Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $350,000

Listed at $375,000 · Sold 6.7% below asking · Closed October 29, 2025

212 E 88th Street #2-D
Closed For Sale Co-op

$375,000

$833 per sq ft

212 E 88th Street #2-D

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS11033437

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Weichert Properties

Studio

1

Bath

450

Sq. Ft.

1930

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 450 sq ft
Year Built 1930
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,060.24/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar,WalkUp architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 1
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 5
Exposure South
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Third Avenue/Second Avenue
Year Built 1930
Living Area 450 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar,WalkUp
Block/Lot 1533/0041

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 6, 2025 $400,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 15, 2025 $390,000 -2.5%
Currently Apr 25, 2026 $375,000 -3.8%

Description

Price Reduction:
INVESTOR Friendly studio and perfect for a first time buyer. UNLIMITED subletting is all allowed with board approval.
Great building. Large amount of investor units. Cash purchase preferred. Motivated Seller.

Welcome to this delightful south-facing studio on the second floor of a charming 5-story prewar co-op. Enjoy peaceful garden views and the warm afternoon sun. The renovated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, while the beautiful hardwood floors and exposed brick wall add character and charm to the space. A deep walk-in closet and built-in cabinet storage in the bathroom provide ample space for your belongings. The building also offers laundry facilities and bike storage for added convenience.

Ideally located just two blocks from the 4, 5, 6, and Q subway lines, as well as bus connections, you'll be surrounded by world-class cultural landmarks including The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Guggenheim. Whole Foods is just around the corner, and both Central Park and Carl Schurz Park are nearby.
Please note that there is currently an assessment of $56.17 /month until November 2025.

Co-purchasers, guarantors, pieds-à-terre, pets, and unlimited subletting is all allowed with board approval. The building has an extremely flexible sublet policy.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Pantry See Remarks

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Stories 5
Style Prewar,WalkUp

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,060.24/mo
Original Price $400,000
Sale Price $350,000
Previous Price $390,000

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

$1.55M

Median $/Sqft

$1,559

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

30

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

31

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/25/26, 7:57 AM EST

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Location

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212 E 88th Street #2-D, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Third Avenue/Second Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1922
Year Built
104 years old
3
Floors
6
Residential Units
R3-2
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $421,650
Land Value: $47,250
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 3,000 SF
Building Area: 4,200 SF
Built FAR: 1.4
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 $1,060.24 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 450 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1930, making it approximately 96 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. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $375,000 for 450 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $833. 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: RLS11033437
First Listed: 2/8/2025
On Market: 2/6/2025
Price Changed: 6/15/2025
Closed: 10/29/2025
Contract Date: 2/6/2025

Listing Courtesy of Weichert Properties - Ellen S Simon

Listing Contact: (917) 751-9727

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