This iconic building was erected in 1966 by Max Abramovitz and Wallace Harrison, the lead architects for the United Nations Headquarters. The luxury building is known as one of New York City’s classic modernist residential buildings. It boasts unencumbered city views from oversized windows and overlooks the East River. Located near Beekman and Sutton Place in the heart of midtown Manhattan it is easily accessible to pocket parks and the newly created East Midtown Greenway which has a 1.8-acre public promenade along the East River waterfront. United Nations Plaza is comprised of two 38 story towers, containing @336 apartments. The building has a circular drive for easy access, four spacious sundecks with 360-degree views, garage, state of the art gym, and library. In addition, the building is pet friendly. The highly attentive staff is known for providing tight security and privacy for its residents. This elegant high floor home with stunning city and river views was originally an oversized “Classic 6”. The sun-flooded apartment was opened to create a sophisticated apartment for both living and entertaining. A large square entry foyer with half bath welcomes you into the apartment. The second bedroom with an ensuite marble bathroom, now doubles as a library/ guest room which opens into the corner Living Room by bi-fold doors. The large formal dining room can be accessed from both the foyer and living room which creates a circular flow for grand entertaining. The expansive corner living room has multiple seating areas plus room for a card table. The primary bedroom suite which faces North has a dressing area, 2 large walk in closets and an ensuite marble bathroom with soaking tub and separate stall shower. The large L shaped eat in kitchen with butler’s pantry is equipped with stainless steel appliances including a Fisher Paykel Refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, Miele 4 burner stove, microwave, ice maker and a stacked Miele washer/dryer. The third bedroom with ensuite bathroom now serves as a home office. The apartment has 8 large closets, motorized shades, and a secondary back service entrance. The Living Room and Dining Room have hand painted stenciled floors. 3% flip tax paid by purchaser.
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Property Information:
Year Built: 1966
Listing Office:
Office Name: Sothebys International Realty
Office Phone: (212) 606-7660
Listing Agent: Valerie Sherman
Agent Phone: (212) 606-7684
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Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Washer
Interior: Elevator
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 3
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View: City, Water
Exterior: Building Courtyard, Courtyard
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List Price: $1,900,000
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Amount: $6179
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PS 78
4809 Center Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school0.64 miles
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425 E 35th St
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213 E 63rd St
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Hunters Point Community Middle School
150 51st Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.72 miles
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Ella Baker School
317 E 67th St
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645 Main St
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150 51st Ave
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Unity Center For Urban Technologies
111 E 33rd St
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Manhattan Academy For Arts and Languages
111 E 33rd St
Distance between this listing and this school0.91 miles
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Frequently Asked Questions About 870 United Nations Plz Unit 26D
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 870 United Nations Plz Unit 26D property is $1,900,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 870 United Nations Plz Unit 26D is a condo located in New York City, New York, 10017.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 870 United Nations Plz Unit 26D is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 870 United Nations Plz Unit 26D has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 870 United Nations Plz Unit 26D is 1966.
This home is located at 870 United Nations Plz Unit 26D in New York City, NY and zip code 10017 in the Turtle Bay neighborhood. This home was built in 1966. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 11, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,900,000.
In September 2024, from all listings sold in New York, NY there were more than 238 sold above asking price, over 851 sold below and more than 765 were sold right at the asked price. Between August 2024 and September 2024, New York, NY real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 3%. In September 2024 median list price was $853,828 and the average listing age was 87 days.
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