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SOLD FOR $990,000

· Closed November 10, 2022

330 E 70TH Street #1J
Closed For Sale Co-op

$990,000

330 E 70TH Street #1J

Upper East Side, Manhattan

LAWRENCE HOUSE

MLS® #RLS10808011

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1957

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1957
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,333/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 7

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 2 of 7
Exposure North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street 2 AVENUE and 1 AVENUE
Year Built 1957
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1444-0031-00330-000-000001J

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 13, 2021 $1,100,000 -
Price Reduced Nov 11, 2022 $999,000 -9.2%
Currently May 4, 2026 $990,000 -0.9%

Description

SUPER BRIGHT AND QUIET 2ND-FLOOR OASIS! 1J is NOT on the 1st floor!

Nestled on a peaceful and alluring tree-lined block on the Upper East Side, this beautifully renovated two bedroom (convertible 3)/two full baths residence with both northern and southern exposures is the perfect home. Lawrence House is located on East 70th Street between 2nd and 1st Avenue, just around the corner from the Q train!

As you enter the magnificent foyer there is a coveted home office area perfect for all those working from home. Come see the beautiful open kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, tremendous cabinet space and recessed lighting. The glow of recessed lighting continues throughout a separate dining area and huge living room, perfect for entertaining with three huge windows facing a quiet tree-lined block. A lovely, recently renovated bathroom is off of the hallway.

1J (on 2nd floor) has two large bedrooms including a massive primary suite facing north with its own windowed, marble bathroom and two giant closets. The bedroom is so large it has its own working area! The south facing second bedroom is also very spacious with a deep closet. The hardwood floors were recently updated and there is tremendous storage throughout the apartment including a double-sized coat/storage closet. There are also custom crown moldings throughout the apartment and brand-new lighting fixtures.

Lawrence House - 330 East 70th Street is a full-service postwar coop with full-time doorman service, live-in super, renovated lobby, bike area, common storage, a beautiful communal courtyard/garden, laundry and onsite garage.

The building allows subletting, pied-a-terres, co-purchasing, and guarantors. Up to 75% financing permitted. 330 East 70th is convenient to the NEW Q train, all public transportation and St Catherine's Park right on East 68th and 1st Avenue. There are some excellent restaurants in the area including Beach Caf , Mission Ceviche, Up Thai, Patsy's, Ravagh Persian Grill, Boqueria and Sushi of Gari. The building is also very close to the new Trader Joe's on 1st avenue! Sorry, no pets allowed. 3% Flip Tax paid by buyer.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,333/mo
Original Price $1,100,000
Sale Price $990,000
Previous Price $999,000

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

334

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,534

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 2:26 PM EST

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330 E 70TH Street #1J, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 2 AVENUE and 1 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1962
Year Built
64 years old
28
Floors
543
Residential Units
R8
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $70,594,429
Land Value: $11,213,101
Exemptions: $1,270,495

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

Lot Area: 90,575 SF
Building Area: 642,284 SF
Built FAR: 7.09
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 $2,333 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 1957, making it approximately 69 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: RLS10808011
First Listed: 10/13/2021
Price Changed: 11/11/2022
Closed: 11/10/2022
Contract Date: 10/13/2021

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Joseph Chaplin

Listing Contact: (914) 224-5806

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