157 E 65th St New York City, NY 10065

$11,950,000
5 beds
4 full, 2 partial
6,000 sqft
$1,992 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 157 E 65th St

<p>COVETED CORNER HOUSE ON JONES WOOD SECRET GARDEN</p> <p>Welcome to 157 East 65th Street, the largest and most coveted corner house on Jones Wood, an exclusive 110' x 80' European-style private garden created in the 1920s. Jones Wood is the only private townhouse garden association on the Upper East Side. 157 is one of just 12 single family homes exclusively situated around this secret garden. This 6,000 square-foot, gut-renovated townhouse with elevator is in triple-mint condition and provides generous living spaces across 6 immaculately-renovated levels, including a finished basement with gym, all accessible via modern elevator. The 5-bedroom property stands on a picturesque, tree-lined street, and features numerous modern amenities such as: multiple oversized exposures, rift-sawn oak floors, automated lighting, radiant heating, a surround-sound system, full gym, digital-access video alarm, key-fob entry, and a full bar perfect for entertaining.</p> <p>Garden Level: Welcome guests through the main entrance for direct access to living space, or through the convenient service entrance leading into a thoughtfully designed foyer with seating and storage for shoes and coats. A fully-equipped chef's kitchen with radiant-headed floors serves the picturesque dining room which features a wood-burning fireplace and overlooks the expansive and verdant garden. Elevator access and a marble-clad powder room are located centrally.</p> <p>Parlor Level: Enjoy grand living and open entertaining space, floor-to-ceiling glass with exposures of the garden, a full bar, and a tranquil library with custom shelving and cabinetry.</p> <p>Third Level: The primary suite provides a gracious living space and welcomes bright light via four large windows overlooking the garden. Off the bedroom lies a marble bathroom with soaking tub, shower, dual vanity, and vibrant mosaic tiling with radiant heating. Adjacent is a large dressing room. The front room on this floor can be used as additional sleeping space, a luxurious wardrobe, sitting room, or office.</p> <p>Fourth Level: The two bedrooms on this level both feature high ceilings, walk-in closets, and en-suite bathrooms with radiant heating, and bright exposures to the north and south.</p> <p>Fifth Level: The top floor of the townhouse offers two distinct spaces, each with their own terrace. A large bedroom overlooks the garden, and an airy loft space with skylight, which can function as a home office or auxiliary sleeping area, leads to a larger terrace perched amongst the trees overlooking the large mansion across the street.</p> <p>Lower Level: Fully-finished and spacious, the lower level houses the full-height gym, technology infrastructure, mechanical and storage room, laundry room, and additional powder room.</p> <p>Inquire for a private showing.</p>

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size6,000 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1899
MLS #RLS10970770
FireplaceOther
ViewOther

Summary

  • MLS Number: RLS10970770
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (212) 891-7000
  • Office Email: rferrari@elliman.com
  • Listing Agent: George Vanderploeg
  • Agent Phone: (917) 301-0158

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Nearby schools

9

P.S. 267 East Side Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.1 mi

213 E 63rd St

8

P.S. 183 Robert L. Stevenson School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

419 E 66th St

8

P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

231 E 56th St # 249

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

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Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $165,625. Residents of New York City, NY typically earn $200k+ each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

6%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
21%
100k-200k
44%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

60%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

7%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
34%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
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About 157 E 65th St

This home is located at 157 E 65th St in New York City, NY and zip code 10065 in the Upper East Side neighborhood. This 6,000 square foot home was built in 1899. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 17, 2024 and is currently priced at $11,950,000.

In January 2025 more than 208 listings in New York City, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 890 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 759 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in New York City, NY decreased by 3.4% between December and January 2025. While the average time on the market in January 2025 was 79 days, the median list price was $862,270.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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