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1020 Fifth Avenue
Last updated on Apr 15, 2026

1020 Fifth Avenue

1020 Fifth Avenue is a prestigious full-service cooperative built in 1925 by the architects of Grand Central Terminal. The Beaux-Arts building features unique oversized windows and is located near Central Park, museums, shopping, and top schools.

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Overview of 1020 Fifth Avenue

1020 Fifth Avenue is a distinguished full-service cooperative located in the heart of the Upper East Side, directly across from the Metropolitan Museum of Art and just steps from Central Park. Completed in 1925 and designed by the renowned architectural firm Warren & Wetmore, known for their work on Grand Central Terminal, this Beaux-Arts building features a unique fenestration pattern that hints at its dramatic apartment layouts. The building comprises only 13 apartments, including six duplexes, ensuring a high level of exclusivity and privacy.

The apartments at 1020 Fifth Avenue are characterized by their grand proportions, high ceilings, and elegant architectural details. Many residences boast oversized windows that provide stunning views of Central Park and the surrounding cityscape. Notable features include wood-burning fireplaces, spacious living areas, and luxurious primary suites with ensuite bathrooms. The building's amenities include a 24-hour doorman, concierge service, and beautifully landscaped sidewalks, although it lacks a garage or health club.

Historically significant, 1020 Fifth Avenue has been home to prominent figures, including members of the Kress family, known for their extensive art collections. The building's location offers residents easy access to the cultural and social offerings of the Upper East Side, including top-tier schools, shopping, and dining options. With its combination of classic elegance and modern convenience, 1020 Fifth Avenue remains one of Manhattan's most coveted addresses.

Doorman
Full Time
Type
Co-op
Year Built
1925
Apartments
Floors
14
Neighborhood
Min Down
20%

Amenities

  • FT Doorman
  • Elevator
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Pros & Cons

  • Spectacular- grand- noble apartments
  • Across from the Metropolitan Museum of Art
  • Fireplaces
  • Sidewalk landscaping
  • Doorman
  • Concierge
  • Impressive side street entrance with attractive lanterns
  • Many excellent Central Park Views
  • Fewer apartments than floors
  • Close to Subway
  • No balconies
  • Considerable traffic near entrance to Metropolitan Museum of Art
  • No terraces
  • No sundeck
  • No health club
  • No garage

CityRealty Rating

28
/44
Architecture
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30
/36
Location
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24
/39
Features
+
10
Editor’s Points
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92
CITYREALTY
RATING
  • How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?

    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

Sales History

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Why are we displaying the estimated price per room?

For some co-ops, instead of price per square foot, we use an estimate of the number of rooms for each sold apartment to chart price changes over time. This is because many co-op listings do not include square footage information, and this makes it challenging to calculate accurate square-foot averages.

By displaying the price per estimated room count, we are able to provide a more reliable and consistent metric for comparing sales in the building. While we hope that this gives you a clearer sense of price trends in the building, all data should be independently verified. All data provided are only estimates and should not be used to make any purchase or sale decision.

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