$1,999,999
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870 United Nations Plaza, 14-F

Beekman Place, Manhattan | East 48th Street & East 49th Street

6 Rooms2 Beds3 Baths2,000 Square FeetCo-op

$1,999,999
Maintenance$5,768
Price Per SF
$1,000

This property was sold for $1,999,999 on 07/17/26.

Listing Features

  • Corner Apartment
  • Entry Foyer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Home Office
  • Walk-in Closet
  • Flr-to-Clg Windows
  • Wall of Windows
  • Dishwasher
  • Galley
  • En Suite Bathroom
  • Powder Room

Outdoor space and views

  • City Views
  • East River
  • East Exposure
  • South Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full Service
  • Bike Storage
  • Billiards Room
  • Courtyard
  • Driveway
  • Elevator
  • Facility Kitchen
  • Fitness Facility
  • Garage
  • Garden
  • Laundry Room
  • Resident Lounge
  • Roof Deck
  • Sauna
  • Steam Room
  • Storage
  • Valet Service

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 870 United Nations Plaza, 14-F

Former Home of Robert Kennedy with Iconic Views Step into history with this remarkable corner residence offering approximately 2,000 SF* of expansive living with walls of windows that frame unobstructed, sweeping views of the East River, Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. This 2-bedroom (convertible to 3), 3-bathroom home combines scale, flexibility, and timeless charm- ready to be transformed into a modern dream home. Every room offers open views, providing a rare opportunity to craft a modern dream home while honoring its historic 1960s character. Enter through a grand foyer into a corner living area designed to impress, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and over 32 feet of living space flooded with natural light. The original galley kitchen, with its vintage 1960s appliances, exudes mid-century charm while including a cozy eat-in nook with stunning south-facing vistas. Adjacent, the home office provides a flexible space that can function as a formal dining room or be enclosed to serve as a third bedroom, depending on your needs. Bedrooms are thoughtfully separated from the living areas for maximum privacy. The primary bedroom overlooks the lush grounds of the United Nations and the East River, featuring an en-suite bathroom and three closets, including a generous walk-in. The second bedroom also enjoys breathtaking south-facing views and has a full bathroom just across the hall. An additional full bath near the entry doubles as a convenient powder room for guests. With ten closets—many deep and spacious—storage is abundant throughout the home. Experience a unique combination of historic significance, mid-century style, and dramatic, open city views in this striking residence. 870 United Nations Plaza - Modernist Masterpiece in Midtown East 870 United Nations Plaza is a serene, private oasis in the heart of Manhattan, celebrated for its mid-century International Style and sweeping panoramic views. Designed by Max Abramovitz and Wallace K. Harrison—the architects behind the United Nations complex and Lincoln Center—this iconic co-op opened in 1965 and quickly became one of the city’s premier residences. Its bronze- and aluminum-framed windows flood apartments with natural light and showcase protected vistas of the East River, Midtown, and beyond. Residents enter via a private driveway and dramatic bronze-and-glass awning into a luminous, double-height lobby centered on a peaceful inner garden, featuring Venini chandeliers, mosaic and Kevazingo wood walls, and period artwork. With 168 apartments ranging from spacious one-bedrooms to 28 duplexes with five bedrooms, working fireplaces, and private elevators, 870 combines scale, elegance, and privacy. Building Features & Amenities: - Full-time staff of over 40, including concierge, doormen, resident managers, security, HVAC, and handymen - Panoramic glass curtain walls offering protected views from every apartment - Private gym with cardio, weights, Pilates, and cycling equipment - Club 39 lounge with golf simulator, billiards, ping pong, bar, and catering kitchen - Rooftop deck with 360° views - Library, bicycle storage, in-house dry cleaning, and large laundry room - Each apartment includes a private storage unit; staff rooms available for purchase - Short-stay driveway parking for residents and visitors; attached heated garage with Tesla/electric car chargers - Pet-friendly with nearby dog run at Peter Detmold Park * PLEASE NOTE: -The maintenance fee is $5768.90 per month. This includes maintenance($4381.44), utility charge($1.242.27), window washing($53.96) and cable/internet service($91.23) - Square footage is approximate and should be independently verified - There is a 3% flip tax payable by the purchaser

Listing History for 870 United Nations Plaza, 14-F

Now
07/17/2026
$1,999,999
Sold and Closed by Mary Barbrack
Compass
02/24/2026
Contract Signed by Mary Barbrack
Compass

Building Details for 870 United Nations Plaza

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeHigh-Rise
Service LevelFull Service
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1966
Financing Allowed75%
Floors/Apts39/169
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

Lexington Av/53 St
0.33 miles
51 St
0.38 miles
Grand Central-42 St
0.49 miles

Railroad

Grand CentralLong Island Rail Road
0.47 miles

Citi Bike

E 47 St & 1 Ave
0.08 miles
E 51 St & 1 Ave
0.12 miles

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Beekman Place | Manhattan

Quick Profile

Beekman Place is less of a neighborhood than it is a quiet two-block enclave just north of the United Nations on the far eastern edge of Turtle Bay. There is only one street that runs through the neighborhood, also called Beekman Place, that wraps itself around 49th Street and 51st Street.  

This bucolic little stretch of the east side has always been a cherished spot for those fortunate enough to have found refuge here. The noise and the street traffic from the city surrounds is virtually non-existent as there are no through streets in this neighborhood.  

The neighborhood composition largely consists of a few clusters of townhouses and prewar co-ops. The exception to the rule is the charming art-deco-styled Beekman Place Hotel at the corner of First Avenue and 49th Street and the two post-war towers, 860 and 870 UN Plaza that front the grounds of the United Nations.

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OLR ID: 2150214