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.
In contract
$14,250,000
164 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021
5beds
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Townhouse
Built in 1901
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$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Six wood-burning fireplacesRooftop spaceElevator and mechanical roomsEn suite guest bedroomTwo large bedroom suitesPutting greenWork out area
- 134 days
- 141
- 7
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sotheby's International Realty 917-855-8466,
Cathy Taub
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1827180
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
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2026 | Listing removed | $57,500 |
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| 8/19/2026 | Listing removed | $14,250,000 |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for rent | $57,500+15% |
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| 5/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $14,250,000+4.4% |
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| 10/1/2024 | Listing removed | $50,000 |
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| 8/2/2024 | Listed for rent | $50,000+25.8% |
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| 11/10/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/7/2023 | Pending sale | $13,650,000 |
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| 11/7/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/17/2023 | Pending sale | $13,650,000 |
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| 10/17/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/26/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/26/2023 | Pending sale | $13,650,000+0.4% |
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| 3/10/2023 | Listed for rent | $39,750 |
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| 3/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/31/2022 | Price change | $13,600,000-8.4% |
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| 8/18/2022 | Price change | $14,850,000-8.6% |
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| 3/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $16,250,000+170.8% |
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| 3/29/2000 | Sold | $6,000,000+5299.3% |
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| 7/25/1996 | Sold | $111,125 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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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