$10,500,000
SOLD FEB 5, 2025
7 Beds
8 Baths
7,750 Sq Ft
2,013 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,355 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

249 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Central Air
  • 1-minute walk to 86 Street (A,B,C Line)
  • 1-Story Property
  • P.S. 84 Lillian Weber Rated A
  • Gas Fireplace
  • 2-minute walk to W 87th Street Park & Garden

About This Home

As of February 2025

Newly Gut-Renovated Townhouse Offered 15% Below Replacement Cost26 West 87 is a contemporary mint-condition townhouse, originally built in 1881 in the Renaissance Revival style. This modern mansion underwent a meticulous 2-year gut-renovation, finished in 2019. At one time it was the home of jazz legend Billie Holiday. Spanning approximately 7,750 interior square feet (including 1,250 below grade), this 20'- wide townhouse has 6 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms and 2 powder rooms along with 2 sunny outdoor spaces measuring approximately 640 square feet. Enjoy bright rooms with grand proportions, glistening light, and soaring ceiling heights up to 12 feet. 9 fireplaces, a screening room with full kitchen and bar, wine cellar, mud room and large skylight at top of staircase. The townhouse is designed to showcase a private art collection.PARLOR FLOOREnter this luxurious home via the L-shaped box stoop. The grand mahogany doors welcome you, and digital entry makes for easy access coming home. The foyer showcases detailed paneling, a chandelier, and herringbone oak floors. Continuing through the foyer into the home reveals an exceptional living room. The 12-foot carved plaster ceiling and stately fireplace mantle adorn this remarkable room. A Private office is situated off of living area.The state of the art kitchen has every modern amenity including SubZero refrigerator/freezer, a Bertazzoni six-burner gas range, 2 Fisher and Paykel dishwashers, 2 sinks, marble countertops, subway tile backsplash, wine refrigerator, full wet bar and powder room. Additionally, the kitchen can be separated via pocket doors.The formal dining room has grand proportions, expansive windows, ornate millwork on the ceiling, and is ideal to host intimate gatherings or larger events.THIRD FLOORThis level is designed as a private, luxurious primary suite. Measuring over 1,200 square feet, it is a romantic, sophisticated and functional space to relax and recharge. The primary bedroom enjoys ornate details, a picturesque window, an elegant fireplace, and a large dressing room. A spacious marble bathroom offers radiant heat, a deep soaking tub, dual sinks and a spa shower. Completing the level is a private library with a fireplace, herringbone floors, and large windows.FOURTH FLOORSplit bedrooms are spacious and bright. The first bedroom is elegantly crafted with beautiful fireplace, expansive windows, full desk area, generous closet space, full ensuite bathroom and balcony. The second bedroom features an elegant fireplace, king sized bed, seating area plus desk area and full ensuite bathroom.FIFTH FLOORTwo more generously sized bedrooms are bright and spacious. One bedroom is presently configured as a private office for all work from home needs. Room features beautifully detailed ceiling, 3 large windows and full bathroom with elegant shower and dual sinks. Additional bedroom is bright featuring an elegant fireplace, beautiful seating area by windows, 3 large closets and full bathroom.GARDEN FLOOREnter the mud room via the private secondary entrance. This space is designed for fun and entertainment. The inviting media room boasts wallpaper designed by Lenny Kravitz and is complimented with a second full kitchen. A more intimate office area sits off of the media room and provides access to garden. The windowed garden floor bedroom suite offers windows, an ensuite bathroom with heated floors, a rain shower, and herringbone tiling. The lush garden offers a tranquil space, curated with sound system, a BBQ area, and irrigated plantings.FINISHED BASEMENTThe spacious cellar layout is perfect as a playroom area or available for more storage space. The cellar features a temperature controlled wine room, additional storage room, and laundry room with sink.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

George Vanderploeg

Douglas Elliman Real Estate License #30VA0599615 Listed on: 06/16/2025

Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Stuart Brannan

Douglas Elliman Real Estate License #10401304385

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $81,000

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 2,013 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100.67x20.00

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 7,750 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Central Air

Community Details

  • Upper West Side Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 0046 / 01200

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$81,000

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Upper West Side
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Features: Smoke Free
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 7750.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Rooms (Total): 12
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Other

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms Integer: 7
  • Bedrooms: 7

Exterior Features

  • View: Other
  • View: No
  • Exterior Features: Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft
  • Patio/Porch Features: None

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Building Other
  • Green Building Features: Green Building
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Interest: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area: 2013.4
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100.67x20.00

Rental Info

  • Land Lease: No

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Units: 1
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1910

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 01200
  • Tax Lot: 0046
  • Tax Annual: 81000.0

Multi Family

  • Building Area Units: Square Feet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 16, 2025
Closed on
Feb 5, 2025
Sold by
Bell Kristine and Masci Emilio
Bought by
Somerville Amy and Somerville Lorne
Seller's Agent
George Vanderploeg
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
List Price
$11,700,000
Sold Price
$10,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,200,000
-10.26%
Current Estimated Value
$7,137,062

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,362,938
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-37.21%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 2017
Sold by
26 West 87Th St Llc
Bought by
Masci Emilio

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$475,000
Interest Rate
3.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 2009
Sold by
Smilow David and Smilow Marc
Bought by
26 West 87Th Street Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 1999
Sold by
Regan Alsa Armbruster
Bought by
26 West 87Th Street Llc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $10,500,000 --
Deed $9,475,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $5,500 --
Warranty Deed $5,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $475,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $2,051,303 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Price Changed $10,500,000 0.0% $1,355 / Sq Ft
02/05/2025 02/05/25 Sold $10,500,000 -10.3% $1,355 / Sq Ft
12/18/2024 12/18/24 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2024 04/12/24 For Sale $11,700,000 -- $1,510 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $89,631 $450,368 $282,683 $167,685
2024 $89,631 $446,256 $326,100 $146,639
2023 $90,630 $446,256 $250,429 $195,827
2022 $46,739 $543,600 $326,100 $217,500
2021 $83,722 $481,380 $326,100 $155,280
2020 $79,441 $527,520 $326,100 $201,420
2019 $77,794 $611,880 $326,100 $285,780
2018 $75,808 $371,880 $209,708 $162,172
2017 $71,635 $351,412 $156,602 $194,810
2016 $66,274 $331,521 $134,584 $196,937
2015 $26,807 $312,756 $190,454 $122,302
2014 $26,807 $309,900 $226,462 $83,438
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS10990645

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 1200-0046