#RLS11023300, Serena Boardman, Listing office: Sothebys International Realty

48 W 85th St New York City, NY 10024
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About 48 W 85th St
Welcome to 48 West 85th Street — a stunning, newly renovated triple mint single-family townhouse located on a tree-lined Central Park block. This six-story home plus finished roof deck combines timeless Upper West Side charm with sleek, modern luxury. An elevator serves every floor, including the rooftop. Through the classic stoop entryway, the parlor level offers grand living and formal dining rooms, perfect for entertaining. This level also includes a beautifully appointed butler’s kitchen, complete with warming drawers, a wet bar, and a wine cooler — ideal for hosting. Downstairs, the garden level features a casual secondary entrance with a mudroom, a family room, and a bright eat-in kitchen outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances and finishes, including Dornbracht hardware, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and separate Sub-Zero freezer, a 48-inch Wolf gas rangetop, and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open to a beautifully landscaped private garden with built-in BBQ. The third floor is dedicated to the primary suite, complete with a terrace, generous closets, and an adjoining office or sixth bedroom with a full ensuite bath. The primary bathroom is finished in luxurious Italian tilework and marble, creating a serene, spa-like retreat. On the fourth floor, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, plus a fully equipped laundry room with folding area and ample storage. The fifth floor offers two more luxurious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms—one with a private terrace—and a flexible bonus space ideal for a playroom, lounge, or home office. The excavated basement includes a gym/media room with a skylight, a temperature-controlled wine cellar, and a second laundry room. Perfectly located just steps from Central Park, this home offers the best of Upper West Side living, with thoughtful design, high-end finishes, and every modern convenience.
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- Partial Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 6
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Den, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Smart Home, Soaking Tub, Smart Thermostat, Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Family/Living/Great Room, Primary Bedroom
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- List Price: $21,750,000
- Price/SqFt: $2,718
- HOA Amount: $0 Monthly
- Year Built: 1886
- Living Area: 8,000 SqFt
- MLS Number: RLS20022664
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc
- Office Phone: (212) 371-8200
- Listing Agent: Richard D Pretsfelder
- Agent Phone: (212) 371-8200
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Nearby schools
8
P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson School
Public District PK-5
0.1 mi
•100 W 84th St
8
P.S. 166 The Richard Rodgers School of The Arts and Technology
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•132 W 89th St
7
P.S. 84 Lillian Weber School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•32 W 92nd 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 $115,711. The most common annual income of people living in New York City, NY is between $100k-200k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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About 48 W 85th St
The listing price of 48 W 85th St property is $21,750,000.
The property 48 W 85th St is a house located in New York City, New York, 10024.
Active Listing: 48 W 85th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 48 W 85th St are: P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 166 The Richard Rodgers School of The Arts and Technology (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), P.S. 84 Lillian Weber School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Middle School 243 Center School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Success Academy Charter School-Upper West (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Middle School 247 Dual Language Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Urban Assembly School for Green Careers (The) (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Global Learning Collaborative (The) (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Frank Mccourt High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
The property at 48 W 85th St has 6 bedrooms and 6 full and 3 half bathrooms.
The property 48 W 85th St is 8,000 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 48 W 85th St is 1886.
This home is located at 48 W 85th St in New York City, NY and zip code 10024 in the Upper West Side neighborhood. This 8,000 square foot home was built in 1886. Features: 6 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $21,750,000.
In July 2025, from all listings sold in New York City, NY there were more than 263 sold above asking price, over 785 sold below and more than 1044 were sold right at the asked price. In July 2025 in New York City, NY there were 4.5% less homes for sale than in June. The median list price of listings available in July 2025 was $885,713, while the average time on the real estate market was 93 days.