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18 East 73rd Street
Upper East Side, Manhattan | Fifth Ave & Madison Ave
10 Rooms6 Beds6.5 Baths10,080 Square FeetSingle Family
$27,000,000
floors / apts5 / 1
Lot Size22'x102'
Built Size22'x63'
ZoneR8B
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$59,134
Price Per SF
$2,679
This property was sold for $27,000,000 on 09/11/19.
Listing Features
- Architectural Dtls
- Original Details
- WBFP
- Central AC
- Central Heat
Outdoor space and views
- Balcony
- Garden [22'x30']
- Patio [10'x10']
- Central Park
- City Views
Building Amenities
- Video Intercom
- Elevator
- Garden
Property Description for 18 East 73rd Street
Located between Fifth and Madison Avenues on arguably one of the most attractive Townhouse blocks of the Upper East Side, this approximately 10,080 square foot home went through a three year renovation which was completed in 2017.
The current facade was erected in 1922 in a Neo Georgian design by architect William Lawrence Bottomley, who was commissioned by Henry A. Wise, a former United States District Attorney for the Southern District of New York under Presidents Taft and Roosevelt. The handsome five story Townhouse sits on the south side and in the middle of this quiet, tree lined historic block right across the superb Joseph Pulitzer Mansion.
The lengthy renovation involved a total transformation of the entire space from several apartments into a truly elegant, sleek, light, airy, contemporary home -- A tour de force.
Garden Floor:
One enters this home at street level through an inviting limestone vestibule leading to a 32' by 20' Greek marble gallery. The gallery is flanked by a gas fireplace on one end and a very grand marble staircase on the other. It includes a modern high speed elevator which serves all floors, from the basement to the enchanting roof garden.
Behind double doors is a very large, state of the art, eat in kitchen which includes an informal dining area and a wall of windows with direct access to a 30ft deep, south facing planted garden. The kitchen also has a back stair servicing the main Formal Dining Room directly above it. A powder room and very large closet complete this floor.
Parlor Floor:
The ascending grand staircase leads to an extremely bright parlor with a 25' long landing, a beautiful 20' by 22' Front Living Room with a wood burning fireplace, looking right into the exceptional Stanford White architecture of the 1903 Pulitzer house through three floor to ceiling windows, and on the other end of the landing, an almost 20' Formal Dining Room overlooking the planted garden. There is an additional powder room on this floor. This parlor is ideal for seamless entertaining.It has a very lofty and open feel from the Living Room to the Dining Room. It is also perfect for Art display.
An discreet staircase leads to the private quarters of this home which start on the third floor.
Third Floor:
The Master bedroom occupies the entire Third floor. The very generous 20x23 Master bedroom has a wood burning fireplace with pretty views of this historic block, and connects to the Master bathroom through either the floor's landing or through the 23' fitted dressing room. The gold veined Calcatta marbled Master Bathroom has exceptional proportions, double vanity, separate shower, and an all marble deep tub.
The Fourth and Fifth Floors:
These two levels offer four very comfortably sized bedrooms, ranging from approximately 19' by 18' for the smallest one to 20' by 19'8" for the largest. Each of them has a private ensuite marble bath. The south facing Fifth Floor bedroom also has a wood burning fireplace. Each of these floors offers great storage and closets.
The lower floor of the house has a 44' long open loft space which would offer great flexibility in use. In addition there is a staff bedroom complete with full bathroom. On the south side, a wall of windows lead to a patio with a staircase leading back to the garden. A large laundry area is located on the opposite side of this floor as well as access to the brand new mechanicals in a separate room.
The cherry on the pie is the truly attractive planted roof garden with stone pavers, outdoor woodburning fireplace, lovely southern magnolia trees and trellised walls. A beautiful and cozy haven with enchanting City views for outdoor relaxation or entertaining.
The residence comes with the latest technology in heating and cooling systems controlled individually from small touch screen panels in each room, a sophisticated video intercom system conveniently located at each landing as well as an irrigation system for both outdoor spaces, with an automatically timed sprinkler with rain sensors. The two outdoor spaces are in excess of 1900 square feet.
This Townhouse was designed for today's living in quiet elegance and taste. The renovation emphasis was to create the largest possible rooms which can only be found in very wide Townhouses. Its neutral palette in cream and white tones will allow the new owner many options in design.
In the particular niche of Townhouses currently offered for sale on the Upper East Side's Gold Coast, many are beautiful homes but most may be renovation projects. This offering is in move in condition and on the perfect historic block between Fifth Avenue and Central Park on one end and on the other, the most exclusive cultural environment, Art galleries, Museums, the upscale dining experiences and the world's most elegant fashion designer's stores on Madison Avenue.
