#RLS20032505, Richard D Pretsfelder, Listing office: Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc

116 W 74th St New York City, NY 10023
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About 116 W 74th St
<p>A Stately and Stunning 4-Unit Limestone Townhouse Surrounded by the Best of New York's Culture</p> <p>All Units are Free-Market - Situated on a 20x102" Lot - Building Setup Available</p> <p>Built in 1887, the Edmund P. Shelby house retains much of its pre-war detail on both the interior and exterior with beautiful Gothic, Queen Anne, and Moorish facade elements. The interiors feature hand-carved mahogany wood, four fireplaces, crown molding, hardwood floors, exposed brick, historic light fixtures, and decorative windows.</p> <p>Positioned on the south side of West 74th Street, all five floors receive an abundance of natural sunlight and feature ceiling heights that stretch between 11'6" and 13" throughout the four units. The property has been wonderfully maintained under the same stewardship for five decades-- with the mechanicals, plumbing, electric, and roofing all being updated in recent years.</p> <p>Offering an ideal and straightforward floor plan for end-users, pied a terre owners and investors, this home can remain as an income-generating asset or be converted into a 2-unit or 3-unit property, or transformed into a single-family townhouse.</p> <p>All 4 units are in great condition, and additional information can be found on the set up: </p> <p> <strong>UNIT 1:</strong> Garden Duplex + Cellar 3BD 2BA</p> <p>The owner's duplex features grand pre-war detail and ornamentation, 12'8" ceilings, central AC on the parlor level, access to the backyard from both the living room and primary suite, washer/dryer, oversized windows, mahogany paneling, crown molding, original floors, historic light fixtures, and surround sound. The primary bedroom offers an ensuite bathroom, mahogany-lined closets, and ample space for a dressing room, sitting area or office.</p> <p>UNIT 2: Full-Floor 2BD 1BA</p> <p>A beautiful and serene apartment with tree-lined views, 11'6" ceiling heights, oversized windows, direct sunlight, and a fireplace. The kitchen is equipped with a Sub-Zero refrigerator and dishwasher.</p> <p>UNIT 3: Full-Floor 2BD 1BA</p> <p>Filled with character, this home offers 12'3" ceiling heights, tree-lined views, and charming exposed brick with a brick fireplace. The custom-shaped windows create a lovely contrast between the interior architecture and the streetscape. The kitchen is equipped with a Sub-Zero refrigerator and dishwasher.</p> <p>UNIT 4: Full-Floor 2BD 1BA</p> <p>Featuring a large skylight and oversized windows, this stunning space has 12'6" ceilings, exposed brick, treetop views, and a brick fireplace. The kitchen is equipped with a Sub-Zero refrigerator and dishwasher.</p> <p>One of the most sought-after blocks on the Upper West Side, this charming townhouse sits on the same street as Levain Bakery, Leyla, Patsy's, Crumbl, Omakase Shihou, and Salumeria Rosi, and is surrounded by supermarkets including Trader Joe's, Morton Williams, and Pioneer. The surrounding area is rich with culture, as the Beacon Theatre, Museum of Natural History, and the New York Historical Society are all just moments away. Both Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues are lined with cafes, bars, speakeasies, retail and thrift shops. Access to the 1, 2, 3, B, and C subway lines are within two blocks.</p>
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Basement: No
- Interior: Smoke Free
- Fireplace: Other
- Total Bedroom Count: 9
- View: Other
- Exterior: Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $6,500,000
- Price/SqFt: $972
- Year Built: 1910
- Living Area: 6,683 SqFt
- MLS Number: RLS20026695
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
- Office Phone: (212) 891-7000
- Listing Agent: McKenzie Ryan
- Agent Phone: (917) 858-1828
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Nearby schools
8
P.S. 87 William Sherman School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•160 W 78th St
8
P.S. 199 Jessie Isador Straus School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•270 W 70th St
8
P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson School
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•100 W 84th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $71,917. The most common annual income of people living in New York City, NY is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 116 W 74th St
The listing price of 116 W 74th St property is $6,500,000.
The property 116 W 74th St is a multi located in New York City, New York, 10023.
Active Listing: 116 W 74th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 116 W 74th St are: P.S. 87 William Sherman School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 199 Jessie Isador Straus School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Middle School 245 Computer School (The) (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Anderson School (The) (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Middle School 247 Dual Language Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Special Music School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), High School for Law, Advocacy and Community Justice (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Urban Assembly School for Media Studies (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
The property 116 W 74th St is 6,683 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 116 W 74th St is 1910.
This home is located at 116 W 74th St in New York City, NY and zip code 10023 in the Upper West Side neighborhood. This 6,683 square foot home was built in 1910. Features: 9 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $6,500,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in New York City, NY there were more than 207 sold above asking price, over 737 sold below and more than 936 were sold right at the asked price. In May 2025 in New York City, NY there were 0.3% more homes for sale than in April. In May 2025 median list price was $875,081 and the average listing age was 121 days.