165 E 71ST Street
$7,895,000
MLS# RLS20125644 · Lenox Hill
Listed November 6, 2026 · New today
10 Beds 7 Baths 4,811 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
This Is The One! Breakfast at Tiffany - and Lunch and Dinner in your new home two doors down from Holly's home - on the magical street - where Audrey Hepburn made magic - Newly Priced to Sell at $8,295,000 you're able to live with income or turn into a magnificent single family house. The possibilities are endless.Welcome to this exceptional five-story townhouse, a rare gem on a sought-after, tree-lined block renowned for its numerous charming townhouses. Spanning an impressive 4,811 square feet, this impeccably renovated residence offers unparalleled space, elegance, and versatility.The recently renovated home, situated on a rare 102'-lot, features grand ceiling heights, three separate oversized outdoor spaces and extremely sophisticated finishes.As a prime investment opportunity, this all free-market townhouse is ideal for an investor seeking strong returns. Alternatively, it presents an incredible opportunity for conversion into a breathtaking single-family mansion, creating a one-of-a-kind luxury residence.Set in one of the city's most coveted locations, this property offers endless possibilities for discerning buyers. Don't miss the chance to own or transform this extraordinary townhouse.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Douglas Elliman Real Estate.
This 4,811-square-foot townhouse on East 71st Street is set up as two units, and that layout is the main choice to weigh here. Two units under one roof give you separate living arrangements and the flexibility to use part of the house apart from the rest. The trade-off is that the house is organized this way today, so using it as a single family home means a conversion, which the listing presents as an option.
The listing describes grand ceiling heights and extremely sophisticated finishes in a recently renovated home on a 102-foot lot. The lot width is what sets how rooms can be arranged across each floor, and that matters most if you plan to live in the whole house.
Three separate outdoor spaces are part of the house, including a terrace and rooftop access. There's also more than 60 square feet of private outdoor space, so fresh air is available without leaving the building.
Morton Williams is about 2 minutes away on foot, and the 68 St-Hunter College station on the 6 is about 4 minutes. Central Park is about 9 minutes on foot, and the Frick Collection is about 8, which keeps museum visits close to the front door.
The house has an in-unit washer and dryer, allows pets, and is smoke-free. It is a Green building, was built in 1867, and sits within the Upper East Side Historic District.
Quick answers+
Does the house have a washer and dryer?
Yes, there is a washer and dryer in the unit.
Is there private outdoor space?
Yes, there is private outdoor space of over 60 square feet, along with a terrace and rooftop access.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed, and the building is smoke-free.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Policies
- Pets allowed
- Smoke-free
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
- Private outdoor space (over 60 sq ft)
- Terrace
- Rooftop access
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Green building
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$50,290 / month
- Principal and interest$39,921
- Property taxes$10,369
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$1,579,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (2.25%)$177,638
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$121,583
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.
About the Building
165 E 71ST Street is a 4-story two-family dwelling in Lenox Hill, completed in 1867 and home to 2 residential units. It sits within the Upper East Side Historic District. The most recent major alteration on record was in 2012.
The closest subway is 68 St-Hunter College (6), about a 4-minute walk. St. Catherine's Park is roughly 8 minutes away on foot.
Compiled from NYC public records and open data.
- Year Built
- 1867
- Stories
- 4
- Units
- 2
- Building Type
- Two-Family Dwelling
- Historic District
- Upper East Side Historic District
Location & Nearby
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165 E 71ST Street
Subway
- 668 St-Hunter CollegeAbout 4 min walk · Accessible
- Q72 StAbout 5 min walk · Accessible
- 677 StAbout 8 min walk
- MQLexington Av/63 StAbout 11 min walk · Accessible
Parks
- St. Catherine's ParkAbout 8 min walk
- Central ParkAbout 9 min walk
Public schools · Elementary schools
- Ella Baker SchoolAbout 8 min walk
- East Side Elementary School, PS 267About 11 min walk
- P.S. 183 Robert L. StevensonAbout 12 min walk
Middle schools
- J.H.S. 167 Robert F. WagnerAbout 7 min walk
- Yorkville East Middle SchoolAbout 15 min walk
High schools
- Vanguard High SchoolAbout 8 min walk
- Talent Unlimited High SchoolAbout 8 min walk
Colleges & universities
- New York School of Interior DesignAbout 2 min walk
- Marymount Manhattan CollegeAbout 3 min walk
- Hunter College (CUNY)About 4 min walk
- Louis V Gerstner Grad SchAbout 12 min walk
Museums
- Whitney Museum of American ArtAbout 7 min walk
- The Frick CollectionAbout 8 min walk
- Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & GardenAbout 17 min walk
- The Metropolitan Museum of ArtAbout 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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Property Photos
Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate
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