The current facade was erected in 1922 in a Neo Georgian design by architect William Lawrence Bottomley, who was commissioned by Henry A. Wise, a former United States District Attorney for the Southern District of New York under Presidents Taft and Roosevelt. The handsome five story Townhouse sits on the south side and in the middle of this quiet, tree lined historic block right across the superb Joseph Pulitzer Mansion.
The lengthy renovation involved a total transformation of the entire space from several apartments into a truly elegant, sleek, light, airy, contemporary home -- A tour de force.
Garden Floor:
One enters this home at street level through an inviting limestone vestibule leading to a 32' by 20' Greek marble gallery. The gallery is flanked by a gas fireplace on one end and a very grand marble staircase on the other. It includes a modern high speed elevator which serves all floors, from the basement to the enchanting roof garden.
Behind double doors is a very large, state of the art, eat in kitchen which includes an informal dining area and a wall of windows with direct access to a 30ft deep, south facing planted garden. The kitchen also has a back stair servicing the main Formal Dining Room directly above it. A powder room and very large closet complete this floor.
Parlor Floor:
The ascending grand staircase leads to an extremely bright parlor with a 25' long landing, a beautiful 20' by 22' Front Living Room with a wood burning fireplace, looking right into the exceptional Stanford White architecture of the 1903 Pulitzer house through three floor to ceiling windows, and on the other end of the landing, an almost 20' Formal Dining Room overlooking the planted garden. There is an additional powder room on this floor. This parlor is ideal for seamless entertaining.It has a very lofty and open feel from the Living Room to the Dining Room. It is also perfect for Art display.
An discreet staircase leads to the private quarters of this home which start on the third floor.
Third Floor:
The Master bedroom occupies the entire Third floor. The very generous 20x23 Master bedroom has a wood burning fireplace with pretty views of this historic block, and connects to the Master bathroom through either the floor's landing or through the 23' fitted dressing room. The gold veined Calcatta marbled Master Bathroom has exceptional proportions, double vanity, separate shower, and an all marble deep tub.
The Fourth and Fifth Floors:
These two levels offer four very comfortably sized bedrooms, ranging from approximately 19' by 18' for the smallest one to 20' by 19'8" for the largest. Each of them has a private ensuite marble bath. The south facing Fifth Floor bedroom also has a wood burning fireplace. Each of these floors offers great storage and closets.
The lower floor of the house has a 44' long open loft space which would offer great flexibility in use. In addition there is a staff bedroom complete with full bathroom. On the south side, a wall of windows lead to a patio with a staircase leading back to the garden. A large laundry area is located on the opposite side of this floor as well as access to the brand new mechanicals in a separate room.
The cherry on the pie is the truly attractive planted roof garden with stone pavers, outdoor woodburning fireplace, lovely southern magnolia trees and trellised walls. A beautiful and cozy haven with enchanting City views for outdoor relaxation or entertaining.
The residence comes with the latest technology in heating and cooling systems controlled individually from small touch screen panels in each room, a sophisticated video intercom system conveniently located at each landing as well as an irrigation system for both outdoor spaces, with an automatically timed sprinkler with rain sensors. The two outdoor spaces are in excess of 1900 square feet.
This Townhouse was designed for today's living in quiet elegance and taste. The renovation emphasis was to create the largest possible rooms which can only be found in very wide Townhouses. Its neutral palette in cream and white tones will allow the new owner many options in design.
In the particular niche of Townhouses currently offered for sale on the Upper East Side's Gold Coast, many are beautiful homes but most may be renovation projects. This offering is in move in condition and on the perfect historic block between Fifth Avenue and Central Park on one end and on the other, the most exclusive cultural environment, Art galleries, Museums, the upscale dining experiences and the world's most elegant fashion designer's stores on Madison Avenue.
Listing History for 18 East 73rd Street
Now
09/11/2019
$27,000,000
Sold and Closed by Sami Hassoumi
Brown Harris Stevens
02/01/2019
$32,000,000 [-$2,500,000] [7.2%]
Price Drop by Sami Hassoumi
Brown Harris Stevens
Building Details for 18 East 73rd Street
OwnershipSingle Family
Building TypeTownhouse
Service LevelVideo Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1920
Floors/Apts5/1
Transit and Citi Bike
Subway
77 St
0.31 miles
68 St-Hunter College
0.33 miles
72 St
0.47 miles
Citi Bike
5 Ave & E 72 St
0.06 miles
E 72 St & Park Ave
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: 44525TH
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