17 East 97th Street, Unit 5A

1,600 Sq. Ft.
$1,247 / Sq. Ft.
1,600
Sq. Ft.
$1,247
per Sq. Ft.

Description

RARE CARNEGIE HILL GEM
Perfectly located one block from Central Park, a glorious opportunity awaits. This is the first offering of an A-line in the Mannados in 12 years! This intimate 24-unit building attracts people who cherish home and laying down roots. 5A is your chance to own a piece of old New York and create the home you have been dreaming of.
This corner unit offers 11 windows and beautifully expansive rooms. A 46-ft-long gallery welcomes you and offers the ideal separation between the home’s
...RARE CARNEGIE HILL GEM

Perfectly located one block from Central Park, a glorious opportunity awaits. This is the first offering of an A-line in the Mannados in 12 years! This intimate 24-unit building attracts people who cherish home and laying down roots. 5A is your chance to own a piece of old New York and create the home you have been dreaming of.

This corner unit offers 11 windows and beautifully expansive rooms. A 46-ft-long gallery welcomes you and offers the ideal separation between the home’s entertaining space and the bedroom wing, as well as providing the perfect backdrop for your cherished artwork.

The grandly proportioned living / dining room offers 4 East-facing windows inviting glorious morning light and blue sky to illuminate the nearly 31 ft expanse. Here you have a warm, welcoming place to entertain in style and comfort.

The kitchen offers so much space with immense potential to become your dream chef’s kitchen. Currently home to a washing machine, huge pantry, loads of cabinetry and a vintage double cast-iron sink which you may wish to incorporate in your new design.

Off the kitchen, what was once a staff room, half bath + smaller third bedroom, now offers one large bedroom with an en suite half bath which could easily be expanded to a second full bath.

There are 2 substantially proportioned bedrooms residing at the back of the home separated by a large full bathroom.

Throughout this nearly 1600 sf home are prewar details, original hardwood floors, over 9 ft ceilings, 6 closets and an uncommonly low maintenance. There is also a huge private storage room in the basement that conveys with the sale at no additional cost.

Built circa 1904, The Mannados, is an attractive award-winning Co-operative in Carnegie Hill near Central Park and Museum Mile. Residents here enjoy a live-in Superintendent, central laundry, private storage and a virtual doorman to accept packages. Shredding service is also available in the building an pets are welcome! Conveniently located near the 6 train, cross town buses and endless culinary options from cafes to finer dining. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to live in this historic and beautiful neighborhood at a most affordable price.

Amenities

  • Corner Unit
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Elevator
  • Washer
  • Laundry in Building
  • Windowed Kitchen
LISTING UPDATED: 03/28/2026 01:07 PM

Property Details for 17 East 97th Street, Unit 5A

StatusActive
Days on Market61
Taxes-
Maintenance$2,137 / month
Min. Down Pymt20%
Total Rooms5.0
Property TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1904
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation1%

Building

17 E 97th St

24 Units6 StoriesBuilt in 1904

Location

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Building Information for 17 East 97th Street, Unit 5A

Building/Complex17 E 97th StFloor5Stories6Residences24Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1904Building AgePre-war

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$12,183 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,046

Property Taxes

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Maintenance/Common Charges

$2,137

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Property History for 17 East 97th Street, Unit 5A

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 28, 2026

Price Change

Manual

$1,995,000
Mar 11, 2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$2,100,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/28/2026

Price Change

Manual

$1,995,000
03/11/2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$2,100,000

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Schools near 17 East 97th Street, Unit 5A

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
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

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17 East 97th Street, Unit 5A is a co-op for sale in Upper East Side. This property was listed for sale on March 11, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,995,000. 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. 17 East 97th Street, Unit 5A is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,600 sqft co-op built in 1904.

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