#RLS11027212, Nikki Field, Listing Office: Sothebys International Realty

870 United Nations Plz Unit 29De New York City, NY 10017
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About 870 United Nations Plz Unit 29De
<p>Presenting an extremely rare opportunity to own a sprawling 5,354 square foot residence with extraordinary views from every vantage point, in Midtown Manhattan's prestigious United Nations Plaza! This enormous combination unit offering 8 bedrooms, 7 full baths, 2 half baths, an office and expansive entertaining space is truly elegant and one of a kind. Perched on the 29th floor and wrapped in walls of windows on 3 sides, 29DE enjoys beautiful natural light and showcases spectacular unobstructed East River, UN and city skyline views from high above NYC. Update the interiors to suit your discerning taste and needs, and create the dream home you've envisioned, in an amenity-rich building that epitomizes luxury living.</p> <p>Privacy and versatility are maximized thanks to 2 separate entrances accessing the apartment, and thoughtfully divided living and sleeping quarters. Family and guests can be comfortably accommodated and secluded with 4 bedrooms set on one side, and 3 tucked away on the other. The crown jewel of 29DE is the incredible, gigantic open-concept living and dining rooms stretching the entire length of the home that makes hosting large-scale gatherings effortless. The backdrop of dramatic water and cityscape vistas is absolutely breathtaking, from the corner dining room to the corner office on the far side of the living area. Most of the bedrooms are spacious and serene, with en-suite baths and stunning views that will dazzle you morning and night.</p> <p>Additional highlights elevating the lifestyle are a large family room for relaxing, rich marble and hardwoods, extensive built-in seating and storage throughout, abundant closets including a huge 9'x9'5" walk-in, and 2 washers-dryers.</p> <p>Built in 1966, 870 UN Plaza was designed by master architects Wallace Harrison & Max Abramovitz, the lead architects responsible for conceiving the United Nations Headquarters complex and other iconic buildings like Time-Life at Rockefeller Center and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. The UN Plaza, comprised of two 38 story towers, offers residents incomparable amenities such as doorman/concierge service, an attentive staff, fully-equipped gym with Pilates studio, 4 sundecks with 360 degree views of the city, a well-stocked library, lounge with a catering kitchen and bar, game/rec room with golf simulator, parking garage, and private full-block circular drive at the 49th Street exit from the FDR Drive.</p> <p>The building's prime location right by the UN and East River is also adjacent to the MacArthur children's playground, and across the street from the Peter Detmold Park dog park (yes, pets are allowed).</p>
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- MLS Number: RLS10985905
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
- Office Phone: (212) 891-7000
- Office Email: rferrari@elliman.com
- Listing Agent: Patricia Vance
- Agent Phone: (917) 579-4016
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Nearby schools
8
P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•231 E 56th St # 249
8
The River School
Public District PK-4
0.7 mi
•425 E 35th St
8
P.S./I.S. 78Q The Robert F. Wagner, Jr. School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•4809 Center Blvd
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The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $152,957. Most New York City, NY residents have annual incomes $200k+. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 870 United Nations Plz Unit 29De
This home is located at 870 United Nations Plz Unit 29De in New York City, NY and zip code 10017 in the Turtle Bay neighborhood. This 5,354 square foot home was built in 1967. Features: 8 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 13, 2024 and is currently priced at $4,950,000.
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. Between January and February 2025, New York City, NY real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 3.1%. Listings spent 130 days on the market in February 2025, and had a median list price of $867,439 during the same period.