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· Closed October 12, 2022

315 E 88TH Street #5E
Closed For Sale Co-op

$800,000

315 E 88TH Street #5E

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10825341

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,681/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1926)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 6
Exposure North,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street 2nd Ave/1st Ave
Year Built 1926
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1551-0005-00315-000-000005E

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 18, 2022 $850,000 -
Price Reduced May 19, 2022 $819,000 -3.6%
Currently May 5, 2026 $800,000 -2.3%

Description

New To Market! Pre-war true two-bedroom, one-bathroom corner home with northern & western exposures with wonderful light situated on a pretty tree-lined Upper East Side block.

Prewar details abound - Enjoy the easy flow of the home with a long entry hallway which leads to your living, dining and sleeping areas. Room proportions throughout are substantial and include a living room that easily accommodates space for both dining and comfortable living. Enjoy the large windowed kitchen with open countertop, stainless steel appliances, beautiful renovated windowed bathroom. The bedrooms are generous in size, face tree lined courtyards and backyards which are very quiet. Additional features include hardwood floors, high ceilings, and beautiful moldings.

315 East 88th Street is an intimate, well-maintained, financially sound pre-war co-operative located only one block away from Whole Foods and the Second Avenue, 4-5-6 subway. Coveted Upper East Side neighborhood perfectly situated between Central Park & Carl Schurz Park. East River Promenade, Gracie Mansion, Fairway Market, the 92nd Street Y, Asphalt Green, Museum Mile are all within walking distance, with easy access out of the city. Amenities include a live-in super, laundry on premises, children's playroom, bicycle room, private storage, and serene courtyard. Pied-a-terre and pets are permitted. 80% Financing allowed. No flip tax.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,681/mo
Original Price $850,000
Sale Price $800,000
Previous Price $819,000

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

333

Median Asking Price

$1.72M

Median $/Sqft

$1,527

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

16

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

38

Median Sale Price

$1.56M

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Location

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315 E 88TH Street #5E, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 2nd Ave/1st Ave

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1896
Year Built
130 years old
4
Floors
11
Residential Units
R8
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments Historic District: Riverside-West End Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $989,100
Land Value: $157,950
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,014 SF
Building Area: 8,438 SF
Built FAR: 4.19
Allowed FAR: 6.02

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 $1,681 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 1926, making it approximately 100 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: RLS10825341
First Listed: 4/18/2022
Price Changed: 5/19/2022
Closed: 10/12/2022
Contract Date: 4/18/2022

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Paul Anand

Listing Contact: (212) 906-9346

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