251 E 71st Street, Manhattan, NY 10021
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Awaye Realty
251 E 71st Street,Manhattan, NY 10021
$5,750,000
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 4,736 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by: richard d pretsfelder, jed h garfield, caylyn sullivan, sophie smadbeck
Office: leslie j garfield & co inc
MLS#:RLS20036222
Source:NY_REBNY
Price summary
- Price:$5,750,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,214.1
About this home
<p>Offered for the first time in decades, 251 East 71st Street is a one-of-a-kind townhouse that combines historic New York roots with a bold mid-century architectural statement. Originally constructed as a traditional brownstone in the 19th century, the building underwent a visionary redesign in 1969 by architect Maurice Medcalfe of Hills & Medcalfe. Medcalfe transformed the faade into a modernist icon with its smooth stucco exterior and signature convex oval windows a sculptural interpretation of the classic bay window that floods the interiors with natural light while offering a striking presence on the block. Inside, the home offers approximately 4,736 square feet across four stories plus a basement, currently configured with 4 bedrooms, an office, and 5 bathrooms, all in need of renovation. An office occupies the garden level, providing flexibility for live/work use, while the upper floors feature generously proportioned rooms ready to be reimagined for modern living. The home sits on a quiet, tree-lined block in Lenox Hill moments from Central Park, acclaimed restaurants, boutiques, and convenient transit. A rare opportunity to own an iconic piece of New York City architecture, 251 East 71st Street stands out as a testament to originality and craftsmanship, ideal for a discerning buyer who values history, design, and individuality.</p>
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Home facts
- Year built:1899
- Listing ID #:RLS20036222
- Added:231 day(s) ago
- Updated:February 27, 2026 at 08:39 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:5
- Full bathrooms:5
- Rooms Total:10
- Basement:Yes
- Living area:4,736 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1899
- Building area:4,736 sq. ft.
- Levels:1 Story
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$5,750,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,214.1
- Tax amount:$68,928
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