#RLS20012712, Michelle E Brodsky, Listing Office: Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1049 5th Ave Unit Ph20 New York City, NY 10028
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About 1049 5th Ave Unit Ph20
High above Fifth Avenue, where the city gives way to the green expanse of Central Park, a rare and remarkable canvas awaits. Penthouse 20 at 1049 Fifth Avenue spans over 4,650 square feet across a full floor, with sweeping views of Central Park and the skyline, elegantly framed by multiple private terraces. Accessed via a private elevator landing, the residence opens into a grand entry hall that is bathed in natural light from every direction. The layout is gracious and well-proportioned, offering an exceptional opportunity to reimagine a home of rare scale and sophistication atop Fifth Avenue. The western and northern wing hosts dramatic entertaining spaces: a double living room with a classically framed fireplace and panoramic Park and Reservoir views; a richly paneled library; a large media room with adjacent terrace; a windowed kitchen with breakfast area overlooking the Reservoir; and a spacious dining room flanked by two additional terraces. The eastern and southern wing features five bedrooms, each with en-suite baths, including one with a private terrace. The primary suite offers a sense of scale and privacy rarely found complete with dual bathrooms and separate dressing rooms. Throughout, oversized picture windows capture the surrounding vistas and flood the home with natural light. The offering includes a separate studio apartment on the third floor and a private storage locker. 2% flip tax payable by purchaser. 1049 Fifth Avenue is a distinguished white-glove condominium located along Manhattan’s Museum Mile, directly across from Central Park. Originally built in 1928 as the Adams Hotel, the 23-story tower is an elegant example of Functionalist architecture. In the early 1990s, the building was meticulously transformed into a luxury condominium with architecture by Costas Kondylis and interiors by Cullman & Kravis. Today, it offers residents full-service amenities including a 24-hour doorman, concierge, and resident manager.
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Freezer, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, His and Hers Closets, Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Decorative
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Garage, Valet
- Exterior: Balcony, Private Entrance, Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft
- Cooling: Other
- List Price: $11,950,000
- Price/SqFt: $2,563
- HOA Amount: $10159 Monthly
- Year Built: 1928
- Living Area: 4,661 SqFt
- MLS Number: RLS20026861
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (212) 913-9058
- Listing Agent: Robert Varvara
- Agent Phone: (914) 844-4940
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Nearby schools
9
P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•45 E 81st St Frnt 1
9
PS 77 Lower Lab School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.6 mi
•1700 3rd Ave
7
P.S. 198 Isador E. Ida Straus School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•1700 3rd Ave Frnt 1
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $182,759. Residents of New York City, NY typically earn $200k+ each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 1049 5th Ave Unit Ph20
The listing price of 1049 5th Ave Unit Ph20 property is $11,950,000.
The property 1049 5th Ave Unit Ph20 is a condo located in New York City, New York, 10028.
Active Listing: 1049 5th Ave Unit Ph20 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1049 5th Ave Unit Ph20 are: P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), PS 77 Lower Lab School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), P.S. 198 Isador E. Ida Straus School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), East Side Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), J.H.S. 167 Robert F. Wagner School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Middle School 243 Center School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Life Sciences Secondary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (The) (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Global Learning Collaborative (The) (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
The property at 1049 5th Ave Unit Ph20 has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1049 5th Ave Unit Ph20 is 4,661 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1049 5th Ave Unit Ph20 is 1928.
This home is located at 1049 5th Ave Unit Ph20 in New York City, NY and zip code 10028 in the Upper East Side neighborhood. This 4,661 square foot home was built in 1928. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $11,950,000.
While more than 210 listings in New York City, NY in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 792 listings sold at asking price, and more than 652 were sold below. In April 2025 in New York City, NY there were 1.7% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025 median list price was $870,078 and the average listing age was 131 days.