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The Brompton, 205 East 85th Street, #5J

$2,250,000 ($1,670 per ft2) | 2 beds, 2.5 baths | Approx. 1,347 ft2
Building Profile  | 
102 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: May 28, 2024
    Last Price Change: ($200,000) on Aug 15
    Days on Market: 102
    Building Type: Condominium
    Neighborhood: Yorkville (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
Monthly Common Charges: $1,766
Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $2,082
Total Taxes & Fees: $3,848 ($2.86/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $11,271
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $15,119 ($11.22/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($450,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Prime Location: This property is situated in the highly sought-after Yorkville neighborhood on the Upper East Side, offering easy access to shopping, dining, museums, and recreational facilities. It also provides convenient access to public transportation.
  • World-Class Design: The unit is a masterpiece designed by the globally acclaimed architect Robert A. M. Stern, completed in 2009 with LEED accreditation. It's a bright, corner unit with north and west exposure, offering stunning cityscape views from large, sound-reducing, UV-protected insulated windows.
  • Luxurious Living Space: The spacious living room features high cathedral-like ceilings, while the modern kitchen is equipped with all necessary amenities. The generously-sized bedrooms offer enchanting city views, and the bathrooms are clean, modern, and luxurious.
  • Building Amenities: The building offers extensive amenities including a doorman, concierge services, business center, catering kitchen, playroom, lounge, outdoor playground, and rooftop deck. There's also a fitness center, spa, and resident storage available in the building.
  • Outdoor Features: The property boasts an outdoor entertainment space and courtyard. Some units even have fireplaces and Juliet balconies, adding to the charm and appeal.
  • Exclusive Perks: Ownership comes with a membership to the adjoining Equinox Fitness Club. The building also offers hotel-style amenities including a personal assistant service, ensuring a comfortable and luxurious living experience.

Description

Welcome to 5J, a corner, bright, two bedroom condo unit situated in the Brompton at 205 East 85th Street, ready for you to make it your new home. This striking unit, bathed in natural light from the north and west exposure, boasts stunning cityscape views every time you look out the large sound-reducing, UV-protected insulated windows. The spacious living room with its high cathedral-like ceilings is set to impress you with its sheer beauty and splendor.

The modern kitchen features a classic design and comes equipped with all the amenities you could desire. Both bedrooms are generously-sized, with the primary suite featuring two massive windows that offer an enchanting view of the city’s pulse. Each full bathroom plus half bath echoes the unit’s overall aesthetic - clean, modern, and luxurious.

Furthermore, you will appreciate functionalities such as the in-unit washer/dryer hookups and a central cooling system, providing your home with a comfortable living environment all year round! 205 East 85th Street is an impressive high-rise condo building with extensive amenities. Not only do you have round-the-clock doorman and concierge services, but a business center and a catering kitchen for those work-from-home days or entertaining groups.

The building also offers a playroom, a stunning lounge for relaxation, an outdoor playground, and a rooftop deck to enjoy the sweeping panorama of the city. Nestled in the heart of the Upper East Side, residents enjoy being part of the city’s cultural pulse amidst shopping, dining, museums, and recreational facilities. Essential services are easily accessible with numerous supermarkets and stores.

Transport is a breeze with the 86th Street cross-town bus, the Lexington Avenue IRT line, and the 2nd Avenue subway providing efficient links to Downtown and Wall Street. This is a chance for you to immerse yourself in the enviable lifestyle only the Upper East Side can offer, all the while enjoying the comforts of a modern, luxurious home. Schedule a showing today and experience what it feels like to live in unit 5J at 205 East 85th Street!

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Apartment Amenities

  • City View
Listing courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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About The Brompton, 205 East 85th Street

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The Brompton, 205 East 85th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 81, 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

30
Out of 44
+
20
Out of 36
+
21
Out of 39
+
10
=
81
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Very Distinguished 7 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
High-End 5 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Alterations:
None 2 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 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:
Corner 1 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
Exists 1 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:
Attractive / Pleasant 3 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 40 blocks 2 out of 5 points
Views:
Impressive 3 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Considerable 1 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
A Lot 0 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 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:
Some 1 out of 3 points
Health Club:
Yes 1 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
Yes, but Small 1 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Considerable 2 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:
Yes 1 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:
Some 1 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
  • Garden
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Event Room
  • Children's Playroom
  • Fitness Center
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Courtyard
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
  • Fireplaces
  • LEED Accreditation
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Designed by Robert A. M. Stern
  • One block from subway
  • Excellent cross-town bus service
  • Doorman
  • Handsome lobby
  • Highly detailed facades
  • Large living rooms
  • Some duplex units
  • Fitness center
Cons
  • Many apartments
  • No garage
  • Considerable traffic
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