$720,000
SOLD AUG 14, 2025

CityLights Building 4-74 48th Ave Unit PH-4E Long Island City, NY 11109

Hunters Point Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,003 Sq Ft
$3,800/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$718 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • 5-minute walk to Vernon Boulevard-Jackson Avenue
  • Balcony
  • P.S./I.S. 78Q Early Childhood Center Rated A
  • River View
  • 1-minute walk to Gantry Plaza State Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

Priced to sell! Ready for a custom designed residence in an iconic LIC waterfront residence? Bring your designer and architect along to this absolute gem of true two bedroom two bathroom corner unit with balcony.

This occupied unit is being shown only by appointment with a 24 hour notice.

Breathtaking Views of the Manhattan Skyline and East River greet you immediately upon entering this exquisite 2BR/2BA with Dining area and Balcony. This very bright and airy residence features oversized windows with North/West and East exposure. King sized bedroom, abundant closets and balcony.

This Condop has NO BOARD INTERVIEW required. Plus, it’s one of only two buildings DIRECTLY on the Long Island City waterfront with apartments available for purchase.

Citylights, Long Island City’s first luxury high-rise residence, was designed by famed Argentine-American architect Cesar Pelli.

Total maintenance* of $3,799, is about 24-55% tax-deductible. *Maintenance is inclusive of building’s real estate tax obligation.

Citylights, Long Island City’s First Luxury High-Rise Residence

Citylights is Long Island City’s first luxury high-rise residence, designed by famed Argentine-American architect Cesar Pelli. This Condop has NO BOARD INTERVIEW required.

Enjoy the outdoor tennis court, FREE GYM – staffed & fully-equipped with 2 Peloton cycles, well maintained cardio machines and Star Trac Fitness Equipment, free weight room, yoga/workout studio, saunas, showers, and lockers. Building amenities also include a 24/7 doorman/concierge, a five-level indoor garage (residents enjoy a reduced rate of only $159/mo), a meeting room, and bike storage.

Live in Long Island City – Minutes to Midtown!

Enjoy famous NYC skyline sunsets from the comfort of your apartment. Join the VIBRANT NEIGHBORHOOD of Long Island City, close to shops, restaurants, and attractions. Dina at LIC Favorites: Casa Enrique, Maiella, R40, 4747, Little Chef Little Cafe, bakeries, bubble tea shops, day spas, and more. Enjoy direct access to the beautiful Gantry State and Hunters Point South Parks.

3 Blocks to the Vernon Boulevard-Jackson Avenue 7 Train Subway with convenient access to E, M, G, and N, NYC Ferry service to Manhattan, and easy access to Long Island Expressway (495 LIE) and BQE. This exciting neighborhood is waiting for your arrival.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Torres

Modern Spaces License #10401259767 Listed on: 05/03/2025

Modern Spaces

Co-Listed By

Debbie Huang

Modern Spaces License #10401347803

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condo-Op

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

HOA Fees

  • $3,800 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Garage

Property Views

  • River

Interior Spaces

  • 1,003 Sq Ft Home
  • Entrance Foyer

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • Land Lease
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 1 / 18

Community Details

Overview

  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Long Island City Subdivision
  • 42-Story Property

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Property Details

Home Type

Condo-Op

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$3,800 per month

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Center Boulevard/5th Street
  • Exposures: East,North,South
  • Property SubType: Apartment
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Long Island City
  • Entry Level: 43
  • Structure Type: High Rise
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Coop
  • Stories: 42

Interior Features

  • Interior Features: Dining Area, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Window
  • Living Area: 1003.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Rooms (Total): 5

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • View: City, River
  • View: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Building Storage, Balcony, Building Roof Deck, Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
  • Patio/Porch Features: Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Green Building Features: Elevator(s)
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee: 3800.0
  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Common Interest: Condop

Rental Info

  • Land Lease: Yes

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Total Stories: 42
  • Year Built: 1997

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 18
  • Tax Lot: 1

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/14/2025 08/14/25 Sold $720,000 -7.1% $718 / Sq Ft
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2025 06/01/25 Off Market $775,000 -- --
05/03/2025 05/03/25 For Sale $775,000 -- $773 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

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Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mary Torres

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Mary Torres

    ModernSpaces

    (347) 302-2100

    51 in this area

    56 Total Sales

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  • Debbie Huang

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Debbie Huang

    ModernSpaces

    (631) 220-9602

    10 in this area

    13 Total Sales

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About CityLights Building

Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS20021202

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 630100-00018-0001-1-0-4E

New York Queens County Long Island City 11101 Hunters Point

4-74 48th Ave Unit PH-4E, Long Island City, NY

This home is located at 4-74 48th Ave Unit PH-4E, Long Island City, NY 11109 and is currently priced at $720,000, approximately $717 per square foot. This property was built in 1997. 4-74 48th Ave Unit PH-4E is a home located in Queens County with nearby schools including P.S./I.S. 78Q Early Childhood Center, I.S. 204 Oliver W. Holmes, and Long Island City High School.

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