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Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate
$ 12,500,000
Est. payment | /mo
6 Beds
6 Baths
5,760 SqFt
$ 12,500,000
Est. payment | /mo
6 Beds
6 Baths
5,760 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,760 sqft
Price per Sqft $2,170
Subdivision Upper East Side
MLS Listing ID RLS20115265
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1901
Annual Tax Amount $150,540
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
44 East 81st Street presents a rare opportunity to acquire an architecturally significant, exceptionally tall 20-foot-wide one-unit townhouse on one of the Upper East Side's most distinguished residential blocks, ideally positioned between Park and Madison Avenues.Its commanding red-brick facade, articulated with substantial limestone detailing, gives the residence an unusually handsome and distinguished street presence. The combination of width, height, architectural character and scale immediately sets the house apart from more conventional Upper East Side townhouses.Spanning approximately 5,760 square feet of interior living space across five stories, with an additional cellar and approximately 764 square feet of outdoor space, the residence offers exceptional volume and flexibility. The existing layout includes six bedrooms plus an office, five full baths and two powder rooms, together with an elevator, and a beautifully proportioned sequence of formal and private rooms.One of the house's defining qualities is its remarkable vertical scale. Notably high ceilings extend throughout the five principal floors, creating an extraordinary sense of volume, light and grandeur rarely found even among substantial Manhattan townhouses. Original architectural details include handsome wood paneling, intricate moldings, multiple fireplaces and beautifully proportioned rooms that reflect the craftsmanship and residential elegance of an earlier era.The parlor level is particularly impressive, with expansive living and reception rooms, dramatic ceiling heights and a glass-enclosed sunroom overlooking the rear garden. Generous windows throughout the residence bring in natural light while preserving the intimacy, privacy and sense of permanence associated with a classic Manhattan townhouse.The upper floors continue the same sense of scale, offering generously proportioned bedrooms and substantial private living spaces. The primary suite includes a large dressing area with custom built-ins, a fireplace and French doors opening to a Juliet balcony. Additional bedrooms, dedicated office space and abundant storage provide considerable flexibility for a variety of lifestyles and uses.The south-facing private garden is another defining feature. Established greenery and established greenery create a secluded urban sanctuary, while a glass-enclosed garden room opens toward the outdoor space. A spiral stair connects the upper terrace to the landscaped courtyard below, creating a layered indoor-outdoor environment that is particularly rare in the heart of Manhattan.Located just moments from The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park, Museum Mile and Madison Avenue, 44 East 81st Street occupies an exceptional position within one of Manhattan's most culturally rich and enduring residential neighborhoods, surrounded by world-class museums, restaurants, boutiques and architecture.Offered in its current condition, the residence presents a singular opportunity to create a highly personalized Upper East Side home while preserving the extraordinary width, height, proportions, architectural character and presence that make 44 East 81st Street so distinctive.The property may also offer meaningful unused development rights, providing the next owner with additional flexibility to expand or further reimagine the residence, subject to confirmation by the purchaser's architect and all applicable zoning, building and landmark approvals.
Location
State NY
County New York
Rooms
Basement Other
Interior
Interior Features Smoke Free
Cooling Other
Fireplaces Number 7
Fireplaces Type Bedroom, Library
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Washer Dryer Allowed
Laundry Building Other, In Unit
Exterior
Exterior Feature Garden, Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft
Pool Building None
View Y/N No
View Other
Porch None
Private Pool Yes
Building
Dwelling Type Townhouse
Story 5
New Construction No
Others
Tax ID 1492-0045
Ownership None
Monthly Total Fees $12, 545
Special Listing Condition Standard
Pets Allowed Building Yes, No
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