--- title: "Tompkins East Condos for Sale in Manhattan | Buyer Savings" description: "View active listings, prices, and amenities at Tompkins East, located at 631 East 9th Street, New York, NY 10009 in Manhattan. Buy a condo with Buyer Advantage savings." url: "https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/tompkins-east" source: "Real Estate Rebate Team" --- # Tompkins East 631 East 9th Street, New York, NY 10009 Alphabet City · Condominium · Built 2005 ## At a Glance - **Active Units**: 1 Unit - **Starting Price**: $1,399,999 - **Property Type**: Condominium - **Year Built**: 2005 ## Illustrative Buyer Savings **$21,000 at Closing** Illustrative, based on a 3% buyer-broker commission on the highest-priced available residence. Régis shares 50% of the buyer-side commission actually received, so your figure follows the commission offered on your transaction. Work with Régis before touring or submitting an offer to understand the building, evaluate pricing, and preserve eligible Buyer Advantage opportunities. **Régis Roumila** — Principal Broker · NY & NJ. Private buyer representation for luxury resale and new development purchases. Verified Member: REBNY · NAR. NYDOS LIC#: 10491211335. [Speak with Régis](mailto:info@real-estate-rebate.com?subject=Inquiry%3A%20Tompkins%20East) · [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) ## Key Building Details - **Year Built**: 2005 - **Stories / Floors**: 6 - **Neighborhood**: Alphabet City - **Active Listings**: 1 unit ## Building Amenities - Central Air - Other - Common On Floor - Common Area - In Unit - Balcony - Building Roof Deck - Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft - Dryer - Dishwasher - Washer - City - Pets: Building No - Pets: No ## Active Residence at Tompkins East 1 Active Residence Buyer Advantage figures shown on these residences are illustrative, based on a 3% buyer-broker commission. Régis shares 50% of the buyer-side commission actually received on the transaction, so the figure follows the commission offered on the listing you buy. [How the Buyer Commission Share works](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buyer-advantage) | Residence | Type | Beds | Baths | Size | Price | Status | Estimated Buyer Advantage | Courtesy of | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Tompkins East #5B](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/new-developments/newyorkcity/manhattan/10009/631-east-9th-street-b-5B-ny-10009) | Condominium | 2 | 2 | 951 ft² | $1,399,999 | Active | $21,000* | Sothebys International Realty | > This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., All rights reserved. ## Sales History for Tompkins East 11 closings in this building. Prices are the consideration recorded on the deed with the City of New York wherever it has been filed. | Unit # | Beds | Baths | Size | Closing Price | Price / Ft² | Asking Price | Sold On | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 6B | 2 | 2 | 951 | $1,350,000 (-9.7%) — Public record | $1,420 | $1,495,000 | Mar 4, 2024 | | 6A | 2 | 2 | 933 | $1,575,000 (+5.4%) — Public record | $1,602 | $1,495,000 | Jul 15, 2021 | | 5A | 2 | 2 | 933 | $1,350,000 (-9.7%) — Public record | $1,447 | $1,495,000 | Jan 24, 2020 | | 4A | — | — | 933 | $1,355,000 — Public record | $1,452 | — | Oct 30, 2019 | | 3B | 2 | 2 | 951 | $1,350,000 (-9.7%) — Public record | $1,420 | $1,495,000 | Sep 28, 2018 | | 3A | 2 | 2 | — | $1,372,500 (-1.6%) — Public record | — | $1,395,000 | Jul 30, 2018 | | 1A&CA | — | — | 813 | $910,000 — Public record | $1,119 | — | Jul 6, 2017 | | 1A | 1 | 1 | 813 | $910,000 | $1,119 | — | Jul 6, 2017 | | 5B | 2 | 2 | 951 | $1,450,000 (-12.1%) — Public record | $1,525 | $1,650,000 | Mar 15, 2016 | Showing the 9 most recent of 11 closings. The full record is on the building page. Public record marks a price taken from the deed filed with the City of New York. Rows without it show the price reported to the listing service, which is what is available until the deed is recorded, typically about two weeks after closing. The percentage beside a closing price is the sale measured against the original asking price. Rows with no asking price are sales with no listing behind them. Those are sponsor and off-market transfers taken from the public record. > This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., All rights reserved. ## What to Review Before Buying in Tompkins East Purchasing real estate in New York City or New Jersey goes beyond the apartment itself. To secure your asset and investment equity, we systematically analyze building structures, financials, board packages, and commission sharing arrangements. 1. **Building Quality** — Review construction, finishes, amenities, management, service level, and long-term resale value. 2. **Monthly Costs** — Understand common charges, property taxes, assessments, and the full carrying-cost picture. 3. **Transaction Strategy** — Evaluate pricing, sponsor terms, closing costs, negotiation leverage, and eligible Buyer Advantage opportunities before committing. ## Location & Neighborhood 631 East 9th Street, New York, NY 10009 ### Alphabet City Alphabet City, comprising Avenues A, B, C, and D, retains a gritty, artistic spirit. Once the center of the punk scene, it is now a vibrant engaging mix of community gardens, dive bars, and trendy dining. Walk-up tenements dominate, interspersed with newer luxury condos especially along Avenue D. Rents are slightly lower than the West Village but rising. The vibe is energetic and youthful. Residents value the diverse nightlife and the strong sense of local community activism. Notorious for being a "subway desert." The L train at 1st Ave is the closest, making the bus network and CitiBikes essential. Tompkins Square Park is the neighborhood's living room. The many community gardens offer unique pockets of green. Best for artists, students, nightlife lovers, and those who don't mind a walk to the train. - [Alphabet City Guide](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/alphabet-city) - [Browse Alphabet City Residences](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/alphabet-city-manhattan) - [All Neighborhoods](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What should I review before buying at Tompkins East? Before making an offer, review the building quality, current inventory, comparable sales, monthly carrying costs, sponsor terms, closing costs, and eligible Buyer Advantage opportunities. ### Can the Buyer Advantage apply to listings in this building? Yes. Eligible listings may offer an Estimated Buyer Advantage depending on the listing, commission structure, buyer agreement, lender approval, and final closing terms. ### Are building costs different for condos and co-ops? Yes. Condominiums typically have separate common charges and property taxes. Cooperatives usually have monthly maintenance, which may include building expenses, property taxes, and any underlying mortgage costs. ### Should I speak with a buyer broker before touring? Yes. Speaking with a buyer broker before touring helps protect your representation, evaluate pricing, and preserve eligible Buyer Advantage opportunities where available. Have questions about Tompkins East? [Speak with Régis before you tour.](mailto:info@real-estate-rebate.com) ## Considering a Residence at Tompkins East? Speak with Régis before you tour, negotiate, or submit an offer. Receive private buyer-side guidance, pricing context, and eligible Buyer Advantage opportunities where available. [Schedule a private consultation](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) · [All buildings](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings)