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139Units
15Stories
1923Year Built
$435K - $1.7MValue Range
Available Units
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Rooftop Deck
P.S. 158 The Bayard Taylor School Rated A
City View
Pre War Building
24 Hour Access
Laundry Facilities
A 15-story, prewar condo in the heart of Lenox Hill
Strolling down 72nd Street near Lexington Avenue on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, one may notice a series of early-20th-century red brick apartment buildings designed in the Neo-Georgian style. But one high-rise in particular — known as La Bourgogne — vaguely stands out from the rest, primarily due to its beige brick and Renaissance Revival style. Built in 1924 and designed by Rouse & Goldstone, curious details inspired by the Middle Ages can be found on La Bourgogne’s first two stories: According to “Historic Lexington Avenue: An Expansion of the Upper East Side Historic District,” author Anthony Robins notes that if one looks closely at the facade, they’ll notice — among the twisted, double-story, vine-laden columns that frame the windows — “group of angels playing tug-of-war with swags of fruits and nuts at the first story.” In a city where passersby rarely stop to marvel at the minute details around them (who has the time?), it’s these little touches that make prewar apartments not mere relics of the past, but inhabitable pieces of history.
Beginning at the turn of the century, the Upper East Side’s brownstones and mansions were largely replaced with apartments, and this series of high-rises were some of the neighborhood’s first. When it comes to La Bourgogne, Christina Pensa, an agent with Keller Williams NYC, says the building still maintains its “prewar architectural integrity,” adding that they’ve done a great job sustaining its infrastructure. Ever since it was converted from apartments to 139 condos in 1984 — at a time when many rentals were converted — it still attracts discerning buyers looking for a prewar condo with a high-level of service.
Full-service building with Old World design touches
Given that the building is a century old, Pensa notes buyers can find remnants of Old New York within both the lobby and individual units: “There’s ornate, mahogany woodwork in the lobby with an old-fashioned elevator. There’s no longer an elevator operator, but the [antique] mail shoots are still there,” Pensa says. “[All these prewar details] make it special to [live in] the building.” Considering it was built before the Great Depression, the architects didn’t hold back on expenses to create a sense of grandness. “It’s from a time of a lot of prosperity in New York City. In the 1920s, you saw so much opulence from that time. It’s a very welcoming, Old World, classic lobby.” Buyers can also expect white glove service from a 24-hour doorman, as well as a resident manager and maintenance staff. “There’s always at least one person at the door,” Pensa adds. “It’s excellent service with a high level of hospitality.” In addition to the services, the location is also highly desirable, not to mention the fact that La Bourgogne is a condo. “The building really stands on its own. The majority of the prewar buildings in Lenox Hill are co-ops or much larger spaces with much higher premiums,” Pensa says. “So it’s a very rare and ideal opportunity for someone who’s looking for a condo home without the really exorbitant costs in the area and doesn’t want the restrictions of a co-op.”
Atypical studio to four-bedrooms residences available
Residents access their apartments from carpeted hallways outfitted with beige and white striped wallpaper, and can expect some traditional prewar design cues within each unit. Although each condo has been updated and renovated over the years, prospective buyers may find classic, nine-foot-plus beamed ceilings, double-hung windows, and separate service entrances. The layouts, however, are fairly unusual for a prewar apartment building: select units have extra long entryways/corridors, very unlike the classic square prewar foyer. “Some of the layouts are not like the traditional condo you’d find today,” Pensa says. Depending on the unit, kitchens tend to be fairly small overall, as well as the bathrooms, which may seem dated to some, often outfitted with classic white subway tile. Many bathrooms are, however, windowed — which won’t necessarily allow for stellar views, but is always a perk for letting out shower steam and getting in fresh air. Lastly, many units — specifically on the E line — have ample closet space, including double, walk-in closets. None of the apartments have in-unit washer/dryers, but there is a central laundry room available. “[The laundry room] is incredibly nice and welcoming. There’s artwork in the basement, and it’s very clean. There are sufficient [machines] for the number of residents living there,” Pensa adds.
Residences tend to be on the smaller side, but have low monthlies
Studios have gone as low as $435,000 in recent years, but typically run in the mid-$600,000s for around 400 square feet. One-bedrooms, which range between 550 and 750 square feet, can go for anywhere between $750,000 to $1.1 million. Two-bedrooms typically go between $1.35 million and $1.39 million.
Three-bedrooms, although rare, have sold for around $2.7 million in recent years, while four-bedrooms (which tend to be the result of unit combinations) have garnered $3.5 million. Monthly maintenance costs, according to Pensa, tend to be quite reasonable, often falling in the lower $1,000 range. “In a lot of newer buildings, you’ll spend substantially higher for more labor and liability,” she says. “There’s no gym, but it’s very well maintained. You just have the maintenance staff and doorperson, so you don’t have too many labor bills built in.” Since it’s a condo, the common charges will typically go up if the unit is located on a higher floor.
A gorgeous rooftop with ample greenery and 360-degree views of Manhattan
The building’s rooftop is one of its highlights, which Pensa says is “almost like a garden community center,” complete with planters, fig trees and an allotment of herbs. There are also tables with chairs where residents can enjoy outdoor picnics in a serene environment. “I lived in the building for three years,” Pensa says. “So I’ve seen it all times of year and there would always be one or two people up there. But it’s never been congested because there are about five different areas [on the roof], so you still have privacy.” Despite being a mid-sized building, she also notes that the rooftop is larger than some “500 unit,” ultra-luxury buildings. And from 15 stories up, residents can catch views of Central Park, the Midtown skyline, uptown and beyond. The building doesn't have a gym or other 5-star amenities, but Pensa points out that unlike some newer builds, the value of a prewar building is in its quality.
A prime location in Manhattan’s Lenox Hill
Located on 72nd Street between Lexington and Third Avenues, residents are four avenues away from Central Park and can find a slew of excellent restaurants nearby along Second Avenue, including Boqueria, a popular tapas spot. The express Q train is also nearby along Second Avenue, and the 6 train is just a few blocks south along Lexington Avenue at the 68th Street/Hunter College station.
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Low Crime
Crime Score®
2/ 10
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
81/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
100/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
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Parks in this Area
St. Catherine's Park
10 min walk
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Central Park
14 min walk
Tramway Plaza
15 min walk
Picnic Area
John Jay Park
15 min walk
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Andrew Haswell Green Park
2 min drive
Bike Trails
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Grand Army Plaza
2 min drive
Twenty-Four Sycamores Park
2 min drive
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Ancient Playground
3 min drive
Honey Locust Park
3 min drive
Picnic Area
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