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$1,599,000
MLS# RLS20094964 · Upper East Side
Listed September 8, 2026 · 49 days on the market
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,344 Sq.Ft.
Perched atop Central Park in Robert A. M. Stern’s crown jewel, One Museum Mile, Unit 12C is a masterclass in sophisticated urban living. This 1,344-square-foot corner sanctuary, featuring interiors by Andre Kikoski, captures the essence of Manhattan luxury with oversized windows that frame sweeping views of the park, the skyline, and the East River.
The experience begins in a gracious foyer that flows into a sun-drenched living area boasting high ceilings and wide-plank hardwood floors. The windowed chef’s kitchen is a showpiece of Zebrano cabinetry and stone countertops, complete with a breakfast bar and integrated Bosch and Thermador appliances. The primary suite serves as a private retreat, featuring a custom walk-in closet and a spa-like bath finished in Jerusalem limestone and Bianco Dolomiti marble.
Life here is effortless, supported by a full-time doorman, concierge, and an on-site garage. The building’s amenities are unparalleled: a heated rooftop pool, a gym, a resident’s lounge with a fireplace, a game room, and a formal dining room for entertaining. With central AC, an in-unit washer/dryer, and private storage included, this residence offers a seamless blend of timeless elegance and modern convenience in one of the city's most vibrant cultural corridors.

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$11,762 / month
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1280 5th Avenue is a 19-story condominium in Upper East Side, completed in 2008 and home to 112 residential units.
The closest subway is 110 St-Malcolm X Plaza (2, 3), about a 6-minute walk. Central Park is roughly 1 minute away on foot.
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1280 5th Avenue 12C
Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.
The Neighborhood
Manhattan's gold standard for luxury living with iconic architecture, Central Park, and Museum Mile.
Walkability
9/10
Public transit
9/10
Schools
10/10
Dining
9/10
Groceries & parks
9/10
Many of NYC's most selective schools sit here, with a concentration of elite K-12 private schools, strong public feeders like PS 6 and PS 290, and easy access to top selective high schools.
Private schools in the area include The Dalton School, The Brearley School, The Chapin School, The Spence School, Nightingale-Bamford School, The Browning School.
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