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SOLD FOR $960,000

· Closed August 1, 2022

70 E 96TH Street #5C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$960,000

70 E 96TH Street #5C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10786702

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1929

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Year Built 1929
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,204/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1929)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 5 of 16
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Cross Street MADISON AVENUE and PARK AVENUE
Year Built 1929
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1507-0041-00070-000-000005C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 18, 2022 $995,000 -
Price Reduced Aug 1, 2022 $975,000 -2.0%
Currently May 6, 2026 $960,000 -1.5%

Description

70 East 96th Street, a full-service prewar building off Park Avenue in Manhattan's popular Carnegie Hill neighborhood. Estate sale of generous 2BR, 1.5BA (convertible to 2 full baths). Bring your architect and create your dream! High ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, large rooms and a decorative fireplace with original mantle are hallmarks of this Rosario Candela-designed 1929 building. The eat-in kitchen has a large window and plenty of room for dining and for a washer and dryer. Located on the back of the building, the apartment is quiet and bright. 4 apartments per floor. Thru-wall A/C and a washer and dryer are permitted. A large (3'10" x 5'8" x 7'6") storage unit in the basement comes with the apartment. Basement laundry room and bike storage. There is a live-in resident manager. 60% financing is permitted. 2.5% flip tax paid by seller. Pets are welcome.
Located 2 blocks from Central Park, the Reservoir, Museum Mile, tennis courts, playgrounds and the lovely East Meadow, the neighborhood is known for its low-rise charm, shops, restaurants, schools and convenient access to bus and subway transportation. 70 East 96th Street is a great place to call home!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building null
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 62
Stories 16
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,204/mo
Original Price $995,000
Sale Price $960,000
Previous Price $975,000

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

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,509

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

12

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

38

Median Sale Price

$1.56M

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Location

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70 E 96TH Street #5C, Upper East Side, New York County • Near MADISON AVENUE and PARK AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R4A
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $50,820
Land Value: $16,680
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 4,000 SF
Building Area: 1,398 SF
Built FAR: 0.35
Allowed FAR: 1

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 $2,204 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1929, making it approximately 97 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: RLS10786702
First Listed: 1/18/2022
Price Changed: 8/1/2022
Closed: 8/1/2022
Contract Date: 1/8/2022

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Katherine Slattery

Listing Contact: (917) 855-0222

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