#RLS20009607, Alexander Boriskin, Listing Office: Douglas Elliman Real Estate

12 E 87th St Unit 8C New York City, NY 10128
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About 12 E 87th St Unit 8C
Nestled on the top floor of The Capitol, a landmark eight-story neo-Renaissance building in Carnegie Hill, apartment 8C offers a fully renovated sanctuary with all the charm expected of this historic gem and luxury details throughout. Just steps from Central Park, Museum Mile, fine dining, and top schools, this quiet, sun-filled one-bedroom home blends impeccable modern upgrades with timeless pre-war elegance. The expansive living room features an 18' custom built-in cabinet and an AV closet, perfect for modern entertainment needs. Brand-new windows usher in natural light, complemented by refinished oak floors throughout. The dining area boasts stylish new cabinetry and a wine cooler, offering a sophisticated space for entertaining. The entirely new kitchen combines style and function, featuring state-of-the-art appliances, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a beautifully tiled backsplash. The primary bedroom is an oversized haven, featuring a brand-new 9’ wide closet with additional upper storage, custom millwork, and a sleek radiator cover. Additional storage abounds with five closets and two enclosed storage areas above the washer/dryer. The spa-like bathroom offers radiant heated floors, a bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, double sinks, marble finishes, and ample storage. 8C exemplifies turn-key living with infrastructure upgrades including new plumbing and updated electrical systems. The Capitol offers a part-time doorman (12-8 PM), a live-in superintendent, is Pet-friendly, allows pied-a-terre use, sublets, gifting, co-purchasers, LLC purchases, parents buying for children, and guarantors are all considered on a case-by-case basis, and financing up to 65%. This sophisticated home awaits its next chapter in the heart of Carnegie Hill’s most desirable neighborhood.
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 1
- List Price: $1,395,000
- HOA Amount: $2,871
- HOA Frequency: Monthly
- Year Built: 1910
- MLS Number: RLS11021869
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: Engel & Volkers New York Real Estate LLC
- Office Phone: (212) 616-7600
- Listing Agent: Daniela Arvilli
- Agent Phone: (954) 662-7754
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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
0.5 mi
•1700 3rd Ave
7
P.S. 198 Isador E. Ida Straus School
Public District PK-5
0.5 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. The majority of New York City, NY residents have income $200k+ annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 12 E 87th St Unit 8C
The listing price of 12 E 87th St Unit 8C property is $1,395,000.
The property 12 E 87th St Unit 8C is a condo located in New York City, New York, 10128.
Active Listing: 12 E 87th St Unit 8C is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 12 E 87th St Unit 8C 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), Eleanor Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (The) (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
The property at 12 E 87th St Unit 8C has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
The year of construction for 12 E 87th St Unit 8C is 1910.
This home is located at 12 E 87th St Unit 8C in New York City, NY and zip code 10028 in the Upper East Side neighborhood. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,395,000.
New York City, NY housing market in April 2025 saw over 210 listings sold above listed price, more than 792 sold at listed price and over 652 sold below. The number of homes for sale in New York City, NY increased by 1.7% between March and April 2025. In April 2025 median list price was $870,078 and the average listing age was 131 days.