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$2,350,000

21 E 87th St Unit 8A

Manhattan, NY, 10128
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2Beds
2Baths
1,800Sqft
$1306$/sqft

Listing Notes

Elegant, Pre-war Classic Six in Carnegie Hill Welcome to Apartment 8A at 21 East 87th Street, a prewar corner apartment ideally located on a quiet tree-lined block just moments away from Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Guggenheim Museum. This beautiful residence offers timeless elegance and exceptional potential in prime Carnegie Hill. This sunny and quiet home has classic prewar charm, with generous room sizes, high-beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, and a thoughtful layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Its flexible layout allows for the staff room to be seamlessly converted into a 3rd bedroom or Home Office. A welcoming gallery opens into an expansive south-facing living room measuring nearly 23 feet long with elegant moldings and a decorative fireplace. Adjacent to the living room is a formal dining room with ample space for large gatherings and dinner parties. This home has two spacious bedrooms with double exposures, including a large primary suite with a walk-in closet and excellent natural light. A second bedroom, also generously sized and bright, has an en-suite bathroom and a large closet. An additional room off the kitchen functions perfectly as a home office, 3rd bedroom, or guest room. The eat-in-kitchen features an oversized window, custom-designed solid wood cabinetry with excellent storage, stainless steel appliances, a butler's pantry, and a pantry closet. There is an in-unit washer and dryer. Excellent closet space throughout the apartment and a private storage cage. Perfectly located in Carnegie Hill, 21 E. 87th Street is a full-service Emery Roth designed building conveniently located near Central Park, Museum Mile, Butterfield Market, Whole Foods Market, public transportation, and prestigious public and private schools. There is a 24-hr doorman, live-in superintendent, gym, bike room, laundry room, and private storage. Pets allowed. Cooperative allows up to 65% financing. 2% flip tax. Capital assessment through Dec. 2026: $385.11/month.

Market Insights

Below nearby median-12%

$1306/sqft vs a nearby median of $1490/sqft.

Nearby median$1490/sqft
Nearby properties12
Property size1,800 sqft
  • -12% versus the nearby median price per square foot.
  • Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
  • 1,800 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.

Pricing Read

Yardstick fair value$2.69M$2.41M$2.98M · 34% confidence
vs ask $2.35M−$344k (−14.6%)

Asking price is about 14.6% below the fair value — likely to draw competing offers if it's still on market.

$1,490/sqft median across 4 tight comps × 1,800 sqft= $2.68M
  • Visible condition issues−$121k −4.5%
  • Transit access+$67k +2.5%
  • Pre-war character+$67k +2.5%
Cumulative NYC adjustments+$13k+0.5%

Property Read

FreshnessVerification recommended

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Market Position-12% vs nearby

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Listing Details

Days on market
12 days
Last price change
No change recorded
Listed
Apr 30, 2026
Photos
8 photos
Property type
coop
Status
for sale

Features & Amenities

DoormanElevatorGymSecurity FeaturesFireplaceRecreation FacilitiesWasher DryerHigh CeilingEnsuiteWalk In ClosetHardwood FloorsHome OfficeOfficeDenExercise Room

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Building Facts

Year built
1927
Stories
13
Total units
86
Residential units
72
Building area
4.69 ac
Lot size
19,134 sqft
Land use
Multi-family elevator buildings
Building class
D4

From NYC public records where available.

Price History

May 4, 2026Initial record
$2,350,000for sale

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