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    164 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021

    5beds
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1901
    -- sqft lot
    $13,640,200 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Six wood-burning fireplacesRooftop spaceElevator and mechanical roomsEn suite guest bedroomTwo large bedroom suitesPutting greenWork out area
    Renovated and move-in ready, this 20’ wide, five bedroom, six story (plus finished basement) brownstone is impressively spacious and chic. There are four outdoor spaces, including a sunny, south-facing landscaped and irrigated garden, terrace off the living room, Juliette balcony off the primary bathroom and rooftop space. Crowning this special home is a sun-flooded basketball/sports court and putting green to practice your short game. The light throughout is exquisite, highlighted by the rear facade’s double height glass casement windows. Numerous original details have been lovingly retained and restored, among them six wood-burning fireplaces, timeless plaster moldings and handsome oak paneling. An elevator links all seven levels—including the finished basement. Lofty ceilings and plentiful windows create an ambience of airiness and light. All six full baths have been stylishly renovated as have the two powder rooms. Nine zone CAC. Garden Level: -En suite guest bedroom -South-facing sun-flooded family room with double-height ceiling, radiant-heated floors & wet bar opens to the 32’-long landscaped, irrigated garden & patio where surrounding walls and fencing create privacy -Powder room Parlor Floor: -Front stoop -Grand entry gallery with WBF -Eat-in kitchen with restored oak paneling, WBF, Sub-Zero, Wolf & Bosch appliances -Kitchen overlooks two story wall of stunning casement windows -Dramatic, sweeping staircase -Powder room -11’7” coffered ceilings Third Floor: -Sunny, south-facing living room with wet bar & WBF -Trio of french doors open to terrace overlooking the garden -En suite bedroom/library with WBF & views to gorgeous East 70th Street -10’9”ceilings Fourth Floor: -Primary suite has extensive custom cabinetry, dressing room, WBF -Primary bathroom has radiant-heated floors, soaking tub, walk-in shower, double sinks and Juliet balcony overlooking the garden -10’3” ceilings Fifth Floor: -Two large bedroom suites -Extensive storage/closet space -Hall bathroom -10’ ceilings Sixth Floor: -Basketball/Sports Court -Putting Green -Full bathroom -Serviced by elevator -15’5” ceilings Basement: -LG washer & vented dryer -Full bathroom -Wine Cellar -Work out area -Workshop -Cedar closet -Storage -Elevator & mechanical rooms -7’10” Ceilings Manhattan brownstones have been an elemental part of the city’s architectural identity since the 19th century. With their generous space, privacy, and aesthetic beauty, they remain some of New York’s most coveted residences. 164 E 70th, on one of the Upper East Side’s most beautiful streets, is no exception. Also offered for rent for $57,500/month, unfurnished.
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    Sotheby's International Realty 917-855-8466,

    Cathy Taub

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1827180

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 8
      • Full bathrooms: 6
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
      • Laundry: Inside
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
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      Property

      Features
      • Patio & porch: Other, Deck, Terrace
      • Exterior features: Garden, Private Roof Deck, Terrace
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City, Garden, Skyline
      Details
      • Parcel number: 014040046
      • Special conditions: Resale

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Condition
      • Year built: 1901

      Community & HOA

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

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $8,936,000
      • Annual tax amount: $106,392
      • Date on market: 5/11/2026

        Estimated market value

        $13,640,200

        $12.96M - $14.32M

        $7,757/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/12/2026Listed for rent$57,500+15%
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        5/11/2026Listed for sale$14,250,000+4.4%
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        10/1/2024Listing removed$50,000
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        8/2/2024Listed for rent$50,000+25.8%
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        11/10/2023Listing removed--
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        11/7/2023Pending sale$13,650,000
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        11/7/2023Listing removed--
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        10/17/2023Pending sale$13,650,000
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        10/17/2023Listing removed--
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        4/26/2023Listing removed--
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        4/26/2023Pending sale$13,650,000+0.4%
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        3/10/2023Listed for rent$39,750
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        3/1/2023Listing removed--
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        10/31/2022Price change$13,600,000-8.4%
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        8/18/2022Price change$14,850,000-8.6%
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        3/23/2022Listed for sale$16,250,000+170.8%
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        3/29/2000Sold$6,000,000+5299.3%
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        7/25/1996Sold$111,125
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$113,808 +5.8%$536,160 -9.3%
        2024$107,555 +4.6%$590,940 -16.4%
        2023$102,790 $706,980 +9.3%
        2022-- $646,800 -6.9%
        2021-- $695,040 -12.2%
        2020-- $791,640 -13.8%
        2019$94,162 +6.7%$918,300 +117.7%
        2018$88,231 +8.6%$421,773 +5.8%
        2017$81,272 +3%$398,683 +0.6%
        2016$78,930 $396,379 +0.7%
        2015$78,930 +161%$393,496 +5.8%
        2014$30,242 $371,876 +5.8%
        2013-- $351,478 +5.8%
        2012-- $332,236 +0.6%
        2011-- $330,316 +0.7%
        2010-- $327,914 +5.8%
        2009-- $309,897 +5.8%
        2008-- $292,899 +5.8%
        2007-- $276,864 +0.6%
        2006-- $275,264 +0.7%
        2005-- $273,262 +5.8%
        2004-- $258,248 +5.8%
        2003-- $244,083 +5.8%
        2002-- $230,720 +3.6%
        2001-- $222,720 +0.8%
        2000-- $221,052
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        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Upper East Side

        Getting around

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        Walker's Paradise
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        Rider's Paradise
        81 / 100
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