SOLD FOR $1,695,000
· Closed June 23, 2022
49 E 96th Street #7-C
MLS® #RLS10778670
Listing by Compass
3
Bedrooms
2
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1930
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Exposure: East,North,South facing
- Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Mar 8, 2022 | $1,695,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Jun 23, 2022 | $1,595,000 | -5.9% |
Description
Just Listed! Open house by appointment this Sunday 3/20 from 1:00 - 3:00PM. Contact me to schedule your appointment to view.
Welcome to Residence 7C, a renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath classic prewar home offering large scale rooms, an abundance of natural light, and a graceful flow for distinguished living and entertaining. This full service building is best known for its low maintenance and highly coveted location just one block from Central Park.
An entry foyer opens into an expansive gallery with three large closets. Through an arched doorway you will discover the well proportioned living room and dining area flooded with southern light and open city views. Prewar details abound including high beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, and a decorative fireplace.
On the other side of the entrance gallery is the extra large windowed eat-in-kitchen. Fully renovated, the kitchen is beautifully designed and complete with granite countertops, white subway tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, and top of the line appliances including a Bosch dishwasher, Bosch refrigerator, and an in unit Bosch Washer Dryer for ultimate convenience. An oversized walk-in pantry completes this space.
The bedroom wing is tucked away in the eastern corridor of the home for optimal privacy. The king-sized primary bedroom enjoys southern-facing views and an ensuite windowed bathroom with double sinks. The quiet and north-facing second and third bedrooms are grand in scale with large closets, including one cedar closet. The second bathroom is conveniently located across the hall. Other noteworthy features include through the wall AC for year round comfort and unparalleled storage space throughout.
49 East 96th Street was built in 1929 by Thomas W. Lamb. No two apartments are alike in this sophisticated Art-Deco style co-op. This pet friendly building offers a 24 hour doorman, live-in super, gym, bike room, storage, and laundry room. The future buyer will benefit from a new roof deck whichwill be completed this year. Supremely positioned moments from all cultural destinations along Museum Mile including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggenheim, the Jacqueline Onassis Kennedy reservoir in Central Park, as well as some of the best shopping and dining the Upper East Side has to offer.
2% flip tax payable by buyer. Co-purchasing, gifting, and parents buying with employed children are permitted. Pied-a-terres are not permitted.
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About Upper East Side
View All Upper East Side ListingsThe 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
342
Median Asking Price
$1.80M
Median $/Sqft
$1,563
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
19
Price Reduced
28%
Sold (30 Days)
40
Median Sale Price
$1.59M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/9/26, 3:01 PM EST
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $2,474 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1930, making it approximately 96 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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