Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $1,500,000

· Closed June 15, 2023

781 5th Avenue #2804
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,500,000

781 5th Avenue #2804

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10859765

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $13,841/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 28 of 38

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 28 of 38
View City
Exposure East,North,West
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street East 59th Street/East 60th Street
Year Built 1927
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1374-0001-00781-000-0002804
Block/Lot 1374/1

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 10, 2021 $1,500,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 16, 2023 $1,900,000 +26.7%

Description

Brilliant light and panoramic park and city views from every room at one of the finest addresses in Manhattan. The white-glove Sherry-Netherland offers an easy way of living making it the perfect pied-a-terre! -Semi-Private landing -Only West and North facing 1/2 floor in the tower of the building -Oversized Living Room with ~11 ft ceilings -Spacious corner 2 bedroom/2 bathroom -Incredible closet space -Unrivaled level of services included in your maintenance: -Daily housekeeping -Evening turn-down service -Linens- pillows, blankets, bed linens, towels, tissues and paper towels -Monthly deep cleaning including windows (inside and out) -Central AC, heat and electric -24-hour doorman, concierge, security, elevator attendants + full time manager -Valet Parking (parking cost in a neighboring parking garage is separate) -Fitness Center -Hair salon/barber shop -Room service and access to Harry Cipriani and Doubles social club The building will allow in-unit W/Ds, pied-a-terres, foreign purchasers and purchasing in a Trust or LLC with board approval. Pets ok! There is an assessment of $1,445/mo through 9/1/2027.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $13,841/mo
Sale Price $1,500,000
Previous Price $1,900,000

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

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Location

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781 5th Avenue #2804, Upper East Side, New York County • Near East 59th Street/East 60th Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1927
Year Built
99 years old
38
Floors
169
Residential Units
R10H
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Upper East Side Historic District NYC Landmark

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $49,626,900
Land Value: $18,720,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 12,500 SF
Building Area: 314,509 SF
Built FAR: 25.16
Allowed FAR: 10

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 $13,841 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 1927, making it approximately 99 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: RLS10859765
First Listed: 3/10/2021
Price Changed: 6/16/2023
Closed: 6/15/2023
Contract Date: 3/10/2021

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Tracie Golding

Listing Contact: (917) 837-1918

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