Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $8,450,000

· Closed December 30, 2024

Closed For Sale Condo

$8,450,000

$1,558 per sq ft

30 E 85TH Street #PENTHOUSE

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10971757

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Serhant

5

Bedrooms

5

Baths

5,425

Sq. Ft.

1986

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 5
Living Area 5,425 sq ft
Year Built 1986
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $5,419/mo
Property Taxes Contact for details
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 30 of 30

Property Highlights

  • Views: Bridges, City Lights, City, Park Greenbelt, Panoramic, River
  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Terrace, Balcony

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 10
Baths 5 Full
Floor 30 of 30
View Bridges, City Lights, City, Park Greenbelt, Panoramic, River
Exposure East,North,South,West
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1986
Living Area 5,425 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Block/Lot 01496/7501

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 5, 2024 $18,500,000 -
Currently Apr 27, 2026 $8,450,000 -54.3%

Description

Full floor Trophy Triplex Penthouse atop 30 East 85th Street. A private, keyed vestibule welcomes you into an expansive and dramatic Great Room with 12' soaring ceilings, a fireplace and breathtaking skyline and Central Park views. Currently configured as five bedrooms , five baths and a powder room spread out 5,425 square feet and enjoying 4 private terraces spanning 934 square feet while the exterior boasts views in every direction, this is a dream home and entertaining space. Elegant architectural details and materials throughout include expansive casement style windows in a white bronze finish, 4 wide rift and quarter sawn white oak flooring set in a chevron pattern in all living areas, recessed panel stile and rail doors with burnished nickel Nanz hardware, and custom plaster cornices in all primary rooms, hallways, vestibules, primary bathrooms, and powder room. Additional features include pre-wiring for home automation, pre-wired shade pockets in every room, VRF individually zoned heating and cooling, and a discreet service entrance. one percent flip tax paid by purchaser.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Smoke Free Building Other Washer Hookup In Unit Fireplace (1)

Exterior Features

Balcony Terrace Balcony

Building Amenities

Concierge

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Stories 30
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Common Charges $5,419/mo
RE Taxes Contact for details
Original Price $18,500,000
Sale Price $8,450,000
Previous Price $18,500,000

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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,560

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

25

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/27/26, 12:54 AM EST

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30 E 85TH Street #PENTHOUSE, Upper East Side, New York County

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Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1935
Year Built
91 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R4
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $57,000
Land Value: $8,880
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 1,544 SF
Built FAR: 0.77
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 common charges are $5,419 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 5 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 5,425 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1986, making it approximately 40 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker. Additional notes: Pets Allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Pets Allowed

At the current list price of $8,450,000 for 5,425 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,558. 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: RLS10971757
First Listed: 6/5/2024
On Market: 6/5/2024
Price Changed: 1/6/2025
Closed: 12/30/2024
Contract Date: 6/5/2024

Listing Courtesy of Serhant - Oshawn Vogan

Listing Contact: (917) 721-7824

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