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123 East 69th Street
Upper East Side, Manhattan | Park Ave & Lexington Ave
16.5 Rooms6 Beds6.5 Baths8,000 Square FeetSingle Family
$16,900,000
floors / apts5 / 1
Lot Size20'x100'
Built Size20'x62'
ZoneR8B
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$111,996
Price Per SF
$2,113
This property was sold for $12,800,000 on 07/18/22.
Listing Features
- Original Details
- Deco Fireplace
- WBFP
- No AC
Outdoor space and views
- Backyard
- Terrace
Building Amenities
- Voice Intercom
- Elevator
Property Description for 123 East 69th Street
This beautiful Roman brick and limestone 20' townhouse was originally built in 1872 by Christopher Keyes according to the designs of John Sexton and part of 11 row houses which extended from just west of The Union Club all the way to Lexington Avenue. While retaining many of its original details, this magnificent and light-filled property is in excellent condition and offers 8000 square feet of townhouse living in a unique and coveted layout. The grand living room, dining room and kitchen are all located on the parlor floor, creating a 90 ft expanse with 12 ft ceilings and north, south and east exposures. The floor above is shared by an impressive library, which still retains its beautiful original wood paneling, and a large master suite. The configuration of all the public rooms and master bedroom existing on just two floors creates a luxury and ease in townhouse living rarely found in such a grand-scaled house.
The two top floors are home to five additional sunny bedrooms, an enormous sky-lit game room
and a terrace which can be expanded to create 450 square feet of outdoor space.
Other highlights of this distinctive and continually upgraded property include an elevator which runs from the basement to the top floor, central air-conditioning, six fireplaces, high ceilings throughout, and a seldom found ground level caretakers' apartment.
*Please note that the tax information provided is based on the 2018 property assessment.
Building Details for 123 East 69th Street
OwnershipSingle Family
Building TypeTownhouse
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1873
Floors/Apts5/1
Transit and Citi Bike
Subway
68 St-Hunter College
0.04 miles
72 St
0.29 miles
Lexington Av/63 St
0.31 miles
77 St
0.4 miles
Lexington Av/59 St
0.46 miles
Citi Bike
E 67 St & Park Ave
0.12 miles
3 Ave & E 71 St
0.13 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.
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OLR ID: 21241TH
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