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SOLD FOR $18,000,000

· Closed December 8, 2022

944 5TH Avenue #5th Floor
Closed For Sale Co-op

$18,000,000

944 5TH Avenue #5th Floor

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10813511

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

4

Bedrooms

4.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 5 full, 2 half
Lot Size 7,724 sq ft
Year Built 1925
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $17,501/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 14

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 10
Baths 4 Full, 2 Half
Floor 5 of 14
View City
Exposure East,North,South,West
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Year Built 1925
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 7,724 sq ft

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 21, 2022 $19,000,000 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $18,000,000 -5.3%

Description

944 Fifth Avenue Occupying the most desirable location on Fifth Avenue, between East 75th and 76th Streets, 944 Fifth Avenue was erected in 1925 during the heyday of the ‘Roaring Twenties'. Built in the sought-after Italian renaissance palazzo style, the impressive limestone facade encompasses 62' on Fifth Avenue and offers just 14 full floor, perfectly scaled, high-ceilinged apartments, with the living room, library and master bedroom enjoying fantastic frontage on Central Park. Brilliantly conceived and meticulously renovated throughout with custom millwork and recessed lighting, designed to highlight an art collection, the 5th floor provides a serene and quiet oasis for the discerning buyer and offers expansive living and entertaining space. A private elevator landing opens into the generous central foyer which in turn leads to the massive 42' living room/library (originally two separate rooms) and an elegant 18' square formal dining room. The primary bedroom suite, also with direct Park views, is vast and includes an oversized marble bathroom as well as a separate additional half bath, and an impressive large fully-fitted dressing room. The entry foyer has a discretely located powder room and walk-in closet, and a gallery bedroom hallway leads to three additional, large bedrooms, two with en suite bathrooms and one currently used as a spacious Pilates studio and gym. The windowed eat-in chef's kitchen is fully equipped and amply supplied with top of the line appliances and storage, including a butler's pantry and a separate staff area with laundry room, work area and a light-filled corner office with bathroom which could easily become a fifth bedroom. This impressive apartment was curated to showcase a major art collection and encompasses every aspect of mechanicals and design, with multi-zone air conditioning and humidification. There are single pane windows affording beautiful sylvan views of Central Park and south to the city skyline, automated window shades, and a smart system for lighting and audio. This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a light-filled turn-key property in one of Fifth Avenue's most prestigious pre-war buildings.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Entrance Foyer Eat In Kitchen Fireplace

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 13
Stories 14
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $17,501/mo
Original Price $19,000,000
Sale Price $18,000,000
Previous Price $19,000,000

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

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 7:20 AM EST

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Location

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944 5TH Avenue #5th Floor, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1926
Year Built
100 years old
14
Floors
14
Residential Units
R10
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Upper East Side Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $13,906,800
Land Value: $2,038,500
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 7,724 SF
Building Area: 77,792 SF
Built FAR: 10.07
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 $17,501 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1925, making it approximately 101 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10813511
First Listed: 7/21/2022
Price Changed: 12/8/2022
Closed: 12/8/2022
Contract Date: 7/21/2022

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Caroline E. Y. Guthrie

Listing Contact: (212) 606-7660

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