Updated 9 years ago
Off Market
870 Park Ave
Upper East Side, Manhattan | East 77th Street & East 78th Street
13 Rooms6 Beds5.5 Baths11,875 Square FeetSingle Family
$24,500,000
floors / apts4 / 1
Lot Size25'x100'
Built Size25'x94'
ZoneR10A
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$132,413
Price Per SF
$2,063
Listing Features
- Original Details
- Spiral Staircase
- Central AC
Outdoor space and views
- Central Park
Building Amenities
- Voice Intercom
- Elevator
- Laundry Room
- Roof Deck
Property Description for 870 Park Ave
ARCHITECT
It is remarkable to discover that in 1975, a youthful architect, Robert A.M. Stern, was engaged to create a residence out of a preexisting carriage house for Leonard N. Stern. It was a complete reconstruction on Park Avenue, one of New York's oldest and most venerated streets.
FORTUNATELY, THE ORIGINAL FLOOR PLANS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
It is even more remarkable to consider that he and his firm, RAMSA, have since created some of the world's most celebrated buildings, and his residential projects include the famed 15 Central Park West, 520 Park Avenue, 220 Central Park South, and most recently, 30 Park Place at 937 feet in height, taller than the adjacent Woolworth Building.
PROVENANCE
The carriage house was erected as one of three private stables in 1897, well after the railroad tracks were placed below grade in 1875. Its location on the block between East 77 and East 78 Streets made it ideal for one of its owners, who felt "the most secure way I could live in a townhouse was with two buildings on either side - there was no second choice." It also offers two sets of doormen standing guard.
ARCHITECT'S CHOICE OF AN IDEAL LOCATION
While townhouses in our era are typically found on single lane side streets, the exceptional width of Park Avenue - three lanes in each direction separated by a wide planted meridian - offers the opportunity for exceptional light to pour into a Park Avenue townhouse such as this one. Further, rather than facing NORTH/SOUTH as it typical on a single lane street, the width of Park Avenue allows sunlight to spill into this townhouse because of its EAST/WEST orientation. This is unique in New York, and was also favored by Santiago Calatrava when he chose his Park Avenue townhouses here in New York. Further, unlike Fifth Avenue, trucks, buses, and parades are not permitted on Park Avenue.
THE BUIILDING - THE FUTURE
Presently, this 25 foot wide townhouse of four levels with windows on all four sides, and full basement level - in total comprising 10,750sf- needs total renovation. The facade is the same one created by Robert A.M. Stern, and his original plan from 1975 is available. But it is also possible to engage this architect now, with the partners of his firm, to recreate either the plan of 40 years ago, or a new plan by the master who now has decades of additional experience to bring to the matter of the best interior arrangement.
It is remarkable to discover that in 1975, a youthful architect, Robert A.M. Stern, was engaged to create a residence out of a preexisting carriage house for Leonard N. Stern. It was a complete reconstruction on Park Avenue, one of New York's oldest and most venerated streets.
FORTUNATELY, THE ORIGINAL FLOOR PLANS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
It is even more remarkable to consider that he and his firm, RAMSA, have since created some of the world's most celebrated buildings, and his residential projects include the famed 15 Central Park West, 520 Park Avenue, 220 Central Park South, and most recently, 30 Park Place at 937 feet in height, taller than the adjacent Woolworth Building.
PROVENANCE
The carriage house was erected as one of three private stables in 1897, well after the railroad tracks were placed below grade in 1875. Its location on the block between East 77 and East 78 Streets made it ideal for one of its owners, who felt "the most secure way I could live in a townhouse was with two buildings on either side - there was no second choice." It also offers two sets of doormen standing guard.
ARCHITECT'S CHOICE OF AN IDEAL LOCATION
While townhouses in our era are typically found on single lane side streets, the exceptional width of Park Avenue - three lanes in each direction separated by a wide planted meridian - offers the opportunity for exceptional light to pour into a Park Avenue townhouse such as this one. Further, rather than facing NORTH/SOUTH as it typical on a single lane street, the width of Park Avenue allows sunlight to spill into this townhouse because of its EAST/WEST orientation. This is unique in New York, and was also favored by Santiago Calatrava when he chose his Park Avenue townhouses here in New York. Further, unlike Fifth Avenue, trucks, buses, and parades are not permitted on Park Avenue.
THE BUIILDING - THE FUTURE
Presently, this 25 foot wide townhouse of four levels with windows on all four sides, and full basement level - in total comprising 10,750sf- needs total renovation. The facade is the same one created by Robert A.M. Stern, and his original plan from 1975 is available. But it is also possible to engage this architect now, with the partners of his firm, to recreate either the plan of 40 years ago, or a new plan by the master who now has decades of additional experience to bring to the matter of the best interior arrangement.
Listing History for 870 Park Ave
Now
09/29/2017
POM by Paula Del Nunzio
Brown Harris Stevens
07/01/2017
Expired by Paula Del Nunzio
Brown Harris Stevens
Building Details for 870 Park Ave
OwnershipSingle Family
Building TypeTownhouse
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1974
Floors/Apts4/1
Transit and Citi Bike
Subway
77 St
0.12 miles
72 St
0.44 miles
86 St
0.45 miles
68 St-Hunter College
0.48 miles
Citi Bike
E 76 St & Park Ave
0.08 miles
5 Ave & E 78 St
0.18 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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