NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $7,475,759 - $8,347,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,620 Sq Ft
$2,154/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 12, 2024

Last sale price $8,750,000 $2,417 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $48,293 / mo

392 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • 3-minute walk to Lexington Avenue-63 Street
  • Pre War Building
  • East Side Elementary School, P.S. 267 Rated A
  • City View
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of June 2024

Exquisite Single-Family Townhouse in the Heart of Lenox Hill
“Secret” Jones Wood Garden Is Your Backyard
5 Additional Private Outdoor Spaces and an Elevator

Natural light and clean lines abound in this refined single-family townhouse. Boasting soaring ceilings, elegant entertaining rooms, newly refinished and stained cherry floors, five bedrooms including a floor-through primary suite, and an elevator, 159 East 65th Street is a hidden gem in Lenox Hill.

Artistically gut-renovated to the highest quality of the time, you can feel the luxury and thoughtful design in every room of the townhouse. The outdoor spaces are among the most unique in New York City. In addition to a blue-stone patio, parlour and third floor balconies, and two roof terraces with skyline views, the townhouse has private access to Jones Wood Garden. These private gardens are beautifully landscaped and manicured with the utmost care and elegance. Only 12 Upper East Side townhouses have access to this majestic outdoor area.

Garden Floor
A handsome gate and forecourt usher you to the entrance of this lovely townhouse. A vestibule with slate floors and a custom stained glass pivot door welcome you and open to a formal receiving room. There, a staircase with custom one-of-a-kind metal banisters spanning all five floors sculpted by renowned artist Dimitri Gerakaris and an elevator rising to the upper floors. Beyond the receiving room lies a front bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, and to the rear of the floor is a generous eat-in kitchen. Highlights include: a central island, two wall ovens, large cooktop and grill, double refrigerator, push latch cabinetry, a gas fireplace, and a dumb waiter that reaches to the third floor. A wall of sliding glass doors at the rear of the kitchen reveal the townhouse’s private patio and the gorgeous landscaping, fountains, and open air of Jones Wood Garden. It is truly like having a park for your backyard.

Parlour Floor
The parlour floor is an entertainer’s delight. A bright, formal dining room with a huge bay window and fireplace sits at the front of the floor. A wet bar is adjacent to the dining room. The rear of the parlour is an elegant sitting room. It features another fireplace surrounded by library shelves as well as a wall of windows that provide a sweeping view of the lush gardens. Two doors situated in the corners of the room access a balcony.

Third Floor
The primary suite occupies the third floor of the townhouse. A bedroom sits at the rear of the floor and boasts a fireplace, built-in shelving, and three sets of French doors that open onto a private balcony overlooking the gardens. A customized dressing area with cedar closets connects to the bathroom at the front of the floor. Sunny and sleek, the bathroom features a soaking tub, commodious shower stall, and WC with a bidet.

Fourth Floor
The fourth floor is configured with two gracious bedrooms, front and back. Each has three windows and is designed with built-ins for a clean-line aesthetic. A full bathroom completes the floor.

Fifth Floor
The stairway up to the fifth floor serves as a winter garden by utilizing the energy and natural light of a central skylight. A beach retreat vibe and flexible spaces are found at the apex of the townhouse including a possible fifth bedroom or home office as well as a solarium. There is also a full bathroom. Front and rear terraces enhance the indoor/outdoor opportunities on the fifth floor while also offering tremendous city views.

Cellar
The townhouse cellar is vast and tidy. It hosts a front mechanical room, separate laundry area with ample space for commercial machines, and a handy/craft area for tools and a woodworking bench. There is also a large doggy shower and mud room.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dexter Guerrieri

Vandenberg Inc License #31GU0753145 Listed on: 05/15/2023

Co-Listed By

Emily Barham

Vandenberg Inc License #10401365445

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $80,856

Year Built

  • Built in 1899

Lot Details

  • 1,858 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 18.50 x 100.41
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Pre War Building

Interior Spaces

  • 3,620 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • City Views
  • Intercom

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 130 / 1400

Community Details

Overview

  • Upper East Side Subdivision
  • 5-Story Property

Amenities

  • Rooftop Deck

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$80,856

Year Built

Built in 1899

Lot Details

1,858 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue
  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Upper East Side
  • Architectural Style: Prewar, Walk-Up
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 5

Interior Features

  • Equipment (Other): Intercom
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3620.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms: 5

Exterior Features

  • View: City
  • View: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Building Roof Deck, Garden
  • Patio/Porch Features: Patio, Terrace, Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: See Remarks
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Fireplace(s)
  • Heating: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Interest: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area: 1857.58
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 18.50 x 100.41

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Total Stories: 5
  • Year Built: 1899

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 1400
  • Tax Lot: 130
  • Tax Annual: 80856.0

Multi Family

  • Building Area Units: Square Feet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2024
Sold by
Daniel J Edwards Trustee and Xiao Li Tan 2010 Trust
Bought by
Garden House Llc
Current Estimated Value
$7,798,190

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2012
Sold by
Guilden Paul
Bought by
Paul Guilden As Trustee and Philip Li As Trustee
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Garden House Llc $7,750,000 --
Paul Guilden As Trustee -- --
Paul Guilden As Trustee -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/12/2024 06/12/24 Sold $8,750,000 0.0% $2,417 / Sq Ft
06/12/2024 06/12/24 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2024 06/11/24 For Sale $8,750,000 0.0% $2,417 / Sq Ft
06/10/2024 06/10/24 Off Market $8,750,000 -- --
02/26/2024 02/26/24 Price Changed $8,750,000 -11.2% $2,417 / Sq Ft
09/18/2023 09/18/23 Price Changed $9,850,000 -5.7% $2,721 / Sq Ft
06/12/2023 06/12/23 For Sale $10,450,000 0.0% $2,887 / Sq Ft
06/08/2023 06/08/23 Off Market $10,450,000 -- --
05/16/2023 05/16/23 For Sale $10,450,000 -- $2,887 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

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 $79,965 $390,000 $186,381 $203,619
2024 $79,965 $398,131 $173,880 $233,234
2023 $80,856 $398,131 $162,803 $235,328
2022 $77,314 $450,960 $173,880 $277,080
2021 $77,106 $484,560 $173,880 $310,680
2020 $73,129 $535,140 $173,880 $361,260
2019 $68,802 $525,300 $173,880 $351,420
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS10969126

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 1400-0130

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