870 United Nations Plaza, Unit 20B

August 5, 2026 by Georges Benoliel

Beautifully renovated and bathed in light, this stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence features walls of almost floor-to-ceiling windows with spectacular views north, west, and of the East River including iconic sightlines to the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building.

The split-bedroom layout offers privacy and flexibility. The windowed eat-in kitchen is appointed with top-of-the-line appliances including a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, Jenn-Air oven, Wolf built-in microwave, Wolf stovetop, and Wolf hood. A rare, grandfathered Miele washer/dryer completes this exceptional home.

Both marble bathrooms are newly appointed with Toto electric toilets, new vanities, and medicine cabinets. The primary bedroom enjoys a beautiful en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower.

Designed by master architects Harrison & Abramovitz, the 860/870 United Nations Plaza twin towers offer a uniquely luxurious lifestyle and have long attracted notable residents, including Robert F. Kennedy, Truman Capote, Gloria Vanderbilt, Katharine Graham, Yul Brynner, Johnny Carson, Dina Merrill, Anderson Cooper, and Walter Cronkite. Full-time doorman, concierge, fully staffed package room, in-house valet, live-in resident manager, on-site management, and more ensure your wants and needs are met twenty-four hours a day. Top-of-the-line amenities include a newly renovated full-floor health center with a Pilates studio, a fully equipped lounge/party room, a game room complete with a pool table, ping pong and a golf simulator, a library, two conference rooms, two sundecks, generator, a garage and an attached city playground. The longest private driveway in NYC offers complimentary one-to-two-hour parking. Maintenance includes monthly window washing, all utilities and cable/internet. A storage bin transfers with the home. There is a 3% flip tax paid by the buyer.