Experience the extraordinary charm of New York City townhouse living in this remarkable five story townhouse. Owned and cherished by the same family since 1902, 38 East 70th Street has been meticulously maintained and preserved. Nestled within the Upper East Side Historic District, this residence enjoys close proximity to Madison Avenue's finest restaurants, shops, renowned museums, and the beauty of Central Park.
38 East 70th Street offers 7 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and an array of luxurious features. Step into this home through an elegant foyer to discover the grand parlor level, boasting 12' ceilings and three fireplaces (one gas) in the formal gallery, living room, and sitting room. The formal dining room features a skylight and a butler's pantry with a dumbwaiter. On the garden level, which has direct street access, you'll find a superb Chef's kitchen with top of the line appliances ,a breakfast room, den (which could be used as a bedroom, ideal for a live-in chef), powder room, and small private garden. The top three floors offer two large bedrooms and a full bath each, with beautiful original details throughout. A full cellar with ample storage, washer/dryer, and an additional full bath complete this desirable floorplan.
Additional features of this home include modern communications and alarm systems, new HVAC, Marvin premium windows, a fifty-case wine cellar, California Closets, decorative fireplaces, high ceilings and original details. (Disclaimer: Some photos listed are virtually staged.)
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Price increase: $1.6M (5/26)
$13,500,000
38 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021
7beds
5,000sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1899
-- sqft lot
$12,794,000 Zestimate®
$2,700/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Decorative fireplacesSmall private gardenMarvin premium windowsBeautiful original details throughoutHigh ceilingsFive story townhouseGrand parlor level
- 43 days |
- 1,196 |
- 76 |
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Listed by:
Leslie J. Garfield 212-574-6980,
Jed Garfield,
Caylyn Sullivan
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1828396
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,000
- Total interior livable area: 5,000 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 013840045
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Condition
- Year built: 1899
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lenox Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Laundry
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,700/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $11,237,000
- Annual tax amount: $84,762
- Date on market: 5/26/2026
Estimated market value
$12,794,000
$12.15M - $13.43M
$31,859/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $13,500,000+13%$2,700/sqft |
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| 8/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $11,950,000$2,390/sqft |
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| 11/10/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/9/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/26/2023 | Price change | $35,000-12.5%$7/sqft |
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| 7/8/2022 | Price change | $11,950,000-8.1%$2,390/sqft |
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| 4/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $13,000,000+18.2%$2,600/sqft |
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| 3/18/2022 | Price change | $40,000+42.9%$8/sqft |
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| 8/10/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $11,000,000-12%$2,200/sqft |
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| 2/1/2021 | Listed for rent | $28,000-26.3%$6/sqft |
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| 10/19/2020 | Listing removed | $12,500,000$2,500/sqft |
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| 7/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $12,500,000+42272.9%$2,500/sqft |
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| 4/18/2019 | Listing removed | $38,000$8/sqft |
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| 4/8/2019 | Listed for rent | $38,000+16.9%$8/sqft |
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| 7/24/2017 | Listing removed | $32,500$7/sqft |
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| 3/1/2017 | Price change | $32,500-7.1%$7/sqft |
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| 1/13/2017 | Listed for rent | $35,000-7.9%$7/sqft |
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| 6/1/2016 | Listing removed | $38,000$8/sqft |
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| 3/7/2016 | Listed for rent | $38,000$8/sqft |
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| 11/24/2008 | Listing removed | $29,500$6/sqft |
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| 10/3/2008 | Price change | $29,500-25.3%$6/sqft |
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| 8/24/2008 | Price change | $39,500-12.2%$8/sqft |
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| 7/4/2008 | Listed for sale | $45,000$9/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $84,762 +6% | $674,220 +7% |
| 2024 | $79,965 -1.1% | $630,240 -4.9% |
| 2023 | $80,855 | $662,820 -5.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $703,020 -6.9% |
| 2021 | -- | $755,460 -12.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $860,400 +20.2% |
| 2019 | $70,227 +1.2% | $715,800 +115.8% |
| 2018 | $69,403 +8.8% | $331,772 +6% |
| 2017 | $63,804 +8.1% | $312,994 +6% |
| 2016 | $59,029 | $295,280 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $59,029 +148.6% | $293,068 +6% |
| 2014 | $23,742 | $276,480 +0% |
| 2013 | -- | $276,477 +6% |
| 2012 | -- | $260,829 +6% |
| 2011 | -- | $246,067 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $244,224 +6% |
| 2009 | -- | $230,400 +0% |
| 2008 | -- | $230,398 +6% |
| 2007 | -- | $217,358 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $205,056 +0.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $203,520 +6% |
| 2004 | -- | $192,000 +0% |
| 2003 | -- | $191,999 +6% |
| 2002 | -- | $181,132 +6% |
| 2001 | -- | $170,880 +0.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $169,600 |
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Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10East Side Elementary School, PS 267Grades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Jhs 167 Robert F WagnerGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Vanguard High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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