870 5th Avenue, Unit 8A
Description
NEWLY STAGED LOOKING GORGEOUS.
Stunning home with direct Central Park facing views in a most distinguished full-service cooperatives on Fifth Avenue. 870 has an elegant street entrance and a beautiful Art Deco lobby with a private garden and roof deck with expansive views. Welcoming Doormen and a Concierge are all in line with the hallmarks of a respected, well managed Fifth Avenue Building.
Renovated to perfection with all new Mechanicals, Plumbing and upgraded Electric....At long last BACK ON THE AVENUE.
NEWLY STAGED LOOKING GORGEOUS.
Stunning home with direct Central Park facing views in a most distinguished full-service cooperatives on Fifth Avenue. 870 has an elegant street entrance and a beautiful Art Deco lobby with a private garden and roof deck with expansive views. Welcoming Doormen and a Concierge are all in line with the hallmarks of a respected, well managed Fifth Avenue Building.
Renovated to perfection with all new Mechanicals, Plumbing and upgraded Electric. The owners used the highest specifications as would be expected in a home of this caliber. YEAR ROUND AC and WASHER/DRYERS NOW PERMITTED.
This sunny home has year-round mesmerizing views through large new double paned windows. The expansive floor plan provides a flow of 57 feet from the Living Room with sweeping views of Central Park through to the Dining Room with its open East exposure of tranquil townhouse gardens. A highlight of the home is the defined center foyer, with custom bookcases of sycamore and mahogany and deco moldings throughout .
The large Primary Bedroom enjoys direct Central Park views, a walk-in closet, custom desk and bath ensuite. The Second and Third Bedrooms have open garden views East and their own ensuite baths.
The East facing windowed chef's kitchen was given new life with custom two-tone cabinetry, quartz counter tops, marble backsplash and floors. It is outfitted with top of the line appliances; a Subzero refrigerator, Viking gas range with vented hood and a Bosch dishwasher.
Further upgrades in the apartment include matching solid wood milled doors, hardwood floors, recessed lighting and custom window shades.
A surplus of cabinetry has been seamlessly located under all windows providing generous storage, making this a home of comfort and luxury. Rarely occupied and in xxx mint condition it is ready for you make it your home.
Building Amenities include a live-in Resident Manager, 24-hour Doormen and Concierge, a beautiful Roof Garden, Gym, Bike Room, Laundry Room.
Private Storage transfers with the apartment. Pets allowed, Pied-a-Terre permitted, 3% Flip Tax by Purchaser.
Building has an A energy rating
Maintenance is before primary residence tax abatement.
Assessment has been fully paid covering new elevators and the LL11 for the facade
Amenities
- Classic 6
- Full-Time Doorman
- Concierge
- Central Park Views
- Park Views
- Deck
- Common Roof Deck
- Gym
Property Details for 870 5th Avenue, Unit 8A
| Status | Exclusive Expired |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 93 |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $5,407 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 50% |
| Total Rooms | 6.0 |
| Compass Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | Co-Operative |
| Year Built | 1949 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
870 5th Ave
Location
Building Information for 870 5th Avenue, Unit 8A
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$20,318 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
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1Property History for 870 5th Avenue, Unit 8A
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/25/2025 | $3,700,000 | |
| 04/25/2025 | $3,700,000 +1.7% / yr | |
| 11/13/2024 | — | |
| 07/08/2024 | $4,195,000 | |
| 05/15/2024 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 02/12/2024 | Listed (Active) Manual | $4,895,000 |
| 11/28/2023 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 05/05/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $5,250,000 |
| 12/05/2020 | $5,975,000 | |
| 07/22/2020 | $6,250,000 | |
| 09/02/2010 | Sold RealPlus #43294eb4fac33e26141acc1087588d629e3e1480 | $2,895,000 |
| 09/02/2010 | $2,895,000 | |
| 04/24/2010 | Contract Signed RealPlus #43294eb4fac33e26141acc1087588d629e3e1480 | $2,995,000 |
| 03/01/2010 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #43294eb4fac33e26141acc1087588d629e3e1480 | $2,995,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 870 5th Avenue, Unit 8A
Schools near 870 5th Avenue, Unit 8A
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
East Side Elementary School, PS 267 PublicK to 5 | ||
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner Public6 to 8 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School 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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