Last updated on Jun 9, 2026

20 East 68th Street

This 16-story white-brick building on the Upper East Side has 82 condominium apartments. It features a doorman, stainless-steel entrance marquee, and some terraces, and is located near fashionable boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants.

For Rent (1)
Recent Sales (8) $1,478 Avg. price/ft²
All Units in Building (82)

Apt. 5A
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2 beds

2 baths

$10,500 in contract

Apr 2, 2026

68 days

in contract

#5A: $10,500 - 2 beds

Apt. 12D

1 bed

2 baths

1,050 ft²

$2,100,000

$2,000

$2,145,000

Sep 25, 2025

Apt. 14E

2 beds

2 baths

$2,500,000 -5.7%

$2,650,000

Feb 6, 2025

Apt. 16B

2 beds

2 baths

$2,400,000 -7.5%

$2,595,000

Dec 17, 2024

Apt. 7C

2 beds

2 baths

1,425 ft²

$2,300,000 -12.4%

$1,614

$2,625,000

Oct 14, 2024

Apt. 14A

1 bed

1 bath

1,000 ft²

$1,280,000 -6.2%

$1,280

$1,365,000

May 30, 2024

Apt. 5D

1 bed

1 bath

$790,000

Apr 4, 2024

Apt. 9E

1 bed

1 bath

1,050 ft²

$1,315,000 -8.3%

$1,252

$1,525,000

Mar 7, 2024

Apt. 6F

2 beds

2 baths

1,450 ft²

$1,800,000 -9.1%

$1,241

$2,200,000

Mar 23, 2023

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Overview of 20 East 68th Street

Located at 20 East 68th Street, this attractive 16-story building features 82 condominium apartments in a prime Upper East Side location. The building is situated between Madison and Fifth Avenues, just a block from Central Park, offering residents easy access to world-class shopping, dining, and cultural institutions like The Frick Collection. The building is staffed with a 24 hour doorman and a live-in superintendent, ensuring convenience and security for its residents.

The apartments in this building are known for their spacious layouts and abundant natural light, with many featuring wall-to-wall windows. Kitchens are often equipped with high-end appliances such as Sub-Zero refrigerators and granite countertops, while bathrooms may include luxurious touches like marble finishes and jacuzzi tubs. Some units boast terraces with sweeping views of the Upper East Side skyline, enhancing the indoor-outdoor living experience.

Residents benefit from a range of amenities, including basement storage, a bike room, and a well-maintained laundry facility. The building operates under condo rules, allowing for flexible purchasing options such as pied-à-terres, gifting, and purchases by parents for children. Pets are permitted, and there is a 2% flip tax payable by the buyer.

The neighborhood offers excellent transportation options, with the subway just two blocks away and multiple bus lines nearby, providing swift access to the west side and Lincoln Center. This combination of luxury, convenience, and location makes 20 East 68th Street a desirable choice for those seeking a sophisticated urban lifestyle.

Doorman

Full Time

Type

Condop

Year Built

1955

Apartments

82 (view all units)

Floors

Pets: Allowed

Neighborhood

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. (Manhattan)

Min Down

20%

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Amenities

FT Doorman
Resident Storage
Central AC
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Outdoor Entertainment Space
In-Unit Washer/Dryer
Bike Room
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

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at Lexington Ave 0.21 miles

at Lexington Ave and 63rd 0.33 miles

at 5th Ave and 60th 0.42 miles

at 3rd Ave and 60th 0.45 miles

Pros & Cons

Doorman
Prime Upper East Side location close to fashionable boutiques- art galleries and restaurants
Basement storage
Pretty block
Sidewalk landscaping
Close to Subway

No health club
No roof deck
Considerable traffic on Madison Avenue
No garage

CityRealty Rating

/44

Architecture

/36

Location

/39

Features

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Architecture

30+ remarkable

20-29 distinguished

11-19 average

< 11 below average
Location

27+ remarkable

18-26 distinguished

9-17 average

< 9 below average
Features

22+ remarkable

16-21 distinguished

9-15 average

< 9 below average
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This "no-frills" residence offers a "fantastic" downtown location with a "reasonable" board at the helm. While the building maintains a basic profile, it delivers on fundamentals for those seeking simplicity in a prime spot.

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Alternate Addresses

22 East 68th Street
24 East 68th Street
26 East 68th Street
28 East 68th Street
802 Madison Avenue
804 Madison Avenue
806 Madison Avenue
808 Madison Avenue
810 Madison Avenue
812 Madison Avenue

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between Second Avenue & Third Avenue

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4 beds starting at $8,975,000

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