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875 5TH Avenue #12EF

Pending · Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

875 5TH Avenue #12EF

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

$5,000,000

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Pending For Sale Co-op

$5,000,000

875 5TH Avenue #12EF

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

875 5th Ave

MLS® #RLS20066689

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

4
Bedrooms
4
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1940
Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Year Built 1940
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $8,865/mo
Neighborhood Lenox Hill
Floor 12 of 19

Property Highlights

  • Views: City, Park Greenbelt
  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 9
Baths 4 Full
Floor 12 of 19
View City, Park Greenbelt
Exposure East,North,South
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1940
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Block/Lot 01383/0069

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 13, 2026 $5,200,000 -
Currently Aug 20, 2026 $5,000,000 -3.8%

Description

This expansive sun-filled corner residence offers a high-floor vantage point, a desirable split-bedroom layout, and generous proportions for comfortable living and entertaining. Enter through a semi-private hallway into a foyer that leads to a great room with northern, eastern, and western exposures, offering open city vistas and Central Park views. The windowed East-facing kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, ample counter and cabinet space, and opens to a generous dining area. Brilliant eastern light and sweeping skyline views create an inviting setting for gatherings. The home features two primary suites, each appointed with large closets and en-suite bathrooms. Two additional bedrooms offer substantial closet space and enjoy access to two well-sized secondary bathrooms. A secondary gallery leads to a windowed laundry room with a sink, as well as a pantry equipped with a Sub-Zero refrigerator and wine fridge. Additional highlights include 9 ft beamed ceilings, through-wall air conditioning, hardwood floors throughout, and abundant custom-fitted closets. This home is one of the building's most impressive layouts, offering both style and functionality. 875 Fifth is a cooperative built in 1940 and designed by the renowned architect Emery Roth. Located on Fifth Avenue between 68th and 69th streets, the building offers convenient access to Museum Mile, excellent restaurants and shops, and Central Park via the park entrance on 69th Street. Easy transportation includes the Fifth Avenue bus line, the Eastside subways 4, 5, and 6. Amenities include a state-of-the-art windowed fitness center, a central laundry room, a resident lounge and business center, a private garden, bike storage, and private storage. 50% financing allowed, pied-a-terres permitted, 4% flip tax. An assessment of $825 a month for Capital Improvements through Dec. 2026. Local Law 11 nearing completion. No pets, except service and emotional support animals.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Walk In Closets Building Other In Unit

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Bike Storage Elevators

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building Information

Building 875 5th Ave
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 123
Stories 19
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $8,865/mo
Original Price $5,200,000
Previous Price $5,200,000

Lenox Hill occupies a residential section of the Upper East Side, defined by proximity to Central Park, major medical institutions (Memorial Sloan Kettering, Weill Cornell, Lenox Hill Hospital), and the Madison Avenue retail corridor. Housing stock ranges from large pre-war cooperatives to modern condominiums with East River and skyline views.

Lenox Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

433

Median Asking Price

$1.47M

Median $/Sqft

$1,514

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

12

Price Reduced

37%

Sold (30 Days)

44

Median Sale Price

$999K

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Location

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875 5TH Avenue #12EF, Lenox Hill, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1940
Year Built
86 years old
19
Floors
121
Residential Units
R10
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Upper East Side Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $29,633,400
Land Value: $7,020,000
Exemptions: $97,190

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

Lot Area: 16,250 SF
Building Area: 224,000 SF
Built FAR: 13.78
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 $8,865 per month. Confirm the exact amount with Milton Coste before making an offer.

This property has 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1940, making it approximately 86 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: RLS20066689
First Listed: 1/13/2026
On Market: 1/13/2026
Price Changed: 4/7/2026
Pending Since: 6/24/2026
Contract Date: 1/13/2026

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Amy E Herman

Listing Contact: (917) 359-6501

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Quick Facts

Status Pending Type Co-op Neighborhood Lenox Hill Borough Manhattan
County New York
Floor 12 of 19
Year Built 1940
First Listed 1/13/2026
Maintenance $8,865/mo

Monthly Costs Estimate

Down Payment 20%

$1,000,000

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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 $8,865
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 $5M to $9,999,999 at 2.25%, applied to the whole purchase price. It is due in cash at closing and cannot be financed.

Estimated mansion tax at asking

$112,500

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