Active For Sale • Co-op

$20,000,000

990 5th Avenue #4 5

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20057968

Listing by Compass

5

Bedrooms

6.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1914

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5

Bathrooms 6 full, 1 half

Year Built 1914

Ownership Co-op

Maintenance $23,374/mo

Neighborhood Upper East Side

Floor 1 of 14

Property Highlights

• Views: Park Greenbelt
• Exposure: East,South,West facing
• Fireplace: 1 fireplace

Property Details

Type Co-op

Ownership Stock Cooperative

Total Rooms 13

Baths 5 Full, 1 Half

Floor 1 of 14

View Park Greenbelt

Exposure East,South,West

Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk

Year Built 1914

Structure Type HighRise

Furnished Unfurnished

Block/Lot 01492/0001

Description

Ideally positioned to capture the lush vistas of Central Park and the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art, Residence 4/5 at 990 Fifth Avenue is a distinguished duplex apartment comprising approximately 5,000 square feet that offers breathtaking views and captivating southwest light. This architectural gem, with just six residences, was designed in 1927 by Rosario Candela and Warren & Wetmore and provides five bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms and five wood-burning fireplaces. Upon entering, you are greeted by the grandeur of 11-foot ceilings and elegant parquet floors. The expansive living room, centered around a magnificent fireplace, invites you to savor the verdant scenery beyond. Adjacent, a refined library with its own fireplace offers serene moments of relaxation, while the commodious formal dining room, anchored by yet another fireplace, is ideal for grand entertaining. The spacious, windowed chef's kitchen features professional-grade appliances, a large pantry with laundry facilities, and a breakfast room. There is an additional bedroom with en-suite bath adjacent to this space. The second floor houses the private quarters of the home, which embraces enchanting views and features generous dressing areas and en-suite bathrooms. Two of the bedrooms also feature wood-burning fireplaces. With white glove service, private elevator access, soaring ceilings, and intricate crown moldings, this residence epitomizes sophisticated city living within one of Manhattan's most desirable addresses. Two large storage rooms convey with the home. Pieds-a-terre are permitted with Board approval, as are pets. There is a 1% flip tax payable by the buyer, and no financing is allowed.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Crown Molding Eat In Kitchen High Ceilings Walk In Closets In Unit See Remarks Fireplace (1)

Building Amenities

Elevators

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Total Units 6

Stories 14

Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $23,374/mo

About Upper East Side

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The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, 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

319

Median Asking Price

$1.41M

Median $/Sqft

$1,525

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

35

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.37M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/19/26, 7:03 PM EST

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990 5th Avenue #4 5, Upper East Side, New York County

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MLS® ID: RLS20057968

First Listed: 11/3/2025

On Market: 11/3/2025

Price Changed: 11/3/2025

Contract Date: 10/30/2025

Listing Courtesy of Compass - THOMAS POSTILIO

Listing Contact: (917) 543-0005

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