Milton Coste

Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker

(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $405,000

Listed at $425,000 · Sold 4.7% below asking · Closed March 8, 2019

4-74 48th Avenue #3-C
Closed For Sale Condop

$425,000

$995 per sq ft

4-74 48th Avenue #3-C

Long Island City, Queens

MLS® #RLS10509183

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Modern Spaces, LLC

Studio

1

Bath

427

Sq. Ft.

1997

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 427 sq ft
Year Built 1997
Ownership Condop
HOA/Common Charges $943.09/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Long Island City
Floor 3 of 42

Property Highlights

  • Views: City, River
  • Exposure: West facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Condop
Ownership Condop
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 3 of 42
View City, River
Exposure West
Pets Yes
Cross Street Center Boulevard/5th Street
Year Built 1997
Living Area 427 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 18/1

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Dec 4, 2018 $425,000 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $425,000 -

Description

Live on the waterfront in Long Island City!

Welcome to Citylights 3C! Studio apartment with direct Manhattan views and low maintenance

The apartment's direct western exposure provides unobstructed views of Midtown Manhattan, Gantry Plaza State Park and the East River. You will enjoy the best of both worlds being steps away from the waterfront, and also have convenient access to the Vernon restaurants, shops, and 7 train.

Total maintenance of $881.00 is approximately 32% tax-deductible.

Please contact me to schedule a private viewing!

For an appointment, email/call/text with 24 hours notice.

Citylights, Long Island City's first luxury high-rise residence

Citylights was designed by famed Argentine-American architect Cesar Pelli. This Condop has NO BOARD INTERVIEW required.

The building comes with amenities galore, including a staffed, fully-equipped free gym, weight room, yoga/workout studio, saunas, showers and lockers, outdoor tennis court, a meeting room, bike storage, a 24/7 concierge and a five-level indoor garage (residents enjoy a reduced rate as low as $149.00/mo).

OWN IN LONG ISLAND CITY

Move in and you'll join a vibrant neighborhood, with shops, restaurants, attractions, and direct access to beautiful Gantry State and Hunters Point South Parks. Minutes to Manhattan; this is one of New York's most exciting neighborhoods with an easy walk to the Vernon Boulevard-Jackson Avenue 7 Train Subway with easy access to E, M, G, and N, Watertaxi ferry service to Manhattan and easy access to Long Island Expressway (495 LIE) and BQE. Trendy restaurants including the Michelin-rated M. Wells Steakhouse and Casa Enrique; Sushi Daizen; Maiella; Crabhouse; popular Yoga Room, LIC Kids Gymnastics, I Love Kickboxing, spin and fitness studio; shops, day spas and more.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Stories 42

Financial Details

Common Charges $943.09/mo
Sale Price $405,000

Long Island City sits directly across the East River from Midtown Manhattan, reachable in one stop on the 7 train. LIC has added more than 12,000 residential units since 2015, transforming former industrial blocks into a corridor of glass-tower condos, converted loft co-ops, and rental high-rises along the waterfront. Gantry Plaza State Park, MoMA PS1, and the Hunters Point Library anchor the neighborhood’s cultural identity. Median condo prices run roughly 30-40% below comparable Manhattan waterfront units, drawing both first-time buyers and investors looking for appreciation in one of the city’s highest-growth zip codes.

Long Island City Live Market Data

View Neighborhood

Active Listings

165

Median Asking Price

$1.20M

Median $/Sqft

$1,526

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

9

Price Reduced

18%

Sold (30 Days)

13

Median Sale Price

$1.27M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/23/26, 6:04 AM EST

Similar Listings in Long Island City

View All

Location

Loading map...

4-74 48th Avenue #3-C, Long Island City, Queens County • Near Center Boulevard/5th Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1996
Year Built
30 years old
42
Floors
522
Residential Units
M3-1
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $46,107,450
Land Value: $6,349,950
Exemptions: $46,107,450

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

Lot Area: 80,634 SF
Building Area: 724,475 SF
Built FAR: 8.98

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Want help estimating ownership costs or understanding building compliance? Let's discuss

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $943.09 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 427 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1997, making it approximately 29 years old.

This listing is a condop, a hybrid structure where the building is legally a co-op but individual units are sold with greater flexibility, often including subletting rights similar to condos.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $425,000 for 427 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $995. 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.

Have a question not answered here?

(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10509183
First Listed: 12/4/2018
Closed: 3/8/2019
Contract Date: 12/4/2018

Listing Courtesy of Modern Spaces, LLC - Mary Torres

Listing Contact: (347) 302-2100

Listing information for certain New York City properties provided courtesy of the Real Estate Board of New York's Residential Listing Service (the "RLS"). The information contained in this listing has not been verified by the RLS and should be verified by the consumer. The listing information provided here is for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use. Retransmission, redistribution or copying of this listing information is strictly prohibited except in connection with a consumer's consideration of the purchase and/or sale of an individual property. This listing information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., all rights reserved. This advertisement does not suggest that the broker has a listing in this property or properties or that any property is currently available.

Broker Commission Disclosure: Broker commissions are not set by law and are fully negotiable.

Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

RLS at REBNY

RLS Data display by Keller Williams NYC. Data last updated on 4/23/2026 at 10:04 AM UTC

Buying in NYC? Start Here

Complete Guide to Queens Real Estate 2026

Neighborhoods, pricing, commutes, and investment across Queens.

Read article

Long Island City: Complete 2026 Guide

LIC's luxury highrises, pricing, and Manhattan commute comparison.

Read article

Condop Explained: The NYC Hybrid

Condo tax benefits with co-op governance. Is it right for you?

Read article

Co-op vs. Condo: Which Is Right for You?

Ownership structure, board approval, financing: the full comparison.

Read article

Interested in this property?

Get a response within 2 hours

Your info is secure and never shared.

View Active Listings Call Milton