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870 5th Avenue 15ENew York, NY 10065

For Sale

$3,650,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $45,625

Fifth Avenue - Classic Seven

This wonderful sun-drenched Classic 7 residence is perfectly situated on the 15th Floor of a full-service white-glove cooperative at the corner of Fifth Avenue and 68th Street.

An elegant 20 Ft. gallery leads to a gracious and impressive 31 x 15 Ft. living room with open southern exposures and sweeping distant views of midtown Manhattan. At the far end of the gallery is the oversized corner formal dining room which can easily serve as a dining room/library. The modernized kitchen and staff room with private bathroom are adjacent to the dining room. Adjacent to the kitchen is the washer/dryer.

The private bedroom wing consists of three generous suites, each with an en-suite bathroom. This wing of the home also enjoys wide-open city views, excellent sunlight , and is pin-drop quiet. In addition, each bedroom suite has ample closet and storage space.

Residents of this established cooperative enjoy the highest level of service, privacy and security. There is a wonderful fitness room and building roof terrace for residents. Small pets are permitted. The building allows 50% financing and there is a 3% flip tax payable by the purchasers.

Listed by John Burger

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License #30BU0711932

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Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

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(212) 906-9274

Last updated September 03, 2025

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Source: REBNY #RLS20031004

Listing Facts

  • TypeCo-op
  • NeighborhoodLenox Hill
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms4
  • Days on Prevu88
  • HOA/Maint. Fees$8,032/month

Amenities

  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Pets Allowed
  • Concierge

Location

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Listing History

09/03/2025
Price Decreased
$3,650,000
06/13/2025
Listed by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
$3,950,000

Estimated Closing Costs

Total
$64,250
Attorney Fees
$4,000
NYC Mansion Tax
$54,750
Bank Attorney
$1,500
Other Closing Costs
$4,000

Estimated closing costs are based on the list price of $3,650,000 and a 50% downpayment. These estimates are for indicative purposes only. Actual closing costs may vary for each transaction. See the Closing Costs Calculator for calculations specific to your situation.

Property Details for 870 5th Avenue 15E

Association

Amenities

  • Pets Allowed: Building Yes, Yes
  • Concierge: Doorman Full Time, Concierge Full Time, Elevator Attendance Full Time

Fees

  • Association Fee: $8,032.00 Monthly

Financial

  • Flip Tax: 3.0%
  • Flip Tax Remarks: SELLER PAYS

Compensation

Commissions

  • Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.5Percent

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 94
  • Property Condition: Good Condition
  • Stories Total: 20
  • Structure Type: High Rise
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Entry Level: 15

Features

  • Building Features: Storage

Interior

Features

  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1

Measurements

  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 7

Other

Location

  • City Region: Manhattan
  • Subdivision Name: Lenox Hill
  • Tax Block: 01383
  • Tax Lot: 0001

Utilities

Equipment

  • Has Cooling: Yes

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