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860 United Nations Plaza, #33/34B

$2,450,000 ($667 per ft2) | 3 beds, 3.5 baths | Approx. 3,675 ft2
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223 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Sep 29, 2023
    Days on Market: 223
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Turtle Bay/United Nations (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 160 times
Monthly Maintenance: $9,919 ($2.70/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $12,597
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $22,516 ($6.13/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 25% ($612,500), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Spacious and Elegant Duplex: This 3,675 square feet duplex apartment features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a grand foyer gallery, a built-in bar, a gas vented fireplace, a formal dining room, a massive eat-in kitchen with high-end appliances, and a private elevator. Each bedroom has its own dedicated ensuite bathroom, with the primary bedroom featuring a stunning onyx four-fixture bathroom, a huge walk-in-closet, and an office nook.
  • Iconic Building with Rich History: The apartment is located in the iconic United Nations Plaza, one of the city’s most iconic modernist classic buildings designed and built in 1966 by esteemed architects Wallace Harrison and Max Abramovitz, who also designed the United Nations Headquarters and the Metropolitan Opera House.
  • Full-Service Building with Numerous Amenities: The building offers a full-time concierge, doorman, resident manager, and an on-site management office. Amenities include a fitness center, Pilates studio, golf stimulator, four sundecks, library, conference rooms, private storage, valet service, parking garage, private full-block driveway, and Club 39 - a recreational center and lounge.
  • Pet-Friendly and Flexible Financing: The building is pet-friendly and permits 50% financing, pied-a-terres, purchasing in a Qualified Personal Residential Trust, and foreign purchasing with U.S. based assets.
  • Convenient In-Unit Features: The apartment comes with an in-unit washer and dryer, providing convenience for residents.
  • Additional Building Amenities: Other building amenities include resident storage, central AC, full service garage, garden, health club, intercom, rooftop terrace, elevator, lounge, courtyard, bike room, game room, and a golf simulator.

Description

Striking and elegant duplex home with spectacular views from every room.

33/34B at 860 United Nations Plaza is a beautiful corner residence with three large bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. A grand foyer gallery sets a warm and inviting tone as you walk in, flowing seamlessly into the living room.

A built-in bar and gas vented fireplace coupled with the large windows and panoramic views makes this the perfect spot to both relax and entertain, while the formal dining room next door can very easily and comfortably accommodate large dinner parties. There is a thoughtful separation of space all throughout, and there are two access points into the massive eat-in kitchen which is conjoined with a breakfast area and media den. Complete with an array of high-end appliances, any chef would enjoy preparing a meal in this spacious kitchen while admiring the views.

Ascend the picturesque stairway or utilize the private elevator to reach all three bedrooms, each with their own dedicated ensuite bathrooms, nestled on the upper level of this home. The primary bedroom has a stunning onyx four-fixture bathroom, a huge walk-in-closet, and an office nook. Each secondary bedroom has their own resplendent built-ins and custom millwork, and one is currently serving as the library.

Magnificent Northern and Eastern views and sophisticated interiors characterize this apartment.

This apartment comes with an in-unit washer and dryer.

United Nations Plaza is one of the city’s most iconic modernist classic buildings designed and built in 1966 by esteemed architects Wallace Harrison and Max Abramovitz, who also designed the United Nations Headquarters and the Metropolitan Opera House. Comprised of two identical towers standing at the edge of the East River, there is an impressive lineup of amenities to cater to any want and need.

There is a huge staff composed of full-time concierge, doorman, resident manager, and an on-site management office in addition to a fitness center, Pilates studio, golf stimulator, four sundecks, library, conference rooms, private storage, valet service, parking garage, private full-block driveway, and Club 39 - a recreational center and lounge for residents to enjoy and socialize.

860 United Nations Plaza is pet-friendly and permits 50% financing, pied-a-terres, purchasing in a Qualified Personal Residential Trust, and foreign purchasing with U.S. based assets.

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Listing courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

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About 860 United Nations Plaza

96

860 United Nations Plaza has received a CityRealty Rating of 96, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

35
Out of 44
+
30
Out of 36
+
21
Out of 39
+
10
=
96
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Distinguished 6 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
High-End 5 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Dramatic 3 out of 3 points
Alterations:
None 2 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Not Allowed 2 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
Free Standing 2 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
Attractive 2 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
No 0 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unified Design 1 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Outstanding 5 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 20 blocks 4 out of 5 points
Views:
Dazzling 4 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Considerable 1 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Many 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
More than 5 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Spacious 4 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
5-9 2 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
9-11 Feet 2 out of 4 points
Balconies:
None 0 out of 3 points
Health Club:
Yes 1 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
Yes, but Small 1 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Minimal 1 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Door Person:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 out of 1 points
Driveway:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Prewar:
No 0 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Many 2 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Resident Storage
  • Central AC
  • Full Service Garage
  • Garden
  • Health Club
  • Intercom
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Lounge
  • Courtyard
  • Bike Room
  • Game Room
  • Porte-Cochère / Driveway
  • Golf Simulator

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Pros
  • Wonderful views
  • Large, impressive lobby
  • Overlooks the United Nations and its gardens
  • Doorman
  • Garage
  • Concierge
  • Many duplex units on top eight floors
  • Large apartments
  • Free-standing
  • Driveway
Cons
  • Very large complex
  • Some distance from midtown
  • Austere and somber architecture and lobby
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  3. E
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