$11,950,000

21 E 87th St Unit 2Ab New York City, NY 10128

4 beds
6 full, 1 partial
4,600 sqft
$2,598 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 21 E 87th St Unit 2Ab

Rare opportunity to purchase a fully renovated and exceptional 15 into 11 room home (4 beds/convertible 5 beds, 6.5 baths, home office, and entertainment room) perfectly located in the heart of Carnegie Hill. Spanning approximately 4600 sq ft, the meticulously designed layout is ideal for hosting large gatherings and contemporary living. Originally 15 rooms, this apartment's size, storage, and location is unparalleled!<BR><BR>Upon entering this magnificent home from a private elevator landing, you are welcomed by a gracious gallery with hand-cut granite floors and a large double door coat closet. The expansive living/dining room is filled with natural sunlight and a wall of windows facing southeast over Madison Avenue. There are pristine mahogany herringbone floors and high beamed ceilings throughout the apartment. The suburban-sized eat-in-kitchen is a chef’s dream; the kitchen has an abundance of natural sunlight, a large center island, granite floors, custom cabinetry, enormous amounts of storage, and all top-of-the-line appliances including Sub-Zero refrigerator and under-counter beverage refrigerator, Wolf 6-burner range with griddle and warming drawer, vented hood, Miele dishwasher and espresso machine, and Traulsen wine refrigerator with capacity for 150 bottles. In addition, there is a butler’s pantry, wet bar, and full-sized breakfast area with a banquette seating up to 8 people. For all your entertaining needs, there is also a massive Entertainment Room with double exposures facing both south and east as well as a connected full bathroom. The Entertainment Room is so large that even a portion can easily be converted into a 5th bedroom. There is an additional Guest Powder Room.<BR><BR>The separate bedroom wing consists of 4 generously-proportioned bedrooms located on the other side of the apartment allowing for maximum privacy. The oversized Primary Bedroom Suite features two large dressing rooms, two en-suite bathrooms, and a decorative marble fireplace. The other three bedrooms are all spacious with walk-in-closets and en-suite bathrooms. In addition, there is a sun-filled Home Office and a large Laundry Room with a sink and full-size washer and vented dryer.<BR><BR>Additional special features include: Multi-zone HVAC system controlled by Honeywell programmable thermostats and accessible by phone, built-in Sonos entertainment system throughout the public rooms, CitiQuiet windows, recessed lighting, crown moldings, high ceilings, pre-war details, and private storage in the basement.<BR><BR>21 East 87th Street, an Emery Roth designed building, is a highly coveted pre-war cooperative in Carnegie Hill. There is a 24-hour doorman, live-in resident manager, fitness room, bike room, laundry room, and private storage for each apt. Pets allowed. It's conveniently located between Madison Avenue and Fifth Avenue, and it's within steps of Central Park, Museum Mile, 92NY, public transportation, and prestigious public and private schools. $1514.17/month capital assessment through Dec. 2025. 65% financing allowed. 2% Flip Tax.

Highlights

Home typeStock Cooperative
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,600 sqft
Year built1927
MLS #RLS11032077
FireplaceDecorative

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Summary

  • MLS Number: RLS11032077
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (212) 913-9058
  • Office Email: daniel.marrello@compass.com
  • Listing Agent: Elizabeth Yu Chiang
  • Agent Phone: (917) 584-3212

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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.

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Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $182,759. Typical income of New York City, NY residents is $200k+ annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

15%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
47%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

43%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
9%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
33%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 21 E 87th St Unit 2Ab

This home is located at 21 E 87th St Unit 2Ab in New York City, NY and zip code 10128 in the Upper East Side neighborhood. This 4,600 square foot home was built in 1927. Features: 4 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $11,950,000.

In February 2025 more than 189 listings in New York City, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 682 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 627 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in New York City, NY between January and February 2025 decreased by 3.1%. The median list price of listings available in February 2025 was $867,439, while the average time on the real estate market was 130 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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