure North,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE
Year Built 1925 (New)
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1425-0035-00222-000-000002B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 26, 2022 $1,175,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 7, 2023 $1,095,000 -6.8%
Currently May 2, 2026 $1,050,000 -4.1%

Description

Welcome home to your very spacious 5 room home with a wood burning fireplace, high ceilings, and hardwood floors on one of the best blocks on the Upper Eastside.

Enter through a very gracious entry foyer (perfect to display your art) and into a large living room/ dining room with a wood burning fireplace.

The master bedroom is large enough for a king size bed and the 2nd bedroom is large enough for a queen size bed. Both with charming tree top views. There are also 2 full bathrooms.

The galley cooks kitchen is large and has its own window which is extremely rare.

This home has an extra bonus room originally built as a maids room. Perfect for a 3rd bedroom, home office, or formal dining room.
Please note the current owner opened the wall of the maid's room to the living room. But the wall can easily be put back up as it's original floor plan.

222 East 71st Street is a small charming prewar elevator building with 24 apartments that offers classically chic living on the Upper Eastside. Built in 1925 by the famed architects Treanor and Fatio.

Each apartment has its own storage bin that transfers with the apartment. In addition, there is a laundry room and a building super. 222 E. 71st Street is a pet friendly building and allows pied-a-terres.

Located a short walk to Central Park and some of the city's most exciting restaurants. Also close to all mass transit. The crosstown 72nd Street bus, the new 2nd Avenue Q subway, as well as, a short walk to the 6, N, and R subway.

Welcome home!

Assessment of $429.28/month runs until June 2023

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,736/mo
Original Price $1,175,000
Sale Price $1,050,000
Previous Price $1,095,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

Upper East Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

338

Median Asking Price

$1.72M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

29

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

37

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/2/26, 12:34 AM EST

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222 E 71ST Street #2B, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1931
Year Built
95 years old
4
Floors
R5B
Zoning District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $4,572,000
Land Value: $1,980,000
Exemptions: $4,572,000

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

Lot Area: 70,250 SF
Building Area: 33,000 SF
Built FAR: 0.47
Allowed FAR: 1.5

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 monthly maintenance are $2,736 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 1925, making it approximately 101 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: RLS10853884
First Listed: 10/26/2022
Price Changed: 6/7/2023
Closed: 6/6/2023
Contract Date: 10/26/2022

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Patricia Slochower

Listing Contact: (917) 301-7969

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