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SOLD FOR $2,995,000

· Closed May 22, 2022

56 E 87th Street #3-CD
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,995,000

$1,361 per sq ft

56 E 87th Street #3-CD

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10772489

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

2,200

Sq. Ft.

1923

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Living Area 2,200 sq ft
Year Built 1923
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,816/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 3 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths 3 Full
Floor 3 of 6
Exposure South
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street Madison Avenue/Park Avenue
Year Built 1923
Living Area 2,200 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1498/45

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 31, 2022 $2,995,000 -
Currently May 10, 2026 $2,995,000 -

Description

Sprawling, turn-key 3 bedroom / 3 bath apartment with spacious den & home office in prime Carnegie Hill. With approximately 2200SF, this beautiful home was meticulously renovated with the highest quality materials including Brazilian rosewood floors, custom teak doors, Central A/C, 200 amps electrical service, soundproofing in the walls and ceiling, custom built-ins, and recessed LED lighting. The loft-like living/dining room spans 30 ft and is ideal for formal entertaining. For more casual entertaining, there is a spacious den and an oversized chef's kitchen. The windowed eat-in-kitchen has all top of the line appliances: Subzero refrigerator, Viking stove with vented hood, Miele D/W, full length Sub-Zero wine refrigerator, and Bosch W/D. The primary bedroom is a private retreat with a luxurious en-suite bathroom featuring natural stone and handmade tiles, a long double vanity, soaking tub and separate shower stall. The two additional bedrooms have custom closets and en-suite bathrooms. To top it off, there is also a separate home office for your WFH needs. This apartment has it all!

Perfectly located in Carnegie Hill, 56 East 87th Street is a beautifully maintained pre-war building with a video intercom security system, P/T superintendent, private storage units (2 large units for #3CD), bike room, laundry room, furnished courtyard with basketball hoop, and low monthly maintenance costs. It's conveniently located near Central Park, Museum Mile, public transportation, and prestigious public and private schools. Pets and pied-a-terres require board approval. Coop allows 80% financing.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Den Entrance Foyer Pantry Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Garden

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,816/mo
Sale Price $2,995,000

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

342

Median Asking Price

$1.82M

Median $/Sqft

$1,585

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

39

Median Sale Price

$1.59M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/10/26, 12:43 AM EST

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Location

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56 E 87th Street #3-CD, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Madison Avenue/Park Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1949
Year Built
77 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R4
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $48,060
Land Value: $9,120
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,341 SF
Building Area: 1,380 SF
Built FAR: 0.59
Allowed FAR: 1

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 $3,816 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 2,200 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1923, making it approximately 103 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 $2,995,000 for 2,200 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,361. 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: RLS10772489
First Listed: 1/31/2022
Price Changed: 1/31/2022
Closed: 5/22/2022
Contract Date: 1/24/2022

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Liz Chiang

Listing Contact: (917) 584-3212

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