38 E 70th St New York, NY 10021
Upper East Side NeighborhoodEstimated payment $80,123/month
Highlights
- Green Building
- 4-minute walk to 68 Street-Hunter College
- Butlers Pantry
- East Side Elementary School, P.S. 267 Rated A
- 1 Fireplace
- Cooling Available
About This Home
Experience the extraordinary charm of New York City townhouse living in this remarkable five story townhouse. Owned and cherished by the same family since 1902, 38 East 70th Street has been meticulously maintained and preserved. Nestled within the Upper East Side Historic District, this residence enjoys close proximity to Madison Avenue's finest restaurants, shops, renowned museums, and the beauty of Central Park.
38 East 70th Street offers 7 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and an array of luxurious features. Step into this home through an elegant foyer to discover the grand parlor level, boasting 12' ceilings and three fireplaces (one gas) in the formal gallery, living room, and sitting room. The formal dining room features a skylight and a butler's pantry with a dumbwaiter. On the garden level, which has direct street access, you'll find a superb Chef's kitchen with top of the line appliances ,a breakfast room, den (which could be used as a bedroom, ideal for a live-in chef), powder room, and small private garden. The top three floors offer two large bedrooms and a full bath each, with beautiful original details throughout. A full cellar with ample storage, washer/dryer, and an additional full bath complete this desirable floorplan.
Additional features of this home include modern communications and alarm systems, new HVAC, Marvin premium windows, a fifty-case wine cellar, California Closets, decorative fireplaces, high ceilings and original details. (Disclaimer: Some photos listed are virtually staged.)
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1899
Lot Details
- 1,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100.00x16.00
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
- Butlers Pantry
- Laundry in unit
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
Eco-Friendly Details
- Green Building
- Smoke Free Home
Utilities
- Cooling Available
Community Details
- Lenox Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 0045 / 01384
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $84,762 | $425,203 | $145,842 | $279,361 |
| 2025 | $79,965 | $422,018 | $136,892 | $285,126 |
| 2024 | $79,965 | $398,131 | $218,700 | $259,975 |
| 2023 | $80,855 | $398,126 | $131,363 | $266,763 |
| 2022 | $74,980 | $703,020 | $218,700 | $484,320 |
| 2021 | $74,570 | $755,460 | $218,700 | $536,760 |
| 2020 | $74,441 | $860,400 | $218,700 | $641,700 |
| 2019 | $69,404 | $715,800 | $218,700 | $497,100 |
| 2018 | $67,632 | $331,772 | $67,843 | $263,929 |
| 2017 | $63,804 | $312,994 | $71,829 | $241,165 |
| 2016 | $59,029 | $295,280 | $76,512 | $218,768 |
| 2015 | $23,742 | $293,068 | $113,908 | $179,160 |
| 2014 | $23,742 | $276,480 | $128,958 | $147,522 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/26/2026 05/26/26 | For Sale | $13,500,000 | 0.0% | $14,063 / Sq Ft |
| 08/09/2023 08/09/23 | Rented | $35,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/26/2023 05/26/23 | For Rent | $35,000 | +75.0% | -- |
| 11/18/2022 11/18/22 | Rented | $20,000 | -32.2% | -- |
| 10/27/2022 10/27/22 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/20/2022 09/20/22 | Price Changed | $29,500 | -20.2% | $6 / Sq Ft |
| 07/08/2022 07/08/22 | Price Changed | $36,950 | -7.6% | $7 / Sq Ft |
| 03/18/2022 03/18/22 | For Rent | $40,000 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | The Title Guarantee Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | The Title Guarantee Company |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS20093242
APN: 1384-0045
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