Key Details

Listed: Mar 19, 2024

Days on Market: 39

Building Type: Condominium

Neighborhood: Midtown East (Manhattan)

Doorman: FT Doorman

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Monthly Common Charges: $3,299

Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $3,438

Total Taxes & Fees: $6,737 ($3.76/ft²)

Est. Monthly Mortgage: $21,714

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $28,451 ($15.87/ft²)

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 10% ($349,500), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

Location and Building: This high-floor residence is located in the iconic Olympic Tower in Midtown East, a full-service white glove condominium with amenities including doorman, concierge, gym, valet parking, and package room. The building also offers an attended lobby, resident storage, central AC, garden, health club, rooftop terrace, elevator, mail room, lounge, fitness center, outdoor entertainment space, courtyard, bike room, fireplaces, live-in superintendent, and terraces/balconies.
Interior and Renovations: The recently updated corner two-bedroom home boasts new wood floors throughout, 9’ ceiling heights, abundant outfitted closets, all new doors and trim, new hardware, new crown moldings, and central A/C with Nest thermostats. The unit also includes a washer/dryer.
Size and Layout: The spacious 1,793 square foot residence features two bedrooms each with its own en-suite marble bathroom and a convenient powder room for guests.
Kitchen: The well-appointed windowed eat-in kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line Miele and Subzero appliances.
Views and Light: The home offers an abundance of natural light from the south and east exposures and expansive 9’ floor-to-ceiling windows with motorized shades. It also provides panoramic views of iconic landmarks including the Empire State Building, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and the East River.
Nearby Attractions: The property is close to the shops and restaurants along Fifth Avenue and cultural attractions such as the Museum of Modern Art. Corporate purchases and pieds-a-terre are permitted.

Description

Recently Updated Corner Two-Bedroom at Olympic Tower Welcome to this recently updated corner two-bedroom home with breathtaking views at the iconic Olympic Tower. As you step into this high-floor, 1,793 square foot residence, you’re greeted by an abundance of natural light flooding in from the south and east exposures, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere throughout. The expansive 9’ floor-to-ceiling windows outfitted with motorized shades showcase panoramic views of iconic landmarks including the Empire State Building, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and the serene East River. The well-appointed windowed eat-in kitchen is a chef’s delight, featuring top-of-the-line Miele and Subzero appliances, perfect for preparing meals and entertaining guests. Boasting two spacious bedrooms offering views of the Empire State Building, each with its own en-suite marble bathroom, this home offers ultimate privacy and comfort.

Additionally, a convenient powder room is available for guests. Other features include: new wood floors throughout, 9’ ceiling heights, abundant outfitted closets, all new doors and trim, new hardware, new crown moldings, central A/C with Nest thermostats, and washer/dryer in the unit. Developed by Aristotle Onassis and designed by the world-renowned architectural firm of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, The Olympic Tower is one of New York’s finest full-service white glove condominiums. Amenities include doorman, concierge, gym, valet parking, and package room. Corporate purchases, pieds-a-terre permitted. Sorry, no pets. 1% transfer fee by buyer.

About Olympic Tower, 641 Fifth Avenue

Olympic Tower, 641 Fifth Avenue has received a CityRealty Rating of 90, 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

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

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:

Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

No, but Very Good 3 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:

None 0 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:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:

Outstanding 5 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

Less than 10 blocks 5 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:

Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

More than 5 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 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:

8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points

Balconies:

None 0 out of 3 points

Health Club:

Yes, with Swimming Pool 2 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

None 0 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Minimal 1 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:

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:

No 0 out of 1 points

Prewar:

No 0 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Many 2 out of 2 points

Condo
Built in 1975
229 Apartments
52 Floors

Building Amenities

Attended Lobby
Concierge
FT Doorman
High-Rise
Post War
Resident Storage
Central AC
Garden
Health Club
Rooftop Terrace
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Mail Room
Lounge
Fitness Center
Outdoor Entertainment Space
Courtyard
In-Unit Washer/Dryer
Bike Room
Fireplaces
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

About this Building

Pros

Impeccable location
Good public transportation
Across avenue from Rockefeller Center
High-quality retail
Large arcade
Concierge
Floor-to-ceiling windows
Pioneering mixed-use building
Dazzling views
Close to Subway

Cons

Many apartments
No sidewalk landscaping
No balconies
No roof deck
Considerable traffic
Many tourists

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