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123 E 71ST Street

$20,500,000

MLS# RLS20064125 · Lenox Hill

Listed December 19, 2025 · 322 days on the market

7 Beds 9 Baths 8,000 Sq.Ft.

About This Property

Move-in ready and thoughtfully designed for modern townhouse living, this exceptional single-family residence offers a seamless blend of historic character and contemporary comfort. Originally built in 1865 in the Italianate style and later reimagined by architect Thomas Nash in 1904, the home has been comprehensively renovated with great care and attention to detail. Spanning five stories and nearly 8000 square feet, the 20-foot-wide townhouse is complemented by generous private outdoor areas that elevate everyday living. The residence features seven bedrooms, eight-and-a-half bathrooms, a finished basement, and a private elevator servicing the home.Throughout, soaring ceilings, custom moldings, and a beautifully crafted staircase underscore the home's refined yet livable aesthetic.

123 East 71st Street is accessed through dual private entrances that open into an expansive marble gallery, offering a graceful arrival experience. Beyond double doors, a gracious living room and an additional sitting room that opens directly to the landscaped garden, creating a natural indoor-outdoor flow. The garden is outfitted with a built-in grill, making it ideal for both casual evenings and entertaining. A full bathroom completes this level.

The parlor floor serves as the heart of the home, defined by striking architectural moments and sightlines to the curved staircase above. Elegant columns and an arched entry lead to a sun-filled, south-facing formal living room. In the rear, the grand dining room features a large bay window overlooking the garden. Just beyond, the eat-in chef's kitchen features dramatic 14-foot ceilings and a beautiful skylight that fills the space with natural light, creating an inviting setting for everyday meals and gatherings alike. A discreet powder room completes this level.

The third floor is dedicated to a private primary suite retreat, complete with a spacious walk-in closet and a luxurious en-suite bath. The elevator conveniently services this level, offering both comfort and privacy. An additional bedroom and full bathroom are located at the rear.

On the fourth floor, there is a generously sized bedroom and lounge each feature their own full bathroom, with the lounge opening onto a peaceful private terrace. The fifth floor offers three additional bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and stair access to the roof, allowing for flexible use as guest rooms, offices, or creative spaces.

The finished basement further enhances the home's livability, offering a laundry room, gym, lounge area with kitchenette, ample storage, and mechanicals-rounding out a townhouse designed to support a full, effortless lifestyle.

Property Features

Policies

  • Pets allowed
  • Smoke-free

Home features

  • Washer/dryer in unit
  • Central air
  • 3 fireplaces
  • Dishwasher
  • High ceilings
  • Private outdoor space (over 60 sq ft)

Building amenities

Services and facilities

  • Green building

Estimate

Monthly Cost & Closing Costs

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$113,826 / month

  • Principal and interest$103,659
  • Property taxes$10,167

Due at closing

  • Down payment (20%)$4,100,000
  • NYS “mansion tax” (3.75%)$768,750
  • Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$315,700

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.

Location & Nearby

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123 E 71ST Street

Subway

  • 668 St-Hunter CollegeAbout 4 min walk · Accessible
  • Q72 StAbout 7 min walk · Accessible
  • 677 StAbout 8 min walk
  • MQLexington Av/63 StAbout 11 min walk · Accessible

Parks

  • Central ParkAbout 7 min walk
  • St. Catherine's ParkAbout 10 min walk

Public schools · Elementary schools

  • Ella Baker SchoolAbout 10 min walk
  • East Side Elementary School, PS 267About 11 min walk
  • P.S. 183 Robert L. StevensonAbout 14 min walk

Middle schools

  • J.H.S. 167 Robert F. WagnerAbout 8 min walk
  • Yorkville East Middle SchoolAbout 17 min walk

High schools

  • Vanguard High SchoolAbout 10 min walk
  • Talent Unlimited High SchoolAbout 10 min walk

Colleges & universities

  • New York School of Interior DesignAbout 3 min walk
  • Hunter College (CUNY)About 4 min walk
  • Marymount Manhattan CollegeAbout 5 min walk
  • Louis V Gerstner Grad SchAbout 14 min walk

Museums

  • The Frick CollectionAbout 6 min walk
  • Whitney Museum of American ArtAbout 6 min walk
  • The Metropolitan Museum of ArtAbout 17 min walk
  • Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & GardenAbout 18 min walk

Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.

The Neighborhood

About Lenox Hill

A refined Upper East Side enclave of prewar elegance, Central Park proximity, and Madison Avenue prestige.

Walkability

9/10

Public transit

9/10

Schools

9/10

Dining

9/10

Groceries & parks

9/10

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Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group

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