Seller's Agent in 2026
Ian Slater
Compass
(646) 645-8192
10 in this area
256 Total Sales
Also available furnished short or long-term at $50K/month 53 West 85th Street – A Magnificently Renovated Single-Family Townhome Perfectly positioned on a prime Central Park block, this stunning approximately 18-foot-wide Queen Anne-style home with stoop has been newly gut-renovated from top to bottom, blending historic charm with modern luxury, including chic finishes and functional details. With five en suite bedrooms across five sun-flooded floors and an elevator servicing all levels, this home offers unparalleled elegance and convenience. Garden Floor/Under the Stoop: The gourmet kitchen opens to a planted garden with awning and plumbed Weber grill. The kitchen features a waterfall quartzite island, top-of-the-line Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, two ovens plus a built-in MW, wine fridge, custom white cabinetry, extensive storage and butler’s pantry. Adjacent is a library/media room with pretty bay window, full bathroom and wet bar. The second floor sports the living room with ten-foot ceilings, decorative fireplace, views towards townhouse gardens and abundant restored historic detail. The adjacent dining room has a wet bar, and bay window facing sunny tree-lined West 85th Street. A beautifully renovated powder room on this floor is an additional complement. The third floor is home to a luxurious primary suite with a massive walk-in closet and giant spa bathroom with Corian soaking tub, walk-in shower with multiple shower heads, separate water closet with a smart toilet, and generous closet space. Fourth and Fifth Floors: Both floors are appointed with sunny en suite bedrooms, including one with a massive skylight, and both with generous closet space. Above the staircase is a magnificently restored stained glass skylight. Select Details: Exquisite interiors showcase wide-plank oak floors throughout, and abundant restored historic details. Smart home features include Lutron lighting, and multi-zoned central air conditioning. The private planted garden features an awning and plumbed gas grill, making it ideal for outdoor entertaining. Historical architectural details include bay windows on the garden and parlor floors, an ornate brick façade, and a pitched gable roofline. The fully renovated basement includes LG full size washer and dryer, several wine refrigerators and space for a home gym and ample storage. Prime Upper West Side Location: Steps from Central Park, the Museum of Natural History, the NY Historical, scores of public and private schools, top restaurants, gourmet food shops (Whole Foods, Citarella, Fairway, Zabars, H Mart), clothing boutiques, many subways (B, C, 1, 2, 3 trains) and multiple bus lines. Move-in ready and awaiting its next discerning owner, 53 West 85th Street is a rare blend of grandeur, history, and contemporary sophistication. Co-exclusive.
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $9,995,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $7,050,000 | -- |
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $4,935,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/10/2026 03/10/26 | Sold | $9,995,000 | 0.0% | $1,645 / Sq Ft |
| 10/17/2025 10/17/25 | Rented | $50,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/21/2025 07/21/25 | Price Changed | $10,975,000 | 0.0% | $1,807 / Sq Ft |
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | For Rent | $50,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | For Sale | $12,500,000 | +45354.5% | $2,058 / Sq Ft |
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/20/2023 03/20/23 | Off Market | $27,500 | -- | -- |
| 08/11/2022 08/11/22 | Rented | $27,500 | -6.8% | -- |
| 07/25/2022 07/25/22 | Price Changed | $29,500 | -9.2% | $6 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2022 06/23/22 | Price Changed | $32,500 | -17.7% | $7 / Sq Ft |
| 06/03/2022 06/03/22 | For Rent | $39,500 | -- | -- |
| 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 | $33,436 | $176,434 | $78,820 | $97,614 |
| 2024 | $33,436 | $166,471 | $192,240 | $86,911 |
| 2023 | $32,237 | $158,734 | $63,407 | $95,327 |
| 2022 | $31,688 | $510,420 | $192,240 | $318,180 |
| 2021 | $32,798 | $548,460 | $192,240 | $356,220 |
| 2020 | $31,121 | $624,660 | $192,240 | $432,420 |
| 2019 | $29,020 | $614,460 | $192,240 | $422,220 |
| 2018 | $26,965 | $132,278 | $56,449 | $75,829 |
| 2017 | $26,965 | $132,278 | $46,851 | $85,427 |
| 2016 | $25,653 | $129,871 | $44,868 | $85,003 |
| 2015 | $14,831 | $122,523 | $53,796 | $68,727 |
| 2014 | $14,831 | $115,605 | $60,908 | $54,697 |
Seller's Agent in 2026
Ian Slater
Compass
(646) 645-8192
10 in this area
256 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Michael Koeneke
Compass
(858) 922-4308
4 in this area
63 Total Sales
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Patty LaRocco
Compass
(917) 696-0699
4 in this area
92 Total Sales
Seller's Agent in 2025
Cathy Taub
Sothebys International Realty
(917) 855-8466
16 in this area
75 Total Sales
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS20026510
APN: 1199-0112
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