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860 United Nations Plaza, #PH38

Listing no longer available on CityRealty as of Oct 9, 2022
It previously was on the market for a total of 33 days.
10 apartments are currently available in this building.
33 days on Market

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Key Details

  • Listed: Sep 6, 2022
    Days on Market: 33
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Turtle Bay/United Nations (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 820 times
Monthly Maintenance: $11,277
Est. Monthly Mortgage: -
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $30,654
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 25% ($937,500), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Penthouse at UN Plaza! This stunning and luxurious duplex is dramatically set on the top two floors of these iconic glass towers with vast open sky, city and river views.

The entry floor features a center gallery foyer with winding staircase, the corner living room which contains a wood burning fireplace, the formal dining room (or library as it is presently), a large eat-in-kitchen and separate pantry area, service entrance and a powder room. A beautiful curvilinear staircase to the upper floor as well as an elevator private to the apartment provide access to four spacious bedrooms and baths.

The primary bedroom suite contains a large bath with double sinks, a separate dressing area or home office and a large closet. This corner room provides two dramatic exposures to enjoy panoramic city to river views upon waking and retiring each night.

The United Nations Plaza cooperative is world renown for superb services, amenities and security.

It is approached by a private Drive soon to be covered by an attractive canopy. Services and amenities include: Doormen, Concierge, Elevator Starters, excellent behind the scenes staff, an impressive gym, Pilates Studio, Driving range, Roof Decks and Garage. A private storage bin is allocated for the apartment.

The building is pet friendly. For gracious living and elegant entertaining this is indeed a home to treasure.

The building was built in 1966 by architects Wallace Harrison & Max Abramovitz, who were also lead Architects of United Nations Headquarters, The Time-Life Building at Rockefeller Center and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. This modernist classic is the heartbeat of Midtown East. The building amenities include Club 39 -a Newly build Social Room for entertaining, with full kitchen/bar.

There is a large full-service Gym, Pilates/yoga room, a golf simulator, 4 spacious sundecks with 360 degree views of the city, a roof deck and planted courtyard. There is a comfortable Library and billiards.

This white gloved building with its seasoned staff includes full-time door attendant and concierge, live in superintendent and on-site management. The staff provides the utmost in privacy and security for all the residents.

Additionally, there is a garage and private driveway, bicycle room and additional storage bins are available. Pets welcomed. Financing, and purchase by trusts permitted. Foreign purchasers welcome with USA based assets.

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About 860 United Nations Plaza

96

860 United Nations Plaza has received a CityRealty Rating of 96, 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

35
Out of 44
+
30
Out of 36
+
21
Out of 39
+
10
=
96
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Distinguished 6 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
High-End 5 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Dramatic 3 out of 3 points
Alterations:
None 2 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
Very Attractive 3 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:
Free Standing 2 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
Attractive 2 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:
Outstanding 5 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 20 blocks 4 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:
More than 5 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 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:
None 0 out of 3 points
Health Club:
Yes 1 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
Yes, but Small 1 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Minimal 1 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
Some 1 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:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
Some 1 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:
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
  • Full Service Garage
  • Garden
  • Health Club
  • Intercom
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Lounge
  • Courtyard
  • Bike Room
  • Game Room
  • Porte-Cochère / Driveway
  • Golf Simulator

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