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  • Price cut: $1M (5/18)
    $14,900,000

    159 E 61st St, New York, NY 10065

    6beds
    7,500sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1899
    -- sqft lot
    $14,152,000 Zestimate®
    $1,987/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Gas fireplaceGas grillFull gymIndustrial sized laundry roomOversized elevatorGrand staircaseExcavated cellar
    Move right into this mint condition, custom renovated mansion! This 21 foot wide, turn-key townhouse spans over 7,500 square feet over 6 floors. The house is comprised of 6 bedrooms and 7 full bathrooms, with 2 additional powder rooms to accompany the Parlor and Kitchen/Garden levels. A grand staircase at the center of the home is complemented by an oversized elevator accommodating 3+ passengers. The entire home was meticulously renovated to support modern living without compromising the integrity of the home's traditional elegance, unique character, and original details. Ceiling heights throughout the house are exceptional, and the layout is ideal for both formal entertaining and casual indoor/outdoor living. The generously-proportioned landscaped garden, measuring over 40' x 21', surrounded by other townhouse gardens, is a modern oasis with a built-in sound system, gas fireplace and gas grill. The excavated cellar incorporates a full gym, wine storage, an industrial sized laundry room, as well as a full bathroom and a staff quarter. Further features of the home include central heat/AC and state-of-the-art security, including coded gates, alarm, and video surveillance.
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    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Corcoran 917-520-2786,

    David Adler,

    Deborah Grubman

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1762971

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 9
      • Full bathrooms: 7
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 7,500
      • Total interior livable area: 7,500 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Patio & porch: Other, Terrace
      • Exterior features: Garden, Terrace
      Details
      • Parcel number: 013960029
      • Special conditions: Resale

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • Year built: 1899

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Lenox Hill
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Elevator(s)
      Location
      • Region: New York

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,987/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $11,036,000
      • Annual tax amount: $125,412
      • Date on market: 4/1/2025

        Estimated market value

        $14,152,000

        $13.44M - $14.86M

        $8,067/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/18/2026Price change$14,900,000-6.3%$1,987/sqft
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        1/5/2026Price change$15,900,000-2.2%$2,120/sqft
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        9/12/2025Price change$16,250,000-3.8%$2,167/sqft
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        4/1/2025Listed for sale$16,900,000+3.7%$2,253/sqft
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        6/4/2024Listing removed--
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        11/8/2023Sold$16,300,000+1.9%$2,173/sqft
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        11/7/2023Listed for sale$15,995,000$2,133/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #3954003 Report a problem
        10/19/2023Pending sale$15,995,000$2,133/sqft
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        10/4/2023Listing removed--
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        6/20/2023Price change$60,000-14.3%$8/sqft
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        3/16/2023Listed for rent$70,000$9/sqft
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        1/3/2023Price change$15,995,000-3.1%$2,133/sqft
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        9/20/2022Listed for sale$16,500,000-2.4%$2,200/sqft
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        6/27/2022Listing removed--
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        4/19/2022Price change$16,900,000-5.6%$2,253/sqft
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        2/27/2022Price change$17,900,000+6292.9%$2,387/sqft
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        2/26/2022Price change$280,000-98.4%$37/sqft
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        9/20/2021Price change$17,900,000-5.3%$2,387/sqft
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        4/5/2021Listed for sale$18,900,000+21.9%$2,520/sqft
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        12/27/2013Sold$15,500,000-2.5%$2,067/sqft
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        8/8/2013Listing removed$15,900,000$2,120/sqft
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        8/5/2013Listed for sale$15,900,000+8.4%$2,120/sqft
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        7/2/2007Sold$14,670,000+233.4%$1,956/sqft
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        2/14/2001Sold$4,400,000$587/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$125,993 +6%$662,160 +3.2%
        2024$118,861 +4.8%$641,820 -16.4%
        2023$113,384 $767,880 -5.7%
        2022-- $814,440 -6.9%
        2021-- $875,160 +2.5%
        2020-- $853,440 -13.8%
        2019$104,467 +6.1%$989,940 +110.3%
        2018$98,476 +24.8%$470,748 +21.6%
        2017$78,932 +2%$387,208
        2016$77,407 $387,208 +0.7%
        2015$77,407 +184.8%$384,524 +14.6%
        2014$27,180 $335,503 +6%
        2013-- $316,513 +6%
        2012-- $298,598
        2011-- $298,598 +0.8%
        2010-- $296,361 +6%
        2009-- $279,586 +6%
        2008-- $263,761 +6%
        2007-- $248,832
        2006-- $248,832 +0.8%
        2005-- $246,968 +6%
        2004-- $232,989 +6%
        2003-- $219,801 +6%
        2002-- $207,360
        2001-- $207,360 +0.8%
        2000-- $205,807
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Upper East Side

        Getting around

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        Rider's Paradise
        79 / 100
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