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56 East 66th Street
Upper East Side, Manhattan | Madison Ave & Park Ave
20 Rooms8 Beds10 Baths8,153 Square FeetSingle Family
$9,900,000
floors / apts5 / 1
Lot Size20'x100'4''
Built Size20'x75'
ZoneR8B
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$121,648
Price Per SF
$1,214
This property was sold for $8,500,000 on 09/13/19.
Outdoor space and views
- Backyard
- City Views
Building Amenities
- Voice Intercom
- Elevator
- Garden
- Laundry Room
- Roof Deck
- Wine Cellar
Property Description for 56 East 66th Street
Upper East Side Elegance Synergized with Modern Luxury
56 East 66th Street is situated between Park and Madison Avenue, a block-and-a-half from Central Park on one of the Upper East Side’s most prized tree-lined streets. The current townhouse is renovation ready complete with Landmarked approved plans by the international award-winning architecture and design studio, SPAN Architecture. SPAN Architecture's design has transformed this historic townhouse into a modern gem in Manhattan’s coveted Lenox Hill neighborhood.
The newly refined design of the 20-foot-wide townhouse showcases the full potential of a new 7,083 SF+/- single-family townhouse with an unparalleled standard of luxury with 5 stories, 5 bedrooms, 6 full and 3 half bathrooms, and a rooftop terrace. Additionally, the townhouse's design features a 1,267 SF+/- cellar and a 605 SF+/- private garden terrace perfect for outdoor relaxation, dining, and entertaining.
A Refreshed Interpretation
Built circa 1877, the reinvented 56 East 66th Street reflects the apex of today’s ultra-luxury Upper East Side living. Intricate details intertwine with modern amenities, while offering the best of indoor and outdoor living spaces.
This modern-day townhouse features a striking limestone front facade – approved by the Landmarks Department – and a contemporary rear facade featuring walls of glass and red brick.
Impeccable Attention to Details
True craftsmanship and impeccable attention to detail is revealed throughout the interior. Elegance envelopes you in every room, reflected in the top-quality, meticulously-designed elements of high architectural ceilings, rich herringbone and wide plank hardwood floors, travertine fireplaces, superlative finishes and fixtures. Generous floor to ceiling windows along with a rooftop atrium fill the home with abundant natural light.
Garden Level
A grand entry foyer with a convenient elevator servicing every level, a powder room, coat closet, and graceful winding staircase, welcomes you into the garden level of the home. Beyond the entry is a gourmet chef's kitchen open to a family room which flows out to the private garden terrace.
Gourmet Kitchen
The sleek gourmet kitchen is appointed as any chef would want, with top-of-the-line appliances, a pantry, and superior finishes such as; floor to ceiling cabinetry, white marble countertops, backsplash, and island with seating, and a coffered ceiling with cove lighting.
Adjacent sits an open family room with a fireplace and floor to ceiling glass windows and doors leading to the expansive rear garden terrace presenting ample space for indoor/outdoor entertaining.
Private Garden
Surrounding the 605 SF+/- garden terrace is a cedar fence and specimen plantings enhancing the privacy and ambiance while lounging by the fire pit and dining al fresco.
Parlor Floor
The parlor floor is perfect for formal entertaining. Dramatic oversized windows are apparent on northern and southern exposures, creating ample sunlight throughout.
An elegant living room with a fireplace and bar with seating is complemented by a dining room with two wet bars and a powder room.
The Master Retreat
The third level is reserved for the 1,404 SF+/- master retreat, presenting a deluxe master bedroom with fireplace, magnificent master closet, spa-like private bathroom with dual sinks, walk-in shower and water closet, and separate dressing suite/study with a powder room and closet.
Fourth & Fifth Floors
Both the fourth and fifth floors offer two bedrooms with walk-in closets and full bathrooms. The rear bedrooms have private outdoor terraces with seating areas overlooking the serene garden terrace. A laundry room completes the fifth level.
Rooftop Oasis with City Views
The roof terrace affords wonderful outdoor experiences and features outdoor seating and dining areas perfect for entertaining. Take the elevator to the atrium on the top floor and host guests with a backdrop of city sights and beautiful architecture.
Amenity Filled Cellar
The 1,267 SF+/- cellar offers a full gym recreation room, custom wine cellar, second
laundry room, spacious bonus room with full bathroom, mechanical/storage and elevator
control rooms.
56 East 66th Street is situated between Park and Madison Avenue, a block-and-a-half from Central Park on one of the Upper East Side’s most prized tree-lined streets. The current townhouse is renovation ready complete with Landmarked approved plans by the international award-winning architecture and design studio, SPAN Architecture. SPAN Architecture's design has transformed this historic townhouse into a modern gem in Manhattan’s coveted Lenox Hill neighborhood.
The newly refined design of the 20-foot-wide townhouse showcases the full potential of a new 7,083 SF+/- single-family townhouse with an unparalleled standard of luxury with 5 stories, 5 bedrooms, 6 full and 3 half bathrooms, and a rooftop terrace. Additionally, the townhouse's design features a 1,267 SF+/- cellar and a 605 SF+/- private garden terrace perfect for outdoor relaxation, dining, and entertaining.
A Refreshed Interpretation
Built circa 1877, the reinvented 56 East 66th Street reflects the apex of today’s ultra-luxury Upper East Side living. Intricate details intertwine with modern amenities, while offering the best of indoor and outdoor living spaces.
This modern-day townhouse features a striking limestone front facade – approved by the Landmarks Department – and a contemporary rear facade featuring walls of glass and red brick.
