159 E 61st St New York, NY 10065
Lenox Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $92,037/month
Highlights
- Bonus Room with Fireplace
- 2-minute walk to Lexington Avenue-59 Street
- Central Air
- East Side Elementary School, P.S. 267 Rated A
- Laundry Room
- 4-minute walk to Tramway Plaza
About This Home
Move right into this mint condition, custom renovated mansion! This 21 foot wide, turn-key townhouse spans over 7,500 square feet over 6 floors. The house is comprised of 6 bedrooms and 7 full bathrooms, with 2 additional powder rooms to accompany the Parlor and Kitchen/Garden levels. A grand staircase at the center of the home is complemented by an oversized elevator accommodating 3+ passengers.
The entire home was meticulously renovated to support modern living without compromising the integrity of the home's traditional elegance, unique character, and original details. Ceiling heights throughout the house are exceptional, and the layout is ideal for both formal entertaining and casual indoor/outdoor living.
The generously-proportioned landscaped garden, measuring over 40' x 21', surrounded by other townhouse gardens, is a modern oasis with a built-in sound system, gas fireplace and gas grill. The excavated cellar incorporates a full gym, wine storage, an industrial sized laundry room, as well as a full bathroom and a staff quarter.
Further features of the home include central heat/AC and state-of-the-art security, including coded gates, alarm, and video surveillance.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $124,476
Year Built
- Built in 1899
Lot Details
- 2,100 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100.00x21.00
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 7,500 Sq Ft Home
- 4-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Bonus Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer Dryer Allowed
- Washer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Fireplace
- Terrace
Utilities
- Central Air
Community Details
- Lenox Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 0029 / 01396
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $118,861 | $627,300 | $263,459 | $363,841 |
| 2024 | $118,861 | $591,792 | $278,100 | $335,369 |
| 2023 | $113,384 | $558,294 | $202,195 | $356,099 |
| 2022 | $105,144 | $814,440 | $278,100 | $536,340 |
| 2021 | $110,842 | $875,160 | $278,100 | $597,060 |
| 2020 | $110,735 | $853,440 | $278,100 | $575,340 |
| 2019 | $103,243 | $989,940 | $278,100 | $711,840 |
| 2018 | $95,962 | $470,748 | $133,174 | $337,574 |
| 2017 | $78,932 | $387,208 | $125,084 | $262,124 |
| 2016 | $77,407 | $387,208 | $125,206 | $262,002 |
| 2015 | $27,180 | $384,524 | $117,427 | $267,097 |
| 2014 | $27,180 | $335,503 | $114,192 | $221,311 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 01/05/26 | Price Changed | $15,900,000 | -2.2% | $2,120 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/08/2025 09/08/25 | Price Changed | $16,250,000 | -3.8% | $2,167 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/01/2025 04/01/25 | For Sale | $16,900,000 | +3.7% | $2,253 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/03/2023 11/03/23 | Sold | $16,300,000 | +1.9% | $2,173 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/19/2023 10/19/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/03/2023 01/03/23 | Price Changed | $15,995,000 | -3.1% | $2,133 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/20/2022 09/20/22 | For Sale | $16,500,000 | -- | $2,200 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/12/2013 12/12/13 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 11/12/2013 11/12/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/04/2013 08/04/13 | For Sale | -- | -- | -- |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $16,300,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $16,300,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $15,500,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $15,500,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $14,670,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $14,670,000 | -- | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | $4,400,000 | -- | |
| Bargain Sale Deed | $4,400,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $10,850,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $5,000,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS20013188
APN: 1396-0029
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