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The Volney

23 East 74th Street, 4-A

Upper East Side, Manhattan | Fifth Ave & Madison Ave

3 Rooms1 Bed1 Bath730 Square FeetCo-op

$1,450,000
Maintenance$2,305
Price Per SF
$1,986

Listing Features

  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Walk-in Closet
  • Casement Windows
  • Kitchenette
  • Open Kitchen
  • Marble Bathroom
  • Pedestal Sink
  • Soaking Tub

Outdoor space and views

  • City Views
  • South Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Elevator
  • Laundry Room
  • Roof Deck
  • Storage

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok
  • No Smoking

Property Description for 23 East 74th Street, 4-A

BETWEEN FIFTH AND MADISON, Down the block from Central Park ! Welcome to The Volney Residences at 23 East 74th Street, an elegant full-service cooperative ideally situated between Madison and Fifth Avenue on one of the Upper East Side's most picturesque tree-lined blocks. Built in the 1920s in the distinguished Italian Renaissance palazzo style, this boutique white-glove building is defined by its stately limestone facade, landscaped entrance, canopied awning, and beautifully appointed wood-paneled lobby. This gracious one-bedroom, one-bath residence seamlessly blends timeless prewar architecture with refined European sophistication. Southern light pours through double-hung casement windows overlooking a charming tree-lined street, while classic herringbone hardwood floors, beamed ceilings, and solid plaster walls create warmth and character throughout. The spacious living room offers two sets of south-facing windows, generous wall space for art and furnishings, and a dedicated home office area, making it ideal for both entertaining and working from home. The efficient open kitchenette flows into the living area and features a stove, refrigerator, cabinetry and countertop perfect for two stools The luxurious marble and onyx bathroom has been beautifully renovated with a pedestal sink, soaking tub with European fixtures, premium hardware, and custom storage cabinetry. The oversized south-facing bedroom is enhanced by custom built-in bookshelves and elegant radiator covers that frame the windows beautifully, creating a sophisticated retreat. Additional features include generous closet space throughout. The apartment is currently being freshly painted and Owner to replace countertops in kitchen with quartz. Residents enjoy the exceptional service of a 24-hour doorman and live-in resident manager in this intimate 16-story, approximately 52-residence cooperative. Amenities include a beautifully planted rooftop terrace with sweeping city views and a full laundry room. Perfectly positioned just moments from Central Park, The Mark Hotel, The Carlyle Hotel, Sant Ambroeus, Madison Avenue's renowned boutiques, world-class dining, museums, and the Apple Store, this residence offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the very best of Upper East Side living. NOTE UNIT 4A IS NEXT TO 4F another 1 bedroom renovated throughout and can be bought together for $3,000,000 which would provide a unique opportunity for 2 or 3 bedroom facing South with all windows overlooking the beautiful treeline of East 74th Street .

Listing History for 23 East 74th Street, 4-A

Now
08/05/2026
$1,450,000
Initial Price by Reba Miller
Compass
2026

Building Details for 23 East 74th Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelFull-Time Doorman
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1928
Financing Allowed65%
Floors/Apts17/142
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

77 St
0.25 miles
68 St-Hunter College
0.37 miles
72 St
0.46 miles

Citi Bike

5 Ave & E 72 St
0.12 miles
E 76 St & Park Ave
0.13 miles

Building Availability

APPSF
Median
Average
$1,986
$2,225,000
$2,225,000
Last 12 months
-
-
-
-
$6,600
$6,600

One Bed in Upper East Side

APPSF
Median
Average
$1,243
$829,500
$919,315
$1,104
$771,000
$845,074

Upper East Side | Manhattan

Quick Profile

Exuding a cosmopolitan, refined air that is reminiscent of Paris or other European cities, the Upper East Side (the UES, to local cognoscenti) has a reputation as being a bastion of wealth and privilege. Even though it was built by American “royalty” families like the Vanderbilts, Roosevelts, Kennedys, Carnegies and Rockefellers, whose elaborate mansions once anchored Fifth Avenue, there are affordable housing options throughout the neighborhood. The further east you move, away from Central Park and the more commercial avenues, the more likely you are to find quiet, tree-lined streets with historic townhouses and brownstones. Keep your eye out for reasonably priced apartments in pre-war low-rise and even a few high-rise buildings.

With abundant, beautifully landscaped green spaces, including the oasis of Central Park acting like a backyard, the area is quiet and lushly green. You can relax and unwind in John Jay Park, Carl Schurz Park or take a stroll along the East River Promenade. The whole neighborhood seems isolated from the workaday chaos of the city at large. Add to that the history of the neighborhood and the abundance of cultural institutions, and you have a uniquely welcoming neighborhood.

Known for its abundance of high-end retail shopping, especially on Madison Avenue, the Upper East Side is host to the Barneys New York flagship department store. Here you can find upscale goods, fashion and home decor items. You will also find the edgy runway-inspired Alexander McQueen collections. If you are dying to treat your feet to red-soled opulence, be sure to visit the Christian Louboutin boutique. These are only a small sampling of this high-end shopper’s paradise that features everything from designer boutiques that offer the ultimate in haute couture to resale shops where you can find last season’s best on sale at hefty discounts .

There are many unique dining experiences, from fine dining to the casual bite-on-the-go, awaiting you in the UES. Sushi is going through a renaissance in the city, and the best omakase-style sushi can be found at Sasabune on E 73rd Street. Omakase sushi means that you leave the choice of ingredients, preparation method and presentation to the chef. Elegant French cuisine can be experienced at JoJo, E 64th Street, housed in gorgeous townhouse. Just for fun, visit the Lexington Candy Shop on Lexington Avenue, to get a taste of an old-fashioned soda fountain.

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