70 East 96th Street, Unit 7B

70 E 96th St
Upper East Side

$2,549,000
Price
3
Beds
1,914 Sq. Ft.
$1,332 / Sq. Ft.
1,914
Sq. Ft.
$1,332
per Sq. Ft.
a room with painting on the wall and a mirror
a view of a dining room with furniture and wooden floor
a kitchen with a sink and refrigerator
a view of a dining room with furniture and wooden floor
a bedroom with a bed couch and window
a spacious bedroom with a bed and glass window
a bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
a living room with furniture and a window
a living room with furniture and a window
a view of an empty room with a fireplace and a window
a view of an empty room with window and wooden floor
a view of an empty room
a view of an empty room
a view of an empty room
a bathroom with a shower
a bathroom with a sink a mirror and a shower
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a view of a patio with table and chairs potted plants and floor to ceiling window
front view of a building
a view of a livingroom with furniture and floor to ceiling window
a living room with couches and a view of living room
a living room with furniture and painting on the wall
a utility room with dryer and washer
a utility room with dryer and washer
a view of a wooden door with a tree in front of it
a picture of a bench in front of a window

Description

Welcome to Residence 7B at 70 East 96th Street - a rare offering in one of Carnegie Hill's most esteemed Rosario Candela cooperatives. Encompassing over 1,900 approx. square feet of refined living space, this gracious, freshly painted 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home invites you to reimagine it into a truly bespoke Upper East Side retreat. Enter through a stately foyer and be welcomed by formal living and dining rooms that exude prewar elegance. Timeless herringbone hardwood floors, modern built-ins that...Welcome to Residence 7B at 70 East 96th Street - a rare offering in one of Carnegie Hill's most esteemed Rosario Candela cooperatives. Encompassing over 1,900 approx. square feet of refined living space, this gracious, freshly painted 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home invites you to reimagine it into a truly bespoke Upper East Side retreat. Enter through a stately foyer and be welcomed by formal living and dining rooms that exude prewar elegance. Timeless herringbone hardwood floors, modern built-ins that combine style and function with effortless grace, and soaring proportions create an ideal setting for both grand entertaining and quiet sophistication. The expansive dining room is perfectly suited for hosting. The windowed eat-in kitchen - complete with an adjacent office and powder room - offers boundless potential to be transformed into a chef's dream. The office provides versatile options, ideal for a work, a creative space, or an additional guest room. The kitchen and office are virtually renovated to show their fantastic potential. The private primary suite is a peaceful escape, featuring an en-suite bath with a frameless walk-in shower, elegant modern tiling, built-in shelving, and two closets. Two additional bedrooms, each with hardwood floors, share a bathroom, while the second bedroom boasts two closets of its own. Multiple additional storage spaces, including a foyer closet, hall closet, and dedicated storage off the dining room and office, ensure effortless organization throughout. Designed in 1929 by the celebrated architect Rosario Candela, 70 East 96th Street is a white-glove cooperative known for its impeccable service and prewar distinction. Residents enjoy a full-time doorman, live-in superintendent, porters, bike room, free bin storage, and a modern central laundry room. In-unit washer/dryer permitted upon board approval. Pets are welcome, and 60% financing is allowed. 2.5% flip tax is paid by the buyer. Pied-a-terre not permitted. Perfectly situated just off Madison Avenue, this distinguished address places you moments from Central Park, the Museum Mile, acclaimed private schools, and the city's finest dining and shopping. Convenient access to the 4, 5, 6, and Q trains, as well as crosstown buses, ensures seamless connectivity to all of Manhattan. An exceptional home with extraordinary potential in the heart of Carnegie Hill! Virtually staged. Some rooms virtually renovated.
  1. Listed by Smitha Ramchandani • Christies International Real Estate Group LLC
    P: (973)-953-7777 C: (973)-953-7777 smithar@christiesrealestategroup.com
  2. Listed by Christopher Stokes Moseley • Christies International Real Estate Group LLC
    P: (212)-203-8722 C: (212)-203-8722 csmoseley@christiesrealestategroup.com

Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Fireplace
  • Built-Ins
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Elevator
  • Washer / Dryer in Unit
  • Laundry in Building
  • Air Conditioning
LISTING UPDATED: 10/14/2025 11:44 AM

Property Details for 70 East 96th Street, Unit 7B

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20041331
Days on Market137
Taxes-
Maintenance$4,682 / month
Min. Down Pymt40%
Total Rooms7.5
Compass TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1929
CountyNew York County

Building

70 E 96th St

74 Units17 StoriesBuilt in 1929

Location

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Building Information for 70 East 96th Street, Unit 7B

Building/Complex70 E 96th StFloor7Stories17Residences74Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details3Year Built1929Building AgePre-war

Payment Calculator

$14,129 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,447

Property Taxes

$0

Maintenance/Common Charges

$4,682

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Property Information for 70 East 96th Street, Unit 7B

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Carnegie Hill
  • Stories Total: 16
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: No
  • Zoning Description: R10
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0041
  • Tax Deduction Percent: 38.00%
  • Tax Block: 01507
  • Flip Tax Type: Percent
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $3
  • Building Tax Lot: 0041
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 0.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1914.0
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Building Features: Elevators
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Laundry Features: Other
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes, BuildingDogsOK
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • Common Interest: StockCooperative
  • Number Of Shares: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: HighRise
  • Property Condition: Good
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Other
  • Entry Level: 7
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Dining Type: Formal
  • Floor Number: 7
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: No
  • ElevatorsTotal: 2
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Line: B
  • Number Of Units Total: 62
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitYes, DogsOk
  • Attendance Type: DoormanFullTime
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 70 East 96th Street, Unit 7B

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Aug 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20041331

$2,549,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/06/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20041331

$2,549,000

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Schools near 70 East 96th Street, Unit 7B

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 198 Isador E Ida Straus
Public - PK to 5
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public - 6 to 8
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 198 Isador E Ida Straus
PublicPK to 5

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 70 East 96th Street, Unit 7B, Upper East Side

70 East 96th Street, Unit 7B is a co-op for sale in Upper East Side. This property was listed for sale on August 6, 2025 by Christies International Real Estate Group LLC, it's currently listed at $2,549,000. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include P.S. 198 Isador E Ida Straus, Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 70 East 96th Street, Unit 7B is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,914 sqft co-op built in 1929.

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