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Last updated on Feb 3, 2026

47 East 91st Street

This handsome but modest apartment building was the subject of one of the most contentious landmark fights in New York City's history. The controversy centered around the proposed replacement of a one-story bank building with a luxury apartment tower, sparking opposition from local activists and celebrity residents.

Recent Sales (18) $1,941 Avg. price/ft²
All Units in Building (9)

Apt. TH1

1 bed

1 bath

736 ft²

$960,000

$1,304

$1,050,000

Jan 30, 2026

Apt. TH-2

2 beds

2.5 baths

1,577 ft²

$2,750,000 -13.9%

$1,744

$3,195,000

Dec 10, 2024

Apt. 6

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,007 ft²

$11,000,000 -7.6%

$2,745

$11,900,000

Oct 4, 2022

Apt. TH2

2 beds

2.5 baths

1,528 ft²

$2,750,000 -8.3%

$1,800

$3,000,000

Jul 9, 2018

Apt. 7

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,005 ft²

$13,400,000

$3,346

Sep 7, 2017

Apt. 7

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,005 ft²

$10,500,000

$2,622

Jan 27, 2014

Apt. TH-2

1 bed

1.5 baths

1,577 ft²

$2,445,000

$1,550

Jun 19, 2013

Apt. TH-1

Studio

1 bath

851 ft²

$750,000

$881

Jan 22, 2008

Apt. 3

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,079 ft²

$8,800,018

$2,157

Jul 17, 2007

Apt. TH-2

1 bed

1.5 baths

1,577 ft²

$1,781,937

$1,130

Apr 5, 2007

Apt. 5

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,010 ft²

$7,484,137

$1,866

Mar 28, 2005

Apt. 7

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,005 ft²

$8,731,493

$2,180

Feb 15, 2005

Apt. 6

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,007 ft²

$8,375,737

$2,090

Jan 28, 2005

Apt. 8

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,007 ft²

$9,800,656

$2,446

Jan 27, 2005

Apt. 3

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,079 ft²

$5,829,481

$1,429

Sep 14, 2004

Apt. 2

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,066 ft²

$5,422,181

$1,334

Sep 13, 2004

Apt. 9

5 beds

4.5 baths

5,740 ft²

$14,510,062

$2,528

Aug 31, 2004

Apt. 4

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,034 ft²

$7,173,786

$1,778

Aug 26, 2004

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Overview of 47 East 91st Street

47 East 91st Street is a condo with 9 apartments, located in Carnegie Hill a short walk to the 4, 5 and 6 subway lines.

Amenities at this building include doorman, concierge, video intercom and attended lobby.

Similar nearby buildings include 1049 Fifth Avenue, 1289 Lexington Avenue, 30 East 85th Street and 151 East 85th Street. See more ->

Doorman

Full Time

Type

Condo

Year Built

2003

Apartments

9 (view all units)

Floors

Neighborhood

Carnegie Hill (Manhattan)

Min Down

10%

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Amenities

Attended Lobby
Concierge
Elevator Operator
FT Doorman
Video Intercom

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Pros & Cons

Prime Carnegie Hill location
Close to Subway
Full-floor apartments
Dramatic corner windows
Close to many museums
Close to several restaurants
Close to many private schools
Large living rooms
Large kitchens
Concierge
Sidewalk landscaping
Elevator attendant
Units are pre-wired for high speed internet and cable access
Expansive formal attended lobby

Some traffic
Notorious for landmark controversy
Not many sweeping vistas
No garage
No sundeck
Exposed rooftop water tank

CityRealty Rating

/44

Architecture

/36

Location

/39

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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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Alternate Addresses

1281 Madison Avenue
47 East 91 Street

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between 24th Street & Crescent Street

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Innovative design, iconic views, motivating amenities. From $665K: Inspired residences with outdoor terraces and skyline views. 5 minutes to Midtown | 2025 Occupancy

Studios starting at $700,000
1 beds starting at $930,000
2 beds starting at $1,480,000
3 beds starting at $2,550,000

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