Impeccable Attention to Details
True craftsmanship and impeccable attention to detail is revealed throughout the interior. Elegance envelopes you in every room, reflected in the top-quality, meticulously-designed elements of high architectural ceilings, rich herringbone and wide plank hardwood floors, travertine fireplaces, superlative finishes and fixtures. Generous floor to ceiling windows along with a rooftop atrium fill the home with abundant natural light.
Garden Level
A grand entry foyer with a convenient elevator servicing every level, a powder room, coat closet, and graceful winding staircase, welcomes you into the garden level of the home. Beyond the entry is a gourmet chef's kitchen open to a family room which flows out to the private garden terrace.
Gourmet Kitchen
The sleek gourmet kitchen is appointed as any chef would want, with top-of-the-line appliances, a pantry, and superior finishes such as; floor to ceiling cabinetry, white marble countertops, backsplash, and island with seating, and a coffered ceiling with cove lighting.
Adjacent sits an open family room with a fireplace and floor to ceiling glass windows and doors leading to the expansive rear garden terrace presenting ample space for indoor/outdoor entertaining.
Private Garden
Surrounding the 605 SF+/- garden terrace is a cedar fence and specimen plantings enhancing the privacy and ambiance while lounging by the fire pit and dining al fresco.
Parlor Floor
The parlor floor is perfect for formal entertaining. Dramatic oversized windows are apparent on northern and southern exposures, creating ample sunlight throughout.
An elegant living room with a fireplace and bar with seating is complemented by a dining room with two wet bars and a powder room.
The Master Retreat
The third level is reserved for the 1,404 SF+/- master retreat, presenting a deluxe master bedroom with fireplace, magnificent master closet, spa-like private bathroom with dual sinks, walk-in shower and water closet, and separate dressing suite/study with a powder room and closet.
Fourth & Fifth Floors
Both the fourth and fifth floors offer two bedrooms with walk-in closets and full bathrooms. The rear bedrooms have private outdoor terraces with seating areas overlooking the serene garden terrace. A laundry room completes the fifth level.
Rooftop Oasis with City Views
The roof terrace affords wonderful outdoor experiences and features outdoor seating and dining areas perfect for entertaining. Take the elevator to the atrium on the top floor and host guests with a backdrop of city sights and beautiful architecture.
Amenity Filled Cellar
The 1,267 SF+/- cellar offers a full gym recreation room, custom wine cellar, second
laundry room, spacious bonus room with full bathroom, mechanical/storage and elevator
control rooms.
Listing History for 56 East 66th Street
Now
09/13/2019
$8,500,000
Sold and Closed by Zachary Vichinsky
Bespoke Real Estate
08/13/2019
Contract Signed by Zachary Vichinsky
Bespoke Real Estate
Building Details for 56 East 66th Street
OwnershipSingle Family
Building TypeTownhouse
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1877
Floors/Apts5/1
Transit and Citi Bike
Subway
68 St-Hunter College
0.21 miles
Lexington Av/63 St
0.23 miles
Lexington Av/59 St
0.35 miles
5 Av/59 St
0.35 miles
59 St
0.35 miles
Citi Bike
E 66 St & Madison Ave
0.04 miles
E 67 St & Park Ave
0.1 miles
Upper East Side | Manhattan
Quick Profile
Exuding a cosmopolitan, refined air that is reminiscent of Paris or other European cities, the Upper East Side (the UES, to local cognoscenti) has a reputation as being a bastion of wealth and privilege. Even though it was built by American “royalty” families like the Vanderbilts, Roosevelts, Kennedys, Carnegies and Rockefellers, whose elaborate mansions once anchored Fifth Avenue, there are affordable housing options throughout the neighborhood. The further east you move, away from Central Park and the more commercial avenues, the more likely you are to find quiet, tree-lined streets with historic townhouses and brownstones. Keep your eye out for reasonably priced apartments in pre-war low-rise and even a few high-rise buildings.
With abundant, beautifully landscaped green spaces, including the oasis of Central Park acting like a backyard, the area is quiet and lushly green. You can relax and unwind in John Jay Park, Carl Schurz Park or take a stroll along the East River Promenade. The whole neighborhood seems isolated from the workaday chaos of the city at large. Add to that the history of the neighborhood and the abundance of cultural institutions, and you have a uniquely welcoming neighborhood.
Known for its abundance of high-end retail shopping, especially on Madison Avenue, the Upper East Side is host to the Barneys New York flagship department store. Here you can find upscale goods, fashion and home decor items. You will also find the edgy runway-inspired Alexander McQueen collections. If you are dying to treat your feet to red-soled opulence, be sure to visit the Christian Louboutin boutique. These are only a small sampling of this high-end shopper’s paradise that features everything from designer boutiques that offer the ultimate in haute couture to resale shops where you can find last season’s best on sale at hefty discounts .
There are many unique dining experiences, from fine dining to the casual bite-on-the-go, awaiting you in the UES. Sushi is going through a renaissance in the city, and the best omakase-style sushi can be found at Sasabune on E 73rd Street. Omakase sushi means that you leave the choice of ingredients, preparation method and presentation to the chef. Elegant French cuisine can be experienced at JoJo, E 64th Street, housed in gorgeous townhouse. Just for fun, visit the Lexington Candy Shop on Lexington Avenue, to get a taste of an old-fashioned soda fountain.
All information furnished regarding property for sale, rental or financing is from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made as to the accuracy thereof and same is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, rental or other conditions, prior sale, lease or financing or withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions, you must hire your own architect or engineer.
OLR ID: 74082TH
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