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49 E 96th Street #18B

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49 E 96th Street #18B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

$2,500,000

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Active For Sale • Co-op

$2,500,000

49 E 96th Street #18B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20119368

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

Open Houses Scheduled

Wednesday, October 14 • 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Sunday, October 18 • 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

REBNY 2025: signed Buyer Representation Agreement required before any showing.

3
Bedrooms
2.5
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1929
Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half
Lot Size 10,200 sq ft
Year Built 1929
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,219.98/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 18 of 19

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Fireplace: 1 fireplace
  • Character: Pre-war building (1929)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 2 Full, 1 Half
Floor 18 of 19
Exposure East,North,South,West
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1929
Structure Type HighRise
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Lot Size 10,200 sq ft
Block/Lot 01602/0020

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 14, 2026 $2,500,000 -
Currently Oct 14, 2026 $2,500,000 -

Description

High floor apartment with a sprawling layout, open views through 16 windows, semi-private elevator landing, and an in-unit washer/dryer, in a highly coveted white-glove Art Deco building one block from Central Park. Filled with pre-war grandeur and rare comforts. This home's thoughtful layout begins in a foyer with two large closets and continues through a beautiful gallery into an impressive living room with a fireplace that connects via a double-wide doorway to a formal dining room. Together, these rooms feature six picture windows offering open, sunny views east and south over the NYC skyline. The dining room also connects through another door to a powder room and the massive, windowed, chef's kitchen with a breakfast bar. Behind the kitchen is the extra-large windowed laundry room. The service entrance is perfectly placed for easy access to the kitchen and laundry room. The bedrooms offer rare scale. The palatial corner primary bedroom measures 18'7" x 18'4" and has four windows with open views south of the NYC skyline and west over Central Park, four large closets, and an en suite bathroom. The spacious second bedroom has two south-facing windows and two walk-in closets. The full second bathroom is right outside. The oversized windowed office also works well as a third bedroom. 49 East 96th Street is a distinguished white-glove Art Deco cooperative featuring a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, private storage, bike storage, a newly renovated gym, and additional laundry in the basement. 2% flip tax. Pets are allowed with board approval. Ideally located one block from Central Park and Museum Mile, residents enjoy easy access to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggenheim Museum, and the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. Abundant dining, shopping, and cultural destinations surround the building, as do many of the city's best schools. Moments from the 96th Street 6-train and also connected via the crosstown bus to the A, B, C, 1, 2, and 3 subway lines. * Some pictures are virtually staged, though no finishes or fixtures were changed.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

High Ceilings Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common On Floor Common Area In Unit Flooring: Hardwood Fireplace (1)

Building Amenities

Elevators Fitness Center

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 74
Stories 19
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,219.98/mo

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

322

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,543

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

52

Median Sale Price

$1.32M

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49 E 96th Street #18B, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $53,460
Land Value: $15,600
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,650 SF
Building Area: 1,310 SF
Built FAR: 0.49
Allowed FAR: 1.5

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 $4,219.98 per month. Confirm the exact amount with Milton Coste before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms 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 Milton Coste for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or milton@miltoncoste.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: RLS20119368
First Listed: 10/5/2026
On Market: 10/14/2026
Contract Date: 7/31/2026

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Sean T Devine

Listing Contact: (347) 242-1881

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Quick Facts

Status Active Type Co-op Neighborhood Upper East Side Borough Manhattan
County New York
Floor 18 of 19
Year Built 1929
First Listed 10/5/2026
Maintenance $4,219.98/mo

Monthly Costs Estimate

Down Payment 20%

$500,000

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Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Loan Term 30 years

Est. Monthly Payment

$0

Principal & Interest $0
PMI (under 20% down) $0
Maintenance $4,219.98
Total Monthly $0

Estimates only. Consult a lender for exact figures.

Mansion tax applies at this price point

New York State charges the buyer a mansion tax on residential purchases at $1,000,000 or more. At this asking price the tier is $2M to $2,999,999 at 1.25%, applied to the whole purchase price. It is due in cash at closing and cannot be financed.

Estimated mansion tax at asking

$31,250

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