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SOLD FOR $1,425,000

· Closed June 22, 2023

525 E 86th Street #8-H
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,425,000

$1,000 per sq ft

525 E 86th Street #8-H

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10861402

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,425

Sq. Ft.

1961

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,425 sq ft
Year Built 1961
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,825/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 8 of 21

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 2 Full
Floor 8 of 21
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Cross Street York Avenue/East End Avenue
Year Built 1961
Living Area 1,425 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1583/12

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 18, 2022 $1,425,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 28, 2023 $1,450,000 +1.8%

Description

Move right into the two bedroom, convertible three bedroom home! Enter through a beautiful foyer, into this Kananshree + Vaidya designed, convertible three bedroom (currently configured as a two bedroom), two bathroom home with a custom home office. Apartment 8H is sunlit with a southern exposure from every window. Exceptional and thoughtful renovations are evidenced in the grand layout of the living room and dining area with refinished hardwood floors, custom crown, baseboard and ceiling moldings, as well. The Bilotta designed chef's kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a fabulous breakfast island, an integrated paneled Liebherr refrigerator with double bottom drawer freezer, five burner cooktop, a Miele speed oven, Miele dishwasher, and a gracious walk-in pantry. A saunter into the bedroom wing reveals a luxuriously appointed primary bedroom with two custom ClosetFactory designed closets, including a walk-in, and an opulent en-suite bath with glass shower, floating Duravit vanity, and Hansgrohe and Kohler fixtures. The gorgeous second bedroom enjoys a custom ClosetFactory designed closet and access across the hall to an exquisite second bath with deep soaking tub, elegant Porcelenosa vanity, Hansgrohe fixtures, and white tiles complementing a Porcelenosa patterned tile accent wall. A third bedroom can be easily incorporated into the large windowed alcove of the living space. 525 East 86th Street is a full-service cooperative building with 24 hour doorman and excellent amenities including a garage and storage (possible wait list), fitness center, bike room, and live-in superintendent. Carl Schurz Park at the corner, fine restaurants and shops make this a great, convenient location with access to the 2nd Avenue Q Train, 4/5 and 6 lines, M86 bus and M31 bus. Pets are welcomed. 70% financing allowed.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Pantry Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,825/mo
Sale Price $1,425,000
Previous Price $1,450,000

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

$1.63M

Median $/Sqft

$1,538

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

26

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

35

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/1/26, 1:37 PM EST

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Location

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525 E 86th Street #8-H, Upper East Side, New York County • Near York Avenue/East End Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1926
Year Built
100 years old
2
Floors
C4-2A
Zoning District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $3,300,300
Land Value: $407,250
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 18,100 SF
Building Area: 32,941 SF
Built FAR: 1.82
Allowed FAR: 3

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 $2,825 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,425 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1961, making it approximately 65 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.

At the current list price of $1,425,000 for 1,425 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,000. 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: RLS10861402
First Listed: 5/18/2022
Price Changed: 6/28/2023
Closed: 6/22/2023
Contract Date: 5/18/2022

Listing Courtesy of Compass - RACHEL KOENIG

Listing Contact: (917) 572-5098

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