$55,000,000
SOLD FEB 23, 2026
6 Beds
14 Baths
14,825 Sq Ft
2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$3,710 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City View
  • 2-minute walk to 5 Avenue-59 Street
  • Elevator
  • East Side Elementary School, P.S. 267 Rated A
  • No HOA
  • 3-minute walk to Grand Army Plaza

About This Home

As of February 2026

Originally built in 1903 by John H. Duncan—the legendary architect of Grant’s Tomb—this Beaux-Arts masterpiece has undergone a series of exceptional renovations. In the early 2010s, the renowned New York townhouse contractor Xhema led a full-scale refurbishment. More recently, another leader in ultra-prime New York construction, Highline Construction, executed significant renovations and upgrades, ensuring the property remains at the forefront of luxury and innovation. The most recent phase, completed in October 2023 and further enhanced in the summer of 2024, was a meticulous undertaking designed to restore and elevate the property’s elegance, functionality, and security. From revitalized finishes to state-of-the-art technology integration, every detail has been crafted to maintain the highest standards of New York’s elite architectural landscape. Behind its stately limestone façade, this extraordinary residence welcomes you with a grand gallery featuring original malachite mosaic flooring, a marble-mantled fireplace, and a sweeping marble staircase. The expansive eat-in kitchen, outfitted with Carrara marble counters and backsplashes, overlooks a serene interior courtyard garden. Top of-the-line appliances include a 60” Bluestar Dual Fuel Range and oversized refrigeration. A pantry leads to a playroom, which opens directly onto the terrace. Ascend the wrought iron and brass-clad staircase to the palatial second floor, where soaring 17-foot ceilings, intricate crown moldings, and a Baccarat 32-bulb chandelier define the grand reception room. A wood-burning fireplace and quarter-sawn white oak floors in a Parquet de Versailles pattern add timeless elegance. The formal dining room, offering a unique, uninterrupted view spanning an entire city block to The Pierre Hotel, is serviced by a butler’s pantry with a dumbwaiter and kitchen access. A large bedroom is positioned at the rear of the parlor floor, while a full bedroom suite with a dressing room and ensuite bathroom sits on the mezzanine level. Occupying the entire third floor, the primary suite is a private sanctuary with two ensuite bathrooms, a spacious dressing room, and a custom-milled wood-paneled library. One ensuite features mahogany lacquered millwork with bronze trim and a custom Olympic Grey marble vanity, while the second boasts a Kohler 72” soaking tub, Fior Di Bosco marble flooring, a gas fireplace, heated floors, and steam-resistant mirrors. A private stairwell leads to an additional large dressing room. The fourth floor offers two generously sized guest bedrooms, each with dressing rooms and full ensuite bathrooms. The fifth floor houses another guest suite with a full ensuite, along with a sophisticated entertaining space, including a media room, a wood-paneled wet bar, and a billiards room lined with custom Hermès-upholstered leather walls. Crowning the home is the rooftop terrace, featuring elevator access, a lounge and dining area beneath a cedar pergola, a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with a built-in BBQ grill and refrigerator, a powder room, and breathtaking front and rear views of Central Park. The lower level is designed for wellness and convenience, with a skylit gym featuring state-of-the-art equipment, a new sauna, steam room, and massage room. Additional amenities include a wine cellar, a home office, an oversized laundry room, and a fully tiled dog wash. State-of-the-Art Technology & Unparalleled Comfort: This home seamlessly integrates cutting-edge technology with classic craftsmanship. Features include: • Upgraded security system with external CCTV surveillance
• Crestron AV system with integrated TVs and speakers
• New AC and humidification system
• Snow-melt heated sidewalks
• Custom Lutron switch covers and Crestron wall control panels for a high-spec, intuitive experience Every inch of this residence has been meticulously crafted to blend historic opulence with modern sophistication, ensuring a home of unmatched elegance, functionality, and security.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Adam Modlin

Modlin Group LLC License #49MO0915281 Listed on: 02/02/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member

Non Member Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $357,336

Year Built

  • Built in 1903

Lot Details

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 25x100

Interior Spaces

  • 14,825 Sq Ft Home
  • Crown Molding
  • Fireplace
  • City Views
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Grill

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 2/2/26
  • Legal Lot and Block 0065 / 01376

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lenox Hill Subdivision
  • 5-Story Property

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$357,336

Year Built

Built in 1903

Lot Details

2,500 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Lenox Hill
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 5

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 14825.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 8
  • Half Bathrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms Integer: 9
  • Bedrooms: 6

Exterior Features

  • View: City
  • View: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Building Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Grill, Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft
  • Patio/Porch Features: Rooftop

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Common Area, Laundry Room
  • Green Building Features: Elevator(s)

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: No
  • Common Interest: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area: 2500.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 25x100

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Building Name: Van Norden Mansion
  • Units: 1
  • Spa: No
  • Total Stories: 5
  • Year Built: 1903

Rental Info

  • Available Date: 2026-02-02

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 01376
  • Tax Lot: 0065
  • Tax Annual: 357336.0

Multi Family

  • Building Area Units: Square Feet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 2, 2026
Closed on
Feb 24, 2026
Sold by
Aston Fifth Llc
Bought by
John King Trustee and The Four Stories Trust
Seller's Agent
Adam Modlin
Modlin Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non Member Office
List Price
$57,500,000
Sold Price
$55,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,500,000
-4.35%
Views
226

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-100.00%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2020
Closed on
Sep 12, 2022
Sold by
8 East 62Nd Llc
Bought by
Aston Fifth Llc
Seller's Agent
Adam Modlin
Modlin Group LLC
List Price
$65,000,000
Sold Price
$48,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,000,000
-26.15%
Views
60

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.02%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 17, 2010
Sold by
Rubenstein Inga and Rubenstein Keith
Bought by
8 East 62Nd Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 2007
Sold by
8 East 62Nd Street Llc
Bought by
Rubenstein Inga and Rubenstein Keith

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$17,500,000
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $55,000,000 --
Deed $48,000,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $35,000,000 --
Deed $35,000,000 --
Deed $35,000,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $17,500,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/23/2026 02/23/26 Sold $55,000,000 -4.3% $3,710 / Sq Ft
02/23/2026 02/23/26 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2026 02/02/26 For Sale $57,500,000 +19.8% $3,879 / Sq Ft
12/13/2022 12/13/22 Off Market $48,000,000 -- --
09/13/2022 09/13/22 Sold $48,000,000 -26.2% $3,238 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/10/2020 09/10/20 For Sale $65,000,000 -- $4,384 / 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 $341,221 $1,800,815 $346,716 $1,454,099
2024 $341,221 $1,698,883 $405,000 $1,348,967
2023 $325,496 $1,602,720 $311,329 $1,291,391
2022 $285,481 $1,706,460 $405,000 $1,301,460
2021 $318,200 $1,618,800 $405,000 $1,213,800
2020 $317,649 $1,736,460 $405,000 $1,331,460
2019 $296,158 $1,785,000 $405,000 $1,380,000
2018 $272,262 $1,335,600 $300,030 $1,035,570
2017 $256,851 $1,260,000 $302,540 $957,460
2016 $251,887 $1,260,000 $257,158 $1,002,842
2015 $95,576 $1,250,566 $373,943 $876,623
2014 $95,576 $1,179,780 $423,325 $756,455
Source: Public Records

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Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS20069734

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 1376-0065

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