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The Capitol, 12 East 87th Street, #8C

$1,425,000 | 1 bed, 1 bath
Building Profile  | 
3 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Nov 18, 2024
    Days on Market: 3
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Carnegie Hill (Manhattan)
    Doorman: PT Doorman
Monthly Maintenance: $2,814
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $6,144
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $8,958
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 35% ($498,750), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Nestled on the top floor of The Capitol, a landmark eight-story neo-Renaissance building in Carnegie Hill, apartment 8C offers a fully renovated sanctuary with all the charm expected of this historic gem and luxury details throughout. Just steps from Central Park, Museum Mile, fine dining, and top schools, this quiet, sun-filled one-bedroom home blends impeccable modern upgrades with timeless pre-war elegance. The expansive living room features an 18’ custom built-in cabinet and an AV closet, perfect for modern entertainment needs. Brand-new windows usher in natural light, complemented by refinished oak floors throughout.

The dining area boasts stylish new cabinetry and a wine cooler, offering a sophisticated space for entertaining. The entirely new kitchen combines style and function, featuring state-of-the-art appliances, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a beautifully tiled backsplash. The primary bedroom is an oversized haven, featuring a brand-new 9’ wide closet with additional upper storage, custom millwork, and a sleek radiator cover. Additional storage abounds with five closets and two enclosed storage areas above the washer/dryer.

The spa-like bathroom offers radiant heated floors, a bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, double sinks, marble finishes, and ample storage. 8C exemplifies turn-key living with infrastructure upgrades including new plumbing and updated electrical systems. The Capitol offers a part-time doorman (12-8 PM), a live-in superintendent, is Pet-friendly, allows pied-a-terre use, sublets, gifting, co-purchasers, LLC purchases, parents buying for children, and guarantors are all considered on a case-by-case basis, and financing up to 65%. This sophisticated home awaits its next chapter in the heart of Carnegie Hill’s most desirable neighborhood.

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Apartment Amenities

  • Washer/Dryer in apt.
Listing courtesy of Engel & Volkers New York Real Estate LLC

Pricing History

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About The Capitol, 12 East 87th Street

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The Capitol, 12 East 87th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 66, 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

19
Out of 44
+
24
Out of 36
+
13
Out of 39
+
10
=
66
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Architectural Masterpiece 8 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
None 2 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Alterations:
Well Done 1 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Not Visible 0 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Partially Visible 1 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Enclosed 1 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
No 0 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
None 0 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:
Very Attractive with Trees 4 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
More than 50 blocks 0 out of 5 points
Views:
Open 2 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Very Little 3 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
None 0 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
3-6 Short Blocks 1 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:
Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
3-4 3 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
9-11 Feet 2 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Some 1 out of 3 points
Health Club:
None 0 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
None 0 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Minimal 1 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
None 0 out of 1 points
Door Person:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
None 0 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
None 0 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
No 0 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
No 0 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • PT Doorman
  • Elevator
  • Laundry Room
  • Live-In Superintendent

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Pros
  • Very distinguished architecture
  • Excellent cross-town bus service one block to the south
  • Close to many major cultural institutions
  • Nice- quiet street
  • Few apartments
  • Many very broad windows
  • Close to Subway
Cons
  • No garage
  • No sidewalk landscaping
  • No health club
  • Missing most of its cornice
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Subways

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at Lexington Ave 0.23 miles