70 East 96th Street, Unit 2D
Description
WASHER / DRYERS PERMITTED WITH BOARD APPROVAL.
APARTMENT COMES WITH A STORAGE CAGE IN THE BASEMENT, MEASURING APPROXIMATELY 4 X 6.
Welcome to 70 East 96th Street, a classic pre-war cooperative in the heart of Carnegie Hill! Residence 2D is a perfect blend of timeless elegance and modern comfort. This meticulously maintained home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and abundant closet...3 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM APARTMENT IN A CLASSIC PRE-WAR COOPERATIVE, DESIGNED BY RENOWNED ARCHITECT ROSARIO CANDELA.
WASHER / DRYERS PERMITTED WITH BOARD APPROVAL.
APARTMENT COMES WITH A STORAGE CAGE IN THE BASEMENT, MEASURING APPROXIMATELY 4 X 6.
Welcome to 70 East 96th Street, a classic pre-war cooperative in the heart of Carnegie Hill! Residence 2D is a perfect blend of timeless elegance and modern comfort. This meticulously maintained home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and abundant closet space throughout. A gracious layout with large rooms, high ceilings (nearly 10 ft) and a decorative fireplace with original mantle are hallmarks of this Rosario Candela-designed 1929 building. The windowed kitchen is efficiently laid with ample storage and a cozy breakfast area for casual meals. The primary bedroom enjoys double exposures, an en-suite bathroom and enough space to comfortably fit additional furniture or a home office setup. Two additional well-proportioned bedrooms and a second full bathroom in the hallway provide comfortable accommodations for family or guests. Every room, including the kitchen and bathrooms, is windowed, offering exceptional cross-ventilation.
WASHER / DRYERS permitted with board approval. The apartment comes with a STORAGE CAGE in the basement, measuring approximately 4 x 6.
Designed by renowned Rosario Candela, 70 East 96th Street stands as a full-service cooperative in the highly thought after Carnegie Hill neighborhood. Residents benefit from a 24-hour doorman, a live-in superintendent, multiple porters, a bike room, central laundry facilities, and storage. Enjoy easy access to the 6 and Q trains, as well as top-rated schools, museums, and neighborhood restaurants and cafes. The cooperative permits up to 60% financing.
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Amenities
- Corner Unit
- Full-Time Doorman
- Decorative Fireplace
- High Ceilings
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
- Washer / Dryer Hookup
- Laundry in Building
- Southern Exposure
- Bike Room
- Private Storage Included
- Private Storage For Rent
- Common Storage
- Laundry Room
- Highrise
Property Details for 70 East 96th Street, Unit 2D
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 54 |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $2,986 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 40% |
| Total Rooms | 5.0 |
| Property Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | Co-op |
| Year Built | 1929 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
70 E 96th St
Location
Building Information for 70 East 96th Street, Unit 2D
Payment Calculator
$7,877 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
$4,891
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$2,986
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1Property History for 70 East 96th Street, Unit 2D
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/10/2026 | Price Change Manual | $1,295,000 |
| 03/18/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,350,000 |
| 05/12/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,295,000 |
| 08/14/2018 | $1,220,000 | |
| 08/14/2018 | $1,220,000 +3.4% / yr | |
| 06/13/2018 | — | |
| 02/21/2018 | $1,450,000 | |
| 02/09/2018 | $1,450,000 | |
| 02/09/2018 | $1,450,000 | |
| 12/15/2011 | Sold RealPlus #6dc6b1261121fa6a34e03edc7d84704e62f74618 | $975,000 |
| 12/15/2011 | $975,000 -0.8% / yr | |
| 10/05/2011 | Contract Signed RealPlus #6dc6b1261121fa6a34e03edc7d84704e62f74618 | $999,000 |
| 09/06/2011 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #6dc6b1261121fa6a34e03edc7d84704e62f74618 | $999,000 |
| 01/30/2006 | Sold RealPlus #dc74345fbe32297a6eb35b3fa701fc078fab6584 | $1,023,000 |
| 01/30/2006 | $1,023,000 | |
| 01/25/2006 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #dc74345fbe32297a6eb35b3fa701fc078fab6584 | $1,059,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 70 East 96th Street, Unit 2D
Schools near 70 East 96th Street, Unit 2D
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 |
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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