$9,995,000
SOLD MAR 10, 2026
5 Beds
6.5 Baths
6,075 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 10, 2026

$1,645 Per Sq Ft

20% Below List Price

0 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Wolf Appliances
  • 3-minute walk to 86 Street (A,B,C Line)
  • High Ceiling
  • P.S. 84 Lillian Weber Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to W 87th Street Park & Garden

About This Home

As of March 2026

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ian Slater

Compass License #10301215519 Listed on: 05/27/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Michael Koeneke

Compass License #10401314983

Last Buyer's Agent

Patty LaRocco

Compass License #30LA0998707

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $35,436

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 17.500000x102.170000
  • Private Entrance

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 6,075 Sq Ft Home
  • 4-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Bar
  • Crown Molding
  • High Ceiling
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Wolf Appliances
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • No Heating

Community Details

  • Upper West Side Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 0112 / 01199

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$35,436

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Exposures: North,South
  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Upper West Side
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Structure Type: House, Townhouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 4

Interior Features

  • Interior Features: Wet Bar, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Soaking Tub, Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Cooler, Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Area: 6075.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Basement: No
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s)

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Integer: 7
  • Bedrooms: 5

Exterior Features

  • View: No
  • Exterior Features: Private Entrance, Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft
  • Patio/Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Common On Floor, See Remarks
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Common Interest: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 17.500000x102.170000

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Units: 1
  • Total Stories: 4
  • Year Built: 1901

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 01199
  • Tax Lot: 0112
  • Tax Annual: 35436.0

Multi Family

  • Building Area Units: Square Feet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2025
Closed on
Mar 10, 2026
Sold by
Holliswood 85 Llc
Bought by
Tammy Anderson Trustee and West Myrtle Trust U/T/A Dated January 27
Seller's Agent
Ian Slater
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Patty LaRocco
Compass
List Price
$12,500,000
Sold Price
$9,995,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,505,000
-20.04%
Views
160

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-99.51%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 2015
Sold by
Straub Peter and Straub Susan B
Bought by
Holliswood 85 Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$4,935,000
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 $9,995,000 --
Deed $7,050,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $4,935,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

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 -- --
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 $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
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS20026510

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 1199-0112

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