300 E 85th St APT 2705, New York, NY, 10028
About This Home
Please Note Advance notice required for all showings. All showings by private appointment only. Tenant/family occupied through the end of the year-December 2026. A rare opportunity to secure a sprawling five-bedroom residence now while generating income, or plan and execute a future renovation without carrying monthly costs out of pocket. No board approval. Condominium rules. Investor friendly. This expansive five-bedroom residence is attractively priced for today's market and offers exceptional flexibility for both end users and investors. Bring your architect or contractor to reimagine and customize a true dream home in the sky. Perched on the 27th floor and spanning approximately 2,700 +/- square feet, this one-of-a-kind home is the largest residence currently offered in the building. Oversized windows frame sweeping city and river views from three exposures-north, east, and south-filling the home with natural light throughout the day. The residence features a gourmet eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Viking gas range and microwave, and Miele dishwasher. Additional highlights include marble bathrooms, abundant closet and storage space with California Closets, custom built-ins, crown moldings, approximately 9-foot ceilings, and an in-unit washer/dryer. With only three residences per floor, privacy and exclusivity are paramount. Located at The America, one of the Upper East Side's premier full-service luxury condominiums, residents enjoy an exceptional suite of amenities including a newly renovated fitness center, dry sauna, party room, full-time doorman and concierge, private garage, bike storage, and Verizon Fios. Ideally positioned between Central Park and Carl Schurz Park, this coveted Upper East Side location offers immediate access to premier shopping, dining, transportation, and top private and public schools. Nearby conveniences include the Second Avenue Q subway, 4/5/6 trains, Whole Foods, Fairway, Equinox, the 92nd Street Y, Asphalt Green, and Museum Mile, with easy access to the FDR Drive. Additional ownership benefits include: unlimited subletting from day one, purchase permitted in an LLC or trust, no mortgage recording tax, up to 80% financing allowed, and pet-friendly policies. Not a land lease - the condominium owns both the land and commercial space.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condop
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Washer/Dryer
- Laundry features: Inside
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Cooling
- Cooling features: Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,700
- Total interior livable area: 2,700 sqft
Property
Details
- Special condition: Resale
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City,Park/Greenbelt,Skyline,Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in New York County and New York
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $18,456 | $221,472 |
| Home Insurance * | $779 | $9,348 |
| Property Taxes | $2,159 | $25,908 |
| Electricity | $446 | $5,354 |
| Total | $21,840 | $262,080 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-15 | Listed for sale | $3,650,000 |
| 2016-05-17 | Listing removed | $15,750 |
| 2016-02-17 | Listed for rent | $15,750 |
| 2016-02-17 | Listing removed | $4,399,999 |
| 2015-10-22 | Price change | $4,399,999 |
| 2015-09-25 | Listing removed | $18,000 |
| 2015-09-09 | Listed for rent | $18,000 |
| 2015-07-28 | Listing removed | $18,000 |
| 2015-06-25 | Listed for sale | $4,500,000 |
| 2015-06-18 | Listed for rent | $18,000 |
| 2015-01-22 | Listing removed | $4,500,000 |
| 2015-01-08 | Listed for sale | $4,500,000 |
| 2014-09-27 | Listing removed | $5,500,000 |
| 2014-01-25 | Listed for sale | $5,500,000 |
| 2009-01-13 | Listing removed | $19,500 |
| 2008-12-05 | Price change | $19,500 |
| 2008-10-13 | Listed for sale | $21,500 |
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