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970 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10021 Property Information

970 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10021 Property Information

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Address

Primary address 970 Lexington Avenue
Neighborhood Lenox Hill
Zip code 10021
Borough Manhattan
Block & lot 01405-0157

Sales & Tax Overview for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

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Purchase date 02/27/2015
Purchase price $7,425,000
Tax class
Estimated property tax $87,726

Lot & Building Information for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

Lot sqft 1,050
Lot dimensions 17.5 ft x 60 ft
Building class Single or Multiple Dwelling with Stores or Offices (S9) i
Building sqft 3,500
Building dimensions 17.5 ft x 48 ft
Buildings on lot 1
Stories 4
Year built 1910
Construction type
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Zoning & Use for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

Zoning
Residential units (DOF) 3
Commercial units 2
Residential sqft
Retail sqft

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School district 2
Community district 8
Closest police station 0.15 Miles
Closest fire station 0.14 Miles

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Other Property Data for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

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About 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

How many sq. ft. does 970 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10021 have & what is the price per sq. ft?

This Single or Multiple Dwelling with Stores or Offices (S9) located at 970 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10021 has a total of 3,500 square feet and a current price per square foot of $2,121.

What is the year built & the current market value of 970 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10021?

970 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10021 was built in 1910 and has a current tax assessor's market value of $3,270,000.

How many commercial spaces does this building have?

This building has 2 commercial spaces available for lease.

Ownership Information for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

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Past Sales & Property History for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

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Purchase date Purchase price Buyer name Seller name
02/27/2015 $7,425,000

Title Documents for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

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Date Type Amount Party 1 Party 2 Doc image
02/27/2015 - D
03/17/2015 - R
Deed
(2015030700047001)
11/06/1997 - D
10/22/2014 - R
Deed
(2014101501053001)
07/05/1984 - R Deed
(1350000067335)
07/02/1982 - R Landmark Designation
(1270000011427)
           
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R: Recorded date
D: Document date

Property Taxes for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

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Tax year: 2025-2026
Property tax: $87,726
Estimated property tax: $87,726
Tax assessor's market value: $3,270,000
Assessed value: $1,471,500

Assessment History for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

Here's the assessment & property tax history for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.

Year Market value Assessed value Taxable Tax rate % Base tax Property tax Year over year change
2025/26 $3,270,000 $1,471,500 $705,250 12.439% $87,726 $87,726 +2.69%
2024/25 $2,901,000 $1,305,450 $683,394 12.5% $85,424 $85,424 +7.98%
2023/24 $3,422,000 $1,539,900 $632,772 12.502% $79,109 $79,109 +10.07%
2022/23 $3,372,000 $1,517,400 $585,900 12.267% $71,872 $71,872 -29.36%
2021/22 $3,967,000 $1,785,150 $831,552 12.235% $101,740 $101,740 -0.26%

Permits for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

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Filing date Job type Job status Job description Initial cost
11/15/2019 Alteration
03/05/2018 Alteration
02/19/2018 Alteration
11/03/1995 Alteration type 3
         
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Manhattan Commercial Market Stats

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Median Price/Sqft Q3/2025
$611
-10.5% YoY
Median Price/Sqft Q2/2025
$625
5.3% YoY
Median Price/Sqft 2024
$620
-4.2% YoY

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Risk

FEMA flood zone(s): X (See more on map)

Transportation

Distance to Subway
Closest station Lexington Ave & 68th St at NW Corner
Station lines 6
Distance (miles) 0.121
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Bus Routes
Name Lexington Av/E 70 St
Line M101
Distance (miles) 0.034

Neighbors for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York

Here are the neighbors for 970 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10021.

Address Square feet Purchase date Purchase price
117 E 71st St, New York 17,930 06/30/2023
127 E 71st St, New York 8,160 11/06/2012 $8,500,000
160 E 71st St, New York 4,314 04/16/2019 $8,200,000
969 Lexington Ave, New York 5,950 03/30/2007
122 E 71st St, New York 5,027 02/23/2005 $6,800,000
112 E 71st St, New York 12,524
166 E 71st St, New York 2,640 11/21/2016
120 E 71st St, New York 4,293 04/16/2024 $13,280,000
173 E 70th St, New York 3,716 07/23/2024 $5,900,000
965 Lexington Ave, New York 5,580 11/12/1997
126 E 71st St, New York 4,675 06/17/2010
123 E 71st St, New York 5,619 12/13/2021 $14,425,000
136 E 71st St, New York 5,013 12/07/1993
128 E 71st St, New York 4,675 05/01/2025
110 E 71st St, New York 36,136
119 E 71st St, New York 5,960 03/14/2023 $12,000,000
121 E 71st St, New York 4,852 04/29/2008
152 E 71st St, New York 4,220 11/18/2014 $7,300,000
733 Park Ave, New York 115,525 07/21/1972
124 E 71st St, New York 5,740 04/29/2011
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