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Sun, Nov 15 · 12:00PM–1:00PM
205 E 59TH Street 21B
$2,400,000
MLS# RLS20126078 · Lenox Hill
Listed November 10, 2026 · 1 day on the market
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,368 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
Stunning 2-Bedroom, 2-Bath Condo with Two Terraces, a Fireplace and 21' CeilingsApartment 21B is an exceptional two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo at 205 East 59th Street, offering approximately 1,368 square feet of pristine interiors. This remarkable home is distinguished by dramatic 21-foot ceilings, an elegant fireplace, a spacious study, in-unit washer/dryer, central air conditioning/heating, and two private outdoor spaces, with exceptional sunlight and breathtaking views throughout the south and west exposures. Apartment 21B is offered fully furnished and includes two private storage units.At the heart of the residence, a spectacular double-height great room creates an immediate sense of grandeur. With 21' ceilings and floor-to-ceiling south and west facing windows, this exceptional space is bathed in natural light. Sweeping city views create a stunning backdrop for entertaining, and the great room affords ample space for both living and dedicated dining. A fireplace adds warmth and ambiance during the winter months, while a thoughtfully positioned study offers flexible space for private den, library, or home gym. Directly off the study lies a private south facing terrace with captivating city views.Adjacent to the great room, the windowed, open-concept chef's kitchen is appointed with top-of-the-line stainless steel Viking appliances, custom cabinetry, Black Absolute granite countertops, and a spacious peninsula island with bar seating. Designed with both style and functionality in mind, the chef's kitchen offers the perfect setting for intimate dinners and effortless entertaining.The luxurious primary suite serves as a private sanctuary, featuring grand proportions, a private terrace, three large closets, and stunning western views which include Central Park. The en-suite primary bathroom is replete with marble finishes, a deep soaking tub and separate glass-enclosed shower.Privately situated in a separate wing, the generously proportioned second bedroom has an adjacent full bathroom, offering an ideal arrangement for guests or additional privacy. The second bedroom affords gracious proportions and two large closets. The second full bathroom features a soaking tub and access to the in-unit washer/dryer.Designed by renowned architect Richard Dattner, 205 East 59th Street offers an exceptional residential experience with attentive, white-glove service. Residents enjoy a full-time doorman and concierge, a newly updated state-of-the-art fitness center, and a full-floor landscaped terrace with a sun deck. A covered outdoor "Puppy Park" provides a dedicated space for beloved pets, completing the building's thoughtful collection of amenities.Located along "Decorators Way"-a world-renowned hub of luxury home decor showrooms, galleries, and design studios-205 East 59th Street is just moments from Central Park, MoMA, Bloomingdale's, Whole Foods, and Trader Joe's. Top local dining options include Avra, Le Bilboquet, Casa Cruz, Anassa Taverna, La Goulue, and Piccola Cucina. Seamless transit options include 4, 5, 6, N, R, W, Q, and M trains, as well as the FDR Drive and Queensboro Bridge.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Christies International Real Estate New York.
The great room rises 21 feet and opens straight into the chef's kitchen, so the apartment gets real volume and cooking stays connected to the living space, with less separation between the two. The kitchen is windowed and open-concept, with Viking stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, Black Absolute granite countertops and a peninsula with bar seating.
The floor-to-ceiling windows face south and west, and the great room is bathed in light. A south-facing terrace opens off the study, and the primary suite has its own terrace with western views that the listing says include Central Park. Nearby buildings can block sun, but with an open horizon the south side gets about 8.5 hours of direct sun in December, about 10 hours at the equinoxes and about 6.1 hours at the June solstice. West-facing windows get about 3.6 hours in winter and about 7 hours in June.
A gas fireplace adds warmth to the great room in winter. The study is a flexible room that works as a den, library or home gym. The second bedroom sits in its own wing with an adjacent full bathroom, and it has two large closets. The primary suite has three large closets, and its bathroom has marble finishes, a deep soaking tub and a separate glass-enclosed shower.
The building was designed by Richard Dattner, and residents have a full-time doorman and concierge, a newly updated fitness center, a landscaped terrace with a sun deck, a courtyard, a garden and a roof deck. Pets are allowed, and the apartment includes two private storage units.
Lexington Av/59 St is about 3 minutes on foot for the 4, 5, 6, N, R and W trains, and Whole Foods Market is about 4 minutes away. Central Park is about 11 minutes on foot.
The apartment isn't a walk-up, and it's offered fully furnished.
Quick answers+
Does the apartment have in-unit laundry?
Yes. There's a washer and dryer in the unit. The building also has laundry.
Is there private outdoor space?
Yes. The apartment has two private outdoor spaces, a south-facing terrace off the study and a terrace off the primary suite, and the listing also notes a balcony.
Does the building have a doorman?
Yes. Residents have a full-time doorman and concierge.

Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Policies
- Pets allowed
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
- Central air
- Gas fireplace
- City view
- Park view
- Panoramic view
- Skyline view
- Dishwasher
- High ceilings
- Storage
- Walk-in closets
- Balcony
- Private outdoor space (over 60 sq ft)
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Elevator
- Laundry in building
- Storage space
Outdoor space
- Courtyard
- Garden
- Roof deck
Some building amenities are reported on other current listings in this building. Confirm amenities and building policies before relying on them.
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$15,753 / month
- Principal and interest$12,136
- Common charges$3,617
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$480,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (1.25%)$30,000
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$36,960
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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205 E 59TH Street 21B
Subway
- 456NRWLexington Av/59 StAbout 3 min walk
- MQLexington Av/63 StAbout 6 min walk · Accessible
- 6EFLexington Av/53 StAbout 8 min walk · Accessible
- NRW5 Av/59 StAbout 11 min walk
Parks
- Queensboro OvalAbout 9 min walk
- Central ParkAbout 11 min walk
- St. Catherine's ParkAbout 11 min walk
Public schools · Elementary schools
- P.S. 59 Beekman Hill InternationalAbout 4 min walk
- East Side Elementary School, PS 267About 5 min walk
- Ella Baker SchoolAbout 12 min walk
High schools
- Art and Design High SchoolAbout 4 min walk
- Vanguard High SchoolAbout 12 min walk
Colleges & universities
- Sotheby's Institute of ArtAbout 12 min walk
- Hunter College (CUNY)About 13 min walk
- Rockefeller UniversityAbout 14 min walk
- New York School of Interior DesignAbout 14 min walk
Museums
- Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & GardenAbout 9 min walk
- Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)About 15 min walk
- Paley Center for MediaAbout 16 min walk
- The Frick CollectionAbout 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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