$6,488,000
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164 East 71st Street

Upper East Side, Manhattan | Lexington Ave & Third Ave

11 Rooms5 Beds3.5 Baths4,520 Square FeetSingle Family

$6,488,000
floors / apts5 / 1
Lot Size12'x100'
Built Size12'x55'
ZoneR8B
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$42,455
Price Per SF
$1,435

This property was sold for $6,200,000 on 08/03/26.

Listing Features

  • Spiral Staircase
  • WBFP

Outdoor space and views

  • Patio [12'x23']
  • Terrace [10'x3']
  • North Exposure
  • South Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Alarm System
  • Garden
  • Laundry Room

Property Description for 164 East 71st Street

Situated on a quiet, tree-lined block on the Upper East Side, this historic, elegant 4,520 sq.ft. townhouse spans five stories, including a beautifully landscaped private garden. Built in 1895, by Thomas Graham, this sophisticated five bedroom, four full bathroom, and four powder room home boasts all-day natural light thanks to northern and southern exposures and ceiling heights of up to 13’. Meticulously designed to include contemporary touches while maintaining the integrity of its pedigree, this is a unique opportunity to own a truly outstanding townhouse at a highly-coveted address. Stepping out of the mosaic-tiled foyer and into the parlor level, you are ushered into a handsome salon with a fireplace encased by gorgeous millwork, and exquisitely restored wood flooring underfoot. French doors lead you into the bright and beautiful dining room that overlooks and accesses the back garden. Gorgeous herringbone wood floors, a fireplace with a Black Nero Marquina marble mantle, a well-equipped service kitchen and a discreetly placed powder room round out the thoughtful touches to this grand space. On the garden level, a spacious, stainless steel-clad eat-in chef’s kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances by Viking and SubZero, as well as marble counters and a crisp, glass backsplash. A separate entrance brings you to a staff suite, with a full bathroom, large laundry room and ample storage space. The second floor showcases the home’s spectacular living space, with a living room and a great room separated by pocket doors that can slide back to create a 50’ long open entertaining space. The great room is entirely paneled in wood and features a chic, marble-manteled fireplace, creating a warm and refined atmosphere. The living room overlooks the garden through an oversized window, and accesses a powder room and custom cabinetry. Occupying the entire third floor, the palatial primary suite features a 14’ walk-in closet, a huge sitting room, two wood-burning fireplaces and an impressive marble-clad windowed ensuite. Two more bedrooms make up the fourth floor. One boasts a full, beautifully-marbled, windowed ensuite and the other features a skylight and custom millwork, as well as an adjacent powder room, and could easily be repurposed as a home office. A tempered-glass,spiral staircase sits under an abstract skylight and leads you to the bright, light-filled lounge that opens onto a southwest facing terrace with lovely neighborhood views. Reflecting the owner’s respect for architectural heritage while ensuring the comfort of modern conveniences, this gorgeously restored home awaits the most discerning buyer. Located steps from Central Park, and with world-class dining, shopping and museums at your doorstep, this is a stunning, quintessentially Upper East Side townhouse.

Building Details for 164 East 71st Street

OwnershipSingle Family
Building TypeTownhouse
AgePre-War
AccessWalk-up
Year Built1895
Floors/Apts5/1
Learn More About the Building

Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

68 St-Hunter College
0.12 miles
72 St
0.19 miles
77 St
0.32 miles
Lexington Av/63 St
0.38 miles

Citi Bike

3 Ave & E 71 St
0.04 miles
3 Ave & E 72 St
0.09 miles

Contact Agent

Contact Agent

Jason Katz
Modlin Group, The

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: 80556TH