109 W 70th Street 1F & 2F
$1,400,000
MLS# RLS20119973 · Upper West Side
Listed October 22, 2026 · 4 days on the market
2 Beds 3 Baths
About This Property
Set on a picturesque, tree-lined Upper West Side street, Residence 1F/2F at 109 West 70th is a beautifully renovated duplex that pairs dramatic architectural character with classic prewar warmth.
Soaring ceilings, oversized south-facing windows, exposed brick walls, and beautifully engineered floating staircases give the home a distinctive sense of scale and personality. Natural light pours into the main living space, creating an airy yet inviting setting for both everyday living and entertaining. At the heart of the home is a renovated open-concept chef’s kitchen with marble countertops, custom cabinetry, Wolf gas range, Sub-Zero wine fridge and built-in Liebherr refrigerator. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas, including a charming built-in dining nook that adds both function and character. The duplex layout creates a natural separation between living and private spaces while maintaining a cohesive flow throughout. Each level is served by its own bathroom, offering added comfort and flexibility.
Located within The Brownstones, a boutique cooperative just off Columbus Avenue and a block from Central Park, residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, acclaimed restaurants, neighborhood cafés, shopping, and multiple subway lines. A rare Upper West Side duplex where prewar character, architectural drama, and a considered modern renovation come together in one distinctive home.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Compass.
The kitchen is renovated and opens onto the living and dining areas, with marble countertops, custom cabinetry, a Wolf gas range, a Sub-Zero wine fridge and a built-in Liebherr refrigerator. I like that cooking stays visible from the main room, and the stainless steel appliances and dishwasher are part of the same setup.
The duplex layout puts a bathroom on each level, so the three baths are spread across the home rather than stacked in one hallway. A built-in dining nook sits off the kitchen, and the high ceilings and exposed brick walls give the main living space its scale. The floating staircases connect the two levels.
The oversized windows face south. On an open horizon, a south-facing window gets about 8.5 hours of direct sun on the winter solstice, from 7:41 AM to 4:07 PM, and about 10 hours at both equinoxes. Nearby buildings can block some of that.
Central Park is about 5 minutes on foot, and the 72 St station for the 1, 2 and 3 trains is about 4 minutes away. Solid State Coffee and JNH Produce are each about a minute's walk, and Morton Williams is about 3 minutes. Vivian Beaumont Theater and David Geffen Hall are each about 8 minutes on foot.
The Brownstones is a 10-unit co-op in a four-story walk-up built in 1886, and the building sits in the Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District. Cats and dogs are allowed. Because this is a co-op, the purchase goes through the building's board, so it's worth starting that conversation early.
Quick answers+
Does the apartment have in-unit laundry?
Yes. The apartment has a washer and dryer in the unit, and the building also has laundry.
Are pets allowed?
Yes. The building allows cats and dogs.
Is the building a walk-up?
Yes. It is a four-story walk-up apartment building.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Policies
- Cats and dogs allowed
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
- Wall air conditioning units
- Decorative fireplace
- Hardwood floors
- City view
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Gas cooktop
- Gas oven
- Refrigerator
- Range hood
- Stainless steel appliances
- Entrance foyer
- High ceilings
- His and hers closets
- Recessed lighting
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Laundry in building
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$9,433 / month
- Principal and interest$7,079
- Maintenance$2,354
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$280,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (1%)$14,000
Co-op share loans aren't subject to mortgage recording tax. Not included: attorney, title insurance, lender and appraisal fees, board application and move-in fees, flip tax and prepaid items. Estimates only, based on the published New York State rates. Your attorney and lender will confirm the real figures.
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Listing Courtesy of Compass
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