173 E 70th St New York, NY 10021
Lenox Hill Neighborhood
4
Beds
6
Baths
3,716
Sq Ft
1,667
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Bonus Room with Fireplace
- 3-minute walk to 68 Street-Hunter College
- 1-Story Property
- East Side Elementary School, P.S. 267 Rated A
- Central Air
About This Home
As of July 2024The epitome of townhouse living on one of the most exquisite blocks on the Upper East Side and rooted in deep architectural history, welcome to 173 East 70th Street.
This townhouse is a true gem, anchored by the former residence of Henry Clay Frick, now home to the Frick Collection. This legacy began in 1914 with Carrere & Hastings' design for the Frick family's grand residence. Since then, East 70th Street has been adorned with exceptional architecture, courtesy of architects like Walker and Gillette, Trowbridge and Livingston, Mott Schmidt, and Grosvenor Atterbury.
From 1942 to 1991, 173 East 70th Street was the residence of Alexander Liberman, who rose from an entry-level Vogue position to become the editorial director of Conde Nast's publishing empire. During his 40-year tenure, he also served as the artistic director for 14 prominent magazines. In 1999, he was acclaimed as the "father of modern publishing," a testament to his unparalleled influence in Western media.
Today, the residence stands as a testament to timeless beauty, lovingly restored to its traditional roots by designer Victoria Hagan.
GARDEN LEVEL: Offers two entrances, one leads directly into a well-appointed kitchen, perfect for casual dining, can be accessed from the foyer and features a charming banquette, a six-burner range, ample storage, and an adjoining butler's pantry equipped with a second sink and generous space for serving elegant formal dinners. Additionally, you will find a convenient powder room and a guest coat closet off the main hallway, leading to a bright and airy living and dining area, ideal for formal dinner parties. Just off the family room is the lush, serene north facing, 38' landscaped garden lined on both sides with tall trees providing privacy and perfect for dining alfresco.
PARLOR LEVEL: Up the beautiful staircase, you will find the parlor floor, which features almost 12' ceilings and incredible oversized original wooden arched pocket doors that open onto the formal living room greet you and boast one of two wood-burning fireplaces on this floor, while the south-facing library adds warmth with another wood-burning fireplace and a wall of custom wood built-in bookcases. In addition, on this floor you will find a powder room.
THIRD FLOOR: The third floor includes the primary suite with soaring ceiling heights over 10' and overlooks the lush garden, a large primary bathroom en-suite with an oversized deep bathtub and walk-in shower. There is also a south-facing guest suite with a wood-burning fireplace and en-suite bathroom and ample closets throughout.
FOURTH FLOOR: The fourth floor has two additional generous bedroom suites with en-suite bathrooms, ample closets and two large windows allowing for natural sunlight all day.
LOWER LEVEL AND ROOFTOP: The rooftop, a potential garden, and a spacious basement with 6'7" ceiling heights includes the laundry, an ample storage and mechanicals complete this exquisite townhouse.Above-grade square footage is approximately 3,567 square feet with an approximately 930 square foot basement and approximately 633 square foot rear garden.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $46,572
Year Built
- Built in 1871
Lot Details
- 1,667 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100.00x16.67
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Library with Fireplace
- Bonus Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Laundry in unit
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Central Air
Community Details
- Lenox Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 0130 / 01405
Map
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Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2024 07/24/24 | Price Changed | $5,900,000 | 0.0% | $1,588 / Sq Ft |
| 07/23/2024 07/23/24 | Sold | $5,900,000 | 0.0% | $1,588 / Sq Ft |
| 04/26/2024 04/26/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2024 04/11/24 | Off Market | $5,900,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/13/2023 11/13/23 | Price Changed | $6,850,000 | -8.1% | $1,843 / Sq Ft |
| 10/13/2023 10/13/23 | For Sale | $7,450,000 | -- | $2,005 / Sq Ft |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $46,059 | $229,322 | $178,200 | $133,623 |
| 2023 | $46,573 | $229,322 | $79,987 | $149,335 |
| 2022 | $43,120 | $541,860 | $178,200 | $363,660 |
| 2021 | $45,187 | $582,240 | $178,200 | $404,040 |
| 2020 | $42,877 | $663,120 | $178,200 | $484,920 |
| 2019 | $39,977 | $664,860 | $178,200 | $486,660 |
| 2018 | $38,956 | $191,102 | $66,468 | $124,634 |
| 2017 | $38,664 | $189,667 | $59,171 | $130,496 |
| 2016 | $35,770 | $178,932 | $53,919 | $125,013 |
| 2015 | $21,581 | $168,805 | $59,066 | $109,739 |
| 2014 | $21,581 | $159,252 | $66,870 | $92,382 |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $3,835,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $5,900,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Similar Homes in the area
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS10996611
APN: 1405-0130
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