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SOLD FOR $2,650,000

· Closed December 16, 2021

969 5th Avenue #4-B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,650,000

$1,395 per sq ft

969 5th Avenue #4-B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10740486

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Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,900

Sq. Ft.

1924

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,900 sq ft
Year Built 1924
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $8,797/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 4 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 4 of 16
Exposure North,West
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street East 77th Street/East 78th Street
Year Built 1924
Living Area 1,900 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1392/69

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 8, 2021 $2,650,000 -
Currently Jun 10, 2026 $2,650,000 -

Description

A Stunning, Very Special, Move-In Winner This perfect, sun-flooded, gracious and welcoming full-floor home has 22' of direct Central Park frontage. The apartment has all external exposures of the most remarkable kind. The living room's huge picture-frame windows invite Central Park inside and provide an idyllic Fifth Avenue street scene to the north with the setback, limestone-clad Duke Mansion as an anchor. The view is exceptional. This is a luxurious place to live. A handsome manned elevator brings you directly into the apartment. Once inside, the level of detail is unmatched. The handworked, pine-paneled library glows both day and night and has a designer-quality contemporary ensuite bath. Striking and with clean lines, the open concept kitchen is an easy place to entertain and relax. The comfortable and sunny primary bedroom is generous in size, with an immaculate bath and architectural views north to the Duke Mansion. As a matter of convenience, the apartment has a separate laundry room with a washer and dryer just off the kitchen. 969 Fifth Avenue is located on 78th and Fifth Avenue across from the James B. Duke Mansion, steps from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, facing Central Park, and nearby the best shops and restaurants on Madison Avenue. There are 12 apartments, providing an intimate and luxurious lifestyle with a high level of staffing per apartment. 969 Fifth is one of the finest residential addresses in Manhattan and the Fourth Floor is the perfect turn-key, hit the ground running apartment. *According to a third party FloorPlanSource who states the approximate interior gross square footage as 1,900 square feet. Building: -Erected in 1924 -16 stories tall -12 apartments -24/hour doorman, handyman -Pet friendly -Gym in building -30% financing permitted -3% flip tax paid by purchaser Apartment: -5 room, 2 bed 2 bath -Central AC and Thru-wall -Private elevator landing -Woodburning fireplace -Laundry room (W/D in unit) -Approximately 1,900 sqft* -Sunny western exposures -Maint: $8,797, 420 Shares -Storage room conveys with apartment

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $8,797/mo
Sale Price $2,650,000

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.

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969 5th Avenue #4-B, Upper East Side, New York County • Near East 77th Street/East 78th Street

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
16
Floors
12
Residential Units
R10
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Upper East Side Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $4,972,500
Land Value: $670,500
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,567 SF
Building Area: 35,815 SF
Built FAR: 13.95
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 $8,797 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,900 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1924, making it approximately 102 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

At the current list price of $2,650,000 for 1,900 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,395. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10740486
First Listed: 9/8/2021
Price Changed: 9/8/2021
Closed: 12/16/2021
Contract Date: 8/27/2021

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Mark Blumenfeld

Listing Contact: (646) 460-6797

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