$8,700,000

159 E 71st St New York City, NY 10021

7 beds
5 full, 1 partial
Townhouse

Property details

About 159 E 71st St

Located on one of the Upper East Side's most exceptional townhouse blocks, a few houses down from where the iconic film "Breakfast at Tiffany's" was shot, this exquisite four-story townhouse exudes sophistication with its 20-foot width and graceful architectural features. The property at 159 East 71st Street, constructed in 1880, has a rich history. It was once owned by the acclaimed pianist and band leader Peter Duchin, who was well known for hosting spectacular parties at the house, and also had the distinction of being the site of Mayor Koch's inauguration twice. 159 East 71st Street is in great condition with charming character and abundant natural light throughout. The house comprises a total of 11 rooms, which include six bedrooms, a maid's room, five full bathrooms, and one powder room. The garden level boasts a spacious eat-in kitchen that leads to an open living and dining area that looks out to a generously sized, landscaped garden. There is also a maid's room and full bathroom on this level. The parlor floor boasts high ceilings with a spacious living room in the front and an elegant wood paneled library in the rear that overlooks the garden below. Furthermore, there is a powder room and a wet bar on this floor for convenience when entertaining. The third floor features a primary bedroom with three large south-facing windows, a spacious dressing area with ample closet space and an ensuite bathroom along with another bedroom or office with an ensuite bathroom. Finally, the fourth floor houses four bedrooms and two bathrooms. This magnificent home is perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Its coveted location in one of the Upper East Side's most desirable neighborhoods provides easy access to top-rated schools, exceptional restaurants, shops, art galleries, and world-class museums.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
StatusActive
Year built1880
MLS #RLS11009635

Summary

  • MLS Number: RLS11009635
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc
  • Office Phone: (212) 371-8200
  • Listing Agent: Jed H Garfield
  • Agent Phone: (212) 574-6980

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Nearby schools

9

P.S. 267 East Side Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

213 E 63rd St

8

P.S. 183 Robert L. Stevenson School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

419 E 66th St

9

P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

45 E 81st St Frnt 1

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

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $188,636. Most New York City, NY residents have annual incomes $200k+. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

8%
<35k
18%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
46%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

46%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
8%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
43%
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
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
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About 159 E 71st St

This home is located at 159 E 71st St in New York City, NY and zip code 10021 in the Upper East Side neighborhood. Features: 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 1, 2024 and is currently priced at $8,700,000.

In February 2025 more than 189 listings in New York City, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 682 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 627 were sold below. In February 2025 in New York City, NY there were 3.1% less homes for sale than in January. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 130 days, the median list price was $867,439.

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

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