$12,900,000
Updated 3 years ago
Off Market

238 East 68th Street

Upper East Side, Manhattan | Second Ave & Third Ave

15 Rooms5 Beds5.5 Baths6,500 Square FeetSingle Family

$12,900,000
floors / apts4 / 1
Lot Size18'2"x100'
Built Size18'2"x64'
ZoneR8B
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$88,225
Price Per SF
$1,985

Listing Features

  • Architectural Dtls
  • High Ceilings
  • Moldings
  • New Windows
  • Oversized Windows
  • Central AC
  • Central Heat

Outdoor space and views

  • Backyard [545 SF]
  • Deck [18'x20']
  • Terrace

Building Amenities

  • Video Intercom
  • Alarm System
  • Elevator
  • Garden
  • Roof Deck

Property Description for 238 East 68th Street

Situated on a sought-after street in the Upper East side of New York , sits this stunning 5-story townhouse with a state of the art renovation, completed by award winning architect Mark Stumer. Built in 1899, this imposing 6 floor, 18 feet wide single-family home features  5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, complete with a 540 square foot south facing garden, a finished rooftop deck and a 4 person elevator that accesses every floor providing 6500+/-square feet of exceptional living space. The garden level welcomes you with a spectacular double height foyer, beyond which sits a living room, a mudroom and powder room. A bedroom with a full bath is located to the rear of the house complete with access into the garden.  As you continue through the house, an enclosed glass staircase leads you to the second floor where you are greeted with a spacious living and dining room complete with a marble fireplace and ceiling heights of 10' high ensuring that the space is filled with an abundance of natural light. As you move towards the rear of the second floor a conveniently located butlers pantry leads you into a spectacular Chefs kitchen complete with state of the art appliances including: Dramatic oversized windows strategically positioned overlooking the garden giving a true sense of tranquility. A staircase to the left of the kitchen allows direct access into the beautiful landscaped garden, perfect for the family or entertaining.    The third story of the house boasts a deluxe primary suite that occupies the front of the townhouse complete with a beautiful deluxe bathroom complete with a spa inspired bath and a separate steam shower. Towards the rear of floor you will find an additional bedroom currently configured as a sitting room with direct access to the the deluxe bathroom. The additional top floors, all accessed via staircase or elevator, includes three additional en-suite bedrooms with generous closets and city / garden views from large windows with sun filled north and south exposures.A beautifully finished roof deck makes the perfect city retreat for relaxing and entertaining.This townhome expertly provides a perfect balance between the design and technology including, a wide architecturally stunning glass-framed stairway,  multi-zone central air-conditioning, a security system, lighting accents this turnkey residence. 238 E. 68th Street offers a superior location situated  with convenient access to central park and fine dining and globally recognized designer boutiques on Madison Avenue

Listing History for 238 East 68th Street

Now
08/01/2023
TOM by Richard J. Steinberg
Compass
07/25/2023
$12,900,000 [-$600,000] [4.4%]
Price Drop by Richard J. Steinberg
Compass

Building Details for 238 East 68th Street

OwnershipSingle Family
Building TypeTownhouse
Service LevelVideo Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1899
Floors/Apts4/1
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

68 St-Hunter College
0.18 miles
72 St
0.22 miles
Lexington Av/63 St
0.28 miles
Lexington Av/59 St
0.41 miles
59 St
0.44 miles

Citi Bike

E 68 St & 3 Ave
0.07 miles
E 65 St & 2 Ave
0.13 miles

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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: 57011TH