349 W 86TH Street
$29,750,000
MLS# RLS20016344 · Upper West Side
Listed April 14, 2025 · 578 days on the market
7 Beds 8 Baths 12,375 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
Built ground up from the original Beaux Arts shell, this stunning mansion blends early 20th century grandeur with contemporary comfort. Designed by Janes and Leo Architects c.1901 and completely restored with your every comfort in mind, this limestone mansion is built full to an impressive 25 x 100 lot and features a majestic entrance flanked by Doric columns, Roman brick and terra cotta facade and ornate architectural detailing including custom wrought iron balconies. Experience soaring ceilings and outdoor space on every level, with natural light on all four sides plus a modern 8+ passenger commercial grade elevator, there are elegant spaces, yet plenty of lovely casual lounging and living areas as well, designed for today's living. This pristine residence offers 7+ bedrooms, 7 lavish full baths, and 7 powder rooms, 8 fireplaces and multiple entertaining areas, including formal living and dining rooms and a variety of casual entertaining spaces such as a movie room, eat-in gourmet kitchen, and several den areas, plus an in-home gym. There is also a a separate full guest suite, and multiple curated outdoor spaces including a stunning 25 x 30 planted terrace and Zen-like rooftop garden. This home offers many unique perquisites for ownership as well as for staff, with a discreet private service door that leads to an immense fully-finished lower level complete with wine cellar, full laundry, storage and utility rooms, and 2 spacious sky-lit staff offices. Unparalleled Features include: Prime Location: Conveniently situated in prime Upper West Side with easy access to Riverside Park, this residence commands the exclusive distinction of being the only 25 foot-wide home on West 86th Street, a tranquil double-wide tree-lined residential block. Elevator Access: A commercial-grade elevator easily accesses all 6 floors, plus a commercial dumbwaiter enhances convenience across the 6 levels to accommodate everything from formal events and outdoor parties, to in-room dining. Outdoor Oasis: Outdoor space on every floor, including a spacious 25 x 30 terrace off the enormous commercial grade eat-in kitchen, a magnificent sculpted roof deck, and multiple balconies with Hudson River views. Exceptional Living Spaces: Experience a sense of place, with soaring ceilings and a grand circular staircase which could be right out of Paris, plus numerous formal and casual entertaining spaces. Exquisite primary bedroom suite, complete with marble and onyx spa-like bath, occupies an entire floor and features an immense dressing room with tons of custom closets, separate shoe storage and a sumptuous private den with separate library or home office, and its own terrace with an ample seating area overlooking the Hudson, plus 2 additional powder rooms. Bedrooms conveniently located at the south end of the building provide serene courtyard views, and pin-drop quiet for sleeping. Totally private and welcoming guest suite offers 2 bedrooms, 2-full baths, and a lovely windowed den or home office overlooking the tranquil gardens. 7 wood-burning fireplaces + 1 gas fireplace create an inviting and romantic ambiance for your entertaining pleasure, or to just relax and read by the fire. Main laundry room, plus laundry on multiple levels, for added ease and convenience. Elegant private staff offices accessible via a private service entrance, feature an immense managers suite, storage rooms, and tons of amenities. Entertainment and Wellness: Immense media room designed with surround sound and retractable movie projection screen, conveniently designed for movie night or conference usage. Stunning wine cellar with tasting room designed to please any oenophile. State-of-the-art gym features a ballet barre, universal and cardio equipment, squat rack, free weights and more. Cultural Icon, this beautiful residence has graced the silver screen, and served as a backdrop for esteemed publications and productions including Town & Country, Vogue, Esquire, Neiman Marcus, and television hits including Law & Order, The Good Wife and Madame Secretary, to name a few. Timeless Design and Decor: An art lover's dream, experience a harmonious blend of original design details re-envisioned for today's modern living with many custom accents, as well as professional lighting systems specifically designed to enhance your art collection. Custom millwork, exotic hardwood flooring and exquisite detailing enhance each of the public spaces, whilst the private bedroom suites each enjoy unique features, excellent closets and fabulous natural light. State of the Art Smart Home Technology Features: Brand new eco-friendly geothermal heating and cooling economizes your utility costs, plus enjoy a plethora of custom updates including a brand new 80-gallon hot water heater system for greener living. Programmable smart lighting and 1G wired and wireless internet access throughout the property. Advanced smart home system with comprehensive audio video integration RR1. Comprehensive security and fire alarm systems include smart cameras and keycard access, as well as VOIP business intercom system with multiple 20 NYC phone lines for flexible seamless communication. Turnkey Delivery, Ask About Move In Ready Options: Ask about a menu of potential options which may be available for your total enjoyment post-closing. This extraordinary property presents a rare opportunity to experience classic yet modern refined urban living in one of New York City's most beautiful homes for a lifestyle of sophistication and privacy, whilst also being livable, with ample separation of space for you and your guests, this rare turnkey property is in move-in ready condition, call today for a private viewing.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Douglas Elliman Real Estate.
