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251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
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251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
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251 East 71st Street

Upper East Side | NY
Third Avenue & Second Avenue

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$ 5,750,000
Building For Sale
Property Type
Active
Status
10
Rooms
4,736/440
ASF/ASM
$ 68,928
Real Estate Taxes [Per Annum]
  • 251 East 71st Street
  • $ 5,750,000
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021

Building Details

251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
Single Family
Ownership
Townhouse
Building Type
None
Service Level
1426/118
Block/Lot
18'x64'
Building Size
18'x102'
Lot Size
R8B
Zoning
1899
Year Built
4/1
Floors/Apts

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251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021

Floor Plan

251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021

Description

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 façade 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.
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 façade 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.

Listing Courtesy of Garfield, Leslie J. & Co., Inc.

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251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021

Contact

License Licensed As: Chad Kessler
Chad Kessler

Chad Kessler

License Licensed As: Chad Kessler

Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker

W: 718-499-2000 [ext 40]
M: 646-642-2423
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