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1 bed907 sqft$1,268/sqft
1255 5th Avenue, Unit 6D, Upper Carnegie Hill
Building Info: 1255 5th Ave, 8 stories, Built 1925
Est: $8,952/moGet pre-approved
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Description

An absolute gem! A prewar loft CONDO on Fifth Avenue overlooking Central Park. Truly "downtown uptown", this loft has ceilings that soar over 12 ft throughout and an airy floor plan ideal for living and entertaining.
Tastefully renovated and move-in ready, this spacious 907 square foot one bedroom home offers sun-splashed expansive living room with beamed ceilings and oversized double hung windows that frame breathtaking, direct views of Central Park. The high ceilings not only enhance the sense of
...An absolute gem! A prewar loft CONDO on Fifth Avenue overlooking Central Park. Truly "downtown uptown", this loft has ceilings that soar over 12 ft throughout and an airy floor plan ideal for living and entertaining.

Tastefully renovated and move-in ready, this spacious 907 square foot one bedroom home offers sun-splashed expansive living room with beamed ceilings and oversized double hung windows that frame breathtaking, direct views of Central Park. The high ceilings not only enhance the sense of space and light but also offer generous wall space, perfect for displaying your favorite artwork.

The graciously proportioned primary bedroom, also Park facing, offers custom outfitted walk in closet. There is a through-wall heating and cooling separately controlled in the bedroom as well as in the living room.

The renovated marble bathroom features an attractive double sink vanity and large windows. There is a washer/dryer in the unit. The windowed kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, granite countertops and premium stainless steel appliances including Fisher and Paykel refrigerator.

Abundant storage including two large walk in closets completes this wonderful home.

This space is the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. Explore the flowers in the Conservatory Gardens 2 blocks from the apartment, or stop for coffee at the Cafe at the New York Academy of Medicine on your way to visit the Museum of City of New York. Enjoy the birds on the Harlem Meer's gorgeous lake while fishing! And, newly-opened in April is the Davis Center, a project overseen by Central Park Conservancy, featuring larger than Olympic size swimming pool and enhanced green spaces, waterway and floating boardwalk.

Located on Museum Mile, 1255 Fifth is a unique prewar condominium built in 1925. With 8 floors and 59 apartments, this full service condominium offers residents a 24- hour doorman, a concierge, a live-in resident manager. Building amenities include a fitness room, a pretty planted roof garden, and a laundry room on each floor. There is also private storage in the basement as well as bicycle storage. Pets are permitted.

The 2/3 express and 6 trains are just a few blocks away and the Fifth Avenue local and express buses stop directly across the street.

There is currently an assessment of $1851.89 until April 2027 for Local Law 11 work. Owner broker

***Some listing photos are virtually staged.***
LISTING UPDATED: 08/09/2026 02:03 PM

Property Details for 1255 5th Avenue, Unit 6D

Status
-
Days on Market
-
Pet Policy
Allowed
Taxes
$859 / month
Common Charges
$1,517 / month
Min. Down Pymt
10%
Total Rooms
3.0
Property Type
MLS Type
-
Year Built
1925
Buyer's Agent Compensation
2.5%
Compensation Remarks
co-broke

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Concierge
  • Roof Deck
  • Common Roof Deck
  • Gym
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings

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Building Information for 1255 5th Avenue, Unit 6D

Building/Complex1255 5th AveFloor6Stories8Residences59Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Detailspet friendly buildingYear Built1925Building AgePre-war

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$8,952 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,576

Property Taxes

$859

Maintenance/Common Charges

$1,517

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Property History for 1255 5th Avenue, Unit 6D

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jul 2, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

$1,195,000
May 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,195,000
May 9, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2005052500541002

$690,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/02/2025

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

$1,195,000
05/14/2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,195,000
05/09/2005

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2005052500541002

$690,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1255 5th Avenue, Unit 6D

Taxable ValueLand$8,074Additions$85,557Total$93,631
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt907 SqFtLot Size0 SqFtYear Built1925ZoningR9APN1016131046

Schools near 1255 5th Avenue, Unit 6D

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 4.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 8
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Central Park East High School
Public9 to 12

Isaac Newton Ms For Math And Science
Public6 to 8

Central Park East I
PublicPK to 5

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1255 5th Avenue, Unit 6D is a condo for sale in Upper Carnegie Hill. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 4. Nearby schools include P.S. 108 Assemblyman Angelo Del Toro Educational Com, Central Park East High School and Isaac Newton Ms For Math And Science. 1255 5th Avenue, Unit 6D is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 907 sqft condo built in 1925.

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