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The Amherst at 401 East 74th St. #6L

Located at The Amherst 401 East 74th Street, #6L, New York, NY Co-op in Lenox Hill, Upper East Side
This unit is not currently listed on StreetEasy Other units available in this building: 3 active sales listings
2 beds, 1 bath, 975 ft²

This inviting apartment offers a spacious layout with a private terrace, two large bedrooms, beautiful Brazilian cherry wood floors, and abundant storage throughout. The open kitchen is thoughtfully designed with granite countertops, an island with ample storage, and a built-in wine cooler.

This inviting apartment offers a spacious layout with a private terrace, two large bedrooms, beautiful Brazilian cherry wood floors, and abundant storage throughout. The open kitchen is thoughtfully designed with granite countertops, an island with ample storage, and a built-in wine cooler. Stainless steel appliances, cherry cabinets, and over-the-counter lighting elevate the space. The master bedroom overlooks the beautifully landscaped terrace, while the second bedroom is generously sized, offering flexibility for use as a home office or guest room.

The bathroom is tastefully designed with earth-tone tiles, a vanity sink cabinet, and a mirrored wall cabinet, creating a sophisticated yet functional space. Throughout the apartment, crown and base moldings add elegance, while abundant closets with neatly organized interiors ensure ample storage.

The Amherst is a full-service, financially strong building offering a wide range of amenities designed for comfort and leisure. Residents enjoy a year-round rooftop garden, complete with dining areas and an outdoor shower to cool off during hot summer days. The beautifully landscaped courtyard garden provides a serene retreat, while indoor amenities include a fully equipped gym, a community room, a spacious air-conditioned laundry room with new machines, a children’s playroom, and an attached garage for convenient parking.

Building management is exceptional, with a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, and a dedicated full-service staff. The building has two resident elevators and one service elevator for convenience. Security is enhanced with 29 surveillance cameras monitoring the common areas.

Recent renovations include updates to the lobby, hallways, and community room, with air conditioning added to the hallways for improved comfort. The Amherst is flexible in its ownership policies, allowing pied-a-terre use, co-purchasing, parents purchasing for children, and subletting.

Energy efficiency is a priority, with The Amherst featuring a CoGeneration System to reduce electricity costs and carbon emissions, while keeping essential systems operational during power outages. Bulk electricity savings are passed on to residents, and the building offers connectivity through FiOS, Spectrum, and RCN. BuildingLink technology keeps residents informed of deliveries and building updates.


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About the Building

The Amherst 401 East 74th Street  New York, NY 10021

Co-op in Lenox Hill

  • 236 Units
  • 20 Stories
  • 1962 Built

Sales listings: 2 active, 1 in contract and 222 previous
Rentals listings: 60 previous
Documents and Permits: 649 documents

Unit History

Nearby

Transportation

  • Q at 72nd Street

    0.21 miles

  • 6 at 77th St

    0.41 miles

  • Q at 86th Street

    0.5 miles

  • 6 at 68th St

    0.5 miles

  • F Q at 63rd Street

    0.63 miles

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Schools

District 2 - Schools zoned for this address:
P.S. 158 Bayard Taylor

(PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,06,SE)

J.H.S. 167 Robert F. Wagner

(06,07,08,SE)

Disclaimer: School attendance zone boundaries are not guaranteed to be accurate – they are provided by a third party and subject to change. Check with the applicable school district prior to making a decision based on these boundaries.