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860 United Nations Plaza, #PENTHOUSE37E

$3,125,000 | 5 beds, 6 baths
Building Profile  | 
46 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Nov 5, 2024
    Days on Market: 46
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Turtle Bay/United Nations (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 293 times
Monthly Maintenance: $13,618
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $15,562
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $29,180
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 25% ($781,250), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • This stunning 9-room, 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom corner duplex cooperative is located in the prestigious Turtle Bay/United Nations neighborhood, part of the iconic UN Plaza designed by master architects Harrison & Abramovitz.
  • Building Amenities: Full-Service Living
  • The building offers full-time doorman and concierge services, a fitness center, Pilates studio, private residents club, golf simulator, billiards room, rooftop sun decks, garage, and resident storage. Pets are welcome in the building, which was built in 1966 and has 334 apartments across 38 floors.
  • Apartment Features: Luxury and Comfort
  • The apartment offers panoramic city and East River views from all rooms, grandly scaled rooms with 9-foot ceilings, custom millwork, doors, cabinetry, and built-ins, a wood-burning fireplace, brass lighting installations, and a double-door entry into the oversized formal dining room.
  • Kitchen: High-End Appliances

Description

Introducing a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a “Family Compound” in the sky. Penthouse-E is a stunning 9 Room, 5 Bedroom, 5.5 Bathroom corner duplex cooperative that offers over 150 ft. of continuous windows combined over two floors. This brilliantly designed approximately 4,200 sq. foot corner residence in-the -sky is distinguished by grandly scaled rooms, 9-foot ceilings, and panoramic city and East River views from all rooms. The beautifully flowing public rooms are connected to the private Bedroom floor by an internal Elevator and sculptured floating Staircase.

The stunning custom millwork frames the windows, custom doors, cabinetry and built-ins creating a unified and balanced sense of modern space. LOWER LEVEL: Enter through a dramatic Foyer that is highlighted by grand proportions. A vast corner Living Room is anchored by a wood-burning Fireplace that is framed in custom stone and brass panels. Architecturally significant brass lighting installations are throughout the main rooms.

The enfilade layout of the primary floor continues with double-door entry into the oversized Formal Dining Room showcasing direct and protected views of the East River and beyond. A Library / private Guest Suite features custom cabinetry, Service Bar and full Bath. The large Eat-In Kitchen is outfitted with a Double Viking Ovens with vented hood, a stainless-steel Sub-Zero Refrigerator and a Miele Dishwasher. A stone breakfast bar is positioned along the southern wall of windows, providing views of the green and verdant United Nations Gardens and East River.

Nearby is the Butler’s Pantry and Laundry with a Mielle Washer and Dryer and a Service Entrance. This wing also offers a large Bedroom with en-suite Bathroom. A Powder Room completes the entertainment and public space on the Main Floor. UPPER LEVEL: Upon ascending to the second floor by stairs or internal elevator, an oversized landing affords access to 3 large-scale Bedroom Suites.

The corner, expansive Primary Bedroom includes custom Closets and a large Dressing Room, a double-vanity Bathroom completed in Gold Calcutta marble and features a large jacuzzi. An adjacent Bedroom may double as a Media Room or Office. A third Bedroom has an en-suite Bath, walk-in closets and the same stunning views.

An oversized Luggage Room, that can be converted to a second Laundry Room completes this level. Additional features of this home include custom recessed lighting, hardwood flooring, Central Air Conditioning, and seventeen out-fitted closets throughout. A separate Storage Room transfers with the apartment. This exceptional architecturally significant residence strikes a sophisticated balance for both grand entertaining and comfortable living. 860 United Nations Plaza was designed by master architects Harrison & Abramovitz and is one of the world’s most iconic residences. This architecturally prestigious luxury Cooperative has the longest private Driveway in the city which leads to a grand triple-height Lobby.

53 staff members provide residents with 24 hr service and security. Superb amenities are on-site Management Office, new Fitness Center, Pilates Studio, Private Residents Club 39 – a Lounge with Kitchen and entertainment rooms, 2 Conference Rooms, Golf Simulator, Billiards Room, in-house Dry-Cleaning Service, Rooftop Sun Decks and Garage. Pets are welcome. Apartments may be purchased in a Qualified Personal Residential Trust.

Foreign buyers welcome with USA based assets. 50% Financing Permitted. Maintenance: $13,617.98/m. Utilities: $471.37/m (includes electric, gas, water, basic cable & internet). Window Washing: $116.84/m. 3% Flip Tax paid by Purchaser. Select photos are virtually staged.

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Apartment Amenities

  • City View
  • Washer/Dryer in apt.
Listing courtesy of Sothebys International Realty

Pricing History

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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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Subways

  1. M
  2. 6
  3. E
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