A commercial-grade elevator with an eight-plus passenger capacity serves all six floors of this 1901 limestone house at 349 West 86th Street, and a commercial dumbwaiter runs across the levels too. For a single family home on a 25 by 100 lot, that's a practical advantage for groceries, deliveries and moving furniture.
The house is built full to that lot and has 12,375 square feet, seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms. The formal living and dining rooms sit alongside a movie room, a den, an in-home gym and a separate guest suite, so the floors have distinct jobs.
Off the eat-in kitchen, a 25 by 30 planted terrace gives the cooking area a second room for meals outdoors. A terrace of that size can change how a house gets used, especially when you're hosting. It sits among other outdoor spaces here, including a rooftop garden, a private garden, a deck, a patio and balconies.
The Juliet balcony is a different thing. It opens a room to air when the doors are open, but it isn't space to sit outside.
There's a washer and dryer in the unit, so laundry stays within the house. Geothermal heating and green building status are also part of the home's features.
Riverside Park is about a minute on foot, and the 86 St station on the 1 train is about 5 minutes away. Zabar's is about 9 minutes on foot, and walking to the museum complex and its planetarium takes about 18 minutes.
Quick answers+
Does the house have an elevator?
Yes. A commercial-grade elevator serves all six floors, and a commercial dumbwaiter runs across the levels as well.
Is there private outdoor space?
Yes. There is a 25 by 30 planted terrace off the eat-in kitchen, a rooftop garden, a private garden, a deck, a patio and balconies.
Does the home have in-unit laundry?
Yes, there is a washer and dryer in the unit.

Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Policies
- Pets allowedPets are allowed for owners
- Smoke-free
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
- Geothermal
- 7 fireplaces
- Balcony
- Private garden
- Juliet balcony
- Private outdoor space (over 60 sq ft)
- Deck
- Patio
- Terrace
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Elevator
- Green building
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
The rate is a placeholder, not a quote. Enter the one your lender gives you.
$168,373 / month
- Principal and interest$150,432
- Property taxes$17,941
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$5,950,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (3.9%)$1,160,250
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$458,150
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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349 W 86TH Street
Subway
- 186 StAbout 5 min walk
- 179 StAbout 11 min walk
- 12396 StAbout 12 min walk · Accessible
Parks
- Riverside ParkAbout 1 min walk
- Joan Of Arc ParkAbout 7 min walk
Public schools · Elementary schools
- P.S. 166 The Richard Rodgers School of the Arts and TechnologyAbout 10 min walk
- Success Academy Charter School - Upper West · CharterAbout 10 min walk
- P.S. 9 Sarah AndersonAbout 12 min walk
Middle schools
- M.S. 243 Center SchoolAbout 12 min walk
- Lafayette AcademyAbout 12 min walk
High schools
- The Global Learning CollaborativeAbout 10 min walk
- Innovation Diploma PlusAbout 10 min walk
Colleges & universities
- Bard Graduate CenterAbout 13 min walk
Museums
- Children's Museum of ManhattanAbout 8 min walk
- American Museum of Natural HistoryAbout 15 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 Upper West Side
Grand prewar residences flanked by two iconic parks and world-renowned cultural institutions.
Walkability
9/10
Public transit
9/10
Schools
10/10
Dining
9/10
Groceries & parks
9/10
Schools in Upper West Side
Strong public schools like PS 87 and PS 199, top progressive private schools, and many students who transition into elite NYC high schools.
Private schools in the area include Collegiate School, Trinity School, Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School, The Calhoun School.
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