Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433
136 W 70TH Street #3
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Active For Sale Co-op

$400,000

136 W 70TH Street #3

Lincoln Square, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20080294

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Open House Scheduled

Sunday, May 10 • 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

REBNY 2025: signed Buyer Representation Agreement required before any showing.

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1900

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1900
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $719/mo
Neighborhood Lincoln Square
Floor 1 of 4

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Style: WalkUp architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1900)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 1 of 4
View City
Pets Yes
Year Built 1900
Architectural Style WalkUp
Basement Other
Parcel # 1141-0046-00136-000-0000003
Block/Lot 01141/0046

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 30, 2026 $400,000 -
Currently May 10, 2026 $400,000 -

Description

Beautiful, charming pre-war studio located in the Lincoln Square neighborhood of the famed Upper West Side. 136 West 70th Street is a pre-war brownstone built in about 1883 and converted to a coop in 1984. This enchanting apartment has high ceilings, delightful exposed red brick walls and captivating replica copper tin ceiling reflecting the style of a hundred years ago. There's marble window sills and both the kitchen and bathroom were updated some years ago and kept in very good condition. The apartments come with a murphy bed and can be easily stored away as needed. The attractive bathroom can be reached by the short staircase which you can see in the photos. The apartment is only one flight up from the front of the building. The building has 10 apartments and is ideally located between Columbus Avenue and Broadway. It's just a block and a half to Central Park and a few more blocks to Lincoln Center and Riverside Park. Subways are close by including the 1,2,3 and B and C. Grocery stores are nearby too including Trader Joes, Fairway and Zabars. Great restaurants abound, including cafes and coffee shops. This charming brownstone reflects the historic architecture of the neighborhood making the UWS and Lincoln Center one of the most beautiful locations in the City! Pied a terre is permitted. Subletting is permitted with board approval. One year min lease. Two year period max. Only one apartment can be sublet in the building at any one time.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building None

Exterior Features

None

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 10
Stories 4
Style WalkUp

Financial Details

Maintenance $719/mo

Lincoln Square sits at the crossroads of Broadway and Columbus Avenue, anchored by Lincoln Center and bordered by Central Park to the east and Riverside Park to the west. The housing stock features luxury doorman condominiums, established pre-war cooperatives, and full-service residential towers, with the 1 and 2 trains at 66th Street providing direct subway access. Residents enjoy proximity to Columbus Circle, world-class performing arts venues, and two of Manhattan's signature green spaces.

Lincoln Square Live Market Data

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Active Listings

290

Median Asking Price

$2.10M

Median $/Sqft

$1,855

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

39

Median Sale Price

$1.60M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/10/26, 3:54 PM EST

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Location

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136 W 70TH Street #3, Lincoln Square, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R3-2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $104,040
Land Value: $14,880
Exemptions: $1,420

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

Lot Area: 2,058 SF
Building Area: 2,460 SF
Built FAR: 1.2
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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 $719 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1900, making it approximately 126 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: unknown,Building Pets Allowed Comments:unknown. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

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: RLS20080294
First Listed: 3/30/2026
On Market: 3/30/2026
Price Changed: 3/30/2026
Contract Date: 3/30/2026

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - THOMAS A HEALY

Listing Contact: (917) 733-5162

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