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51 West 73rd Street
Townhouse located in Upper West Side, between Central Park West & Columbus Avenue
$10,850,000
($1,550 per ft2)
| 7 beds, 6+ baths | Approx. 7,000 ft2
137 days on Market
Townhouse Facts
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Year Built: 1885Minimum Down: 20%Total Floors: 4Listed: Jul 2, 2024Last Price Change: ($850,000) on Sep 6Days on Market: 137Building Type: TownhouseNeighborhood: Central Park West (Manhattan)Listing viewed 237 times
Monthly Real Estate Taxes:
$6,285
Total Taxes & Fees:
$6,285
($0.90/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage:
$57,573
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Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost:
$63,858
($9.12/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($2,170,000),
which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.
Insider Highlights
- Prime Location: The property is in close proximity to Central Park’s boat house, walking paths, zoo, and playgrounds, making it an ideal location for families or those who enjoy outdoor activities.
- Historic and Spacious: This historic townhouse, built in 1885 by renowned architect Henry Hardenbergh, offers approximately 7,000 square feet of living space. It is located in the highly sought-after Central Park West neighborhood and is the only apartment in the building, ensuring a high level of privacy.
- Ample Living Space: The property features 7 bedrooms and 6+ bathrooms, a grand vestibule with a wood-burning fireplace, a formal dining room with 13’ ceilings, and a large eat-in kitchen. The primary suite and study are located on the third floor, with additional bedrooms and a versatile space for a playroom, reading room, or home office on the upper floors.
- Outdoor and Additional Features: The property includes a private backyard perfect for al fresco dining or relaxation, a full basement for additional storage or living space, and a well-sized elevator for easy access to all floors. There is also a staff suite with a separate entrance, large windows, and a private bath.
- Modern Comforts: Despite its historic charm, the property has been updated with modern comforts such as a newly-installed multiple zone air conditioning and a new electrical system.
- Preserved Historic Charm: The pre-war townhouse has been well-maintained and incorporates many original features, such as wood-framed windows with original shutters, a striking original stained glass window in the primary suite, and 12’ ceilings.
Description
Welcome Home to 51 WEST 73RD STREET, an exceptional blend of authentic history and contemporary style, located just off Central Park.
A Gilded Age treasure (built circa 1885), 51 WEST 73RD STREET was designed by Henry Hardenbergh, the renowned architect of The Dakota and the Waldorf and Astoria hotels, this stately five-story home Townhouse incorporates many of his signature touches, like the generous use of brick and stone, a striking Mansard roof and German Renaissance detail.
Ascend up the high stoop with ornate stone hand railings and enter through dramatic carved doors. In the grand vestibule on the Parlor Floor, you will discover a wood-burning fireplace, entry closet and Powder Room.
On either side of the Foyer the Living Room and formal Dining Room present themselves, each with 13’ ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, intricate moldings, and enormous wood-framed windows, complete with original shutters, inviting beautiful light.
The sweeping mahogany staircase or the well sized elevator will lead you to the third floor, where you will find the Primary Suite and Study highlighted by a striking original stained glass window, 12’ ceiling, beautifully proportioned rooms and excellent closets.
Continue on to the fourth floor and two additional Bedrooms ensuite, with tall ceilings and streaming sunshine.
The fifth floor offers three additional Bedrooms, two additional Baths and the Playroom - Reading Room - Home Office.
At the Garden level, the large Eat-in Kitchen features abundant cabinetry, pantry, and counter space. The Kitchen has been designed to host a round table seating 8 people for informal dining, or tall glass doors out to the deep and lushly planted private backyard, perfect for al fresco dining or simply relaxing at any time of day.
The garden level also includes a convenient Powder Room, and an additional staff Suite with separate entrance, large windows and private Bath, providing all the additional space you may desire.
To enhance your enjoyment of this beautiful the home offers a full Basement, newly-installed multiple zone air conditioning, and a new electrical system.
51 WEST 73rd STREET is ideally located in one of NYC’s most sought after neighborhoods, known for its tree lined streets, historic homes and residential beauty. Mere steps away are Central Park’s boat house, walking paths, zoo and playgrounds, though you may be tempted never to leave your own beautiful streetscape. 51 West 73rd offers a welcome refuge from a busy urban life.
A Gilded Age treasure (built circa 1885), 51 WEST 73RD STREET was designed by Henry Hardenbergh, the renowned architect of The Dakota and the Waldorf and Astoria hotels, this stately five-story home Townhouse incorporates many of his signature touches, like the generous use of brick and stone, a striking Mansard roof and German Renaissance detail.
Ascend up the high stoop with ornate stone hand railings and enter through dramatic carved doors. In the grand vestibule on the Parlor Floor, you will discover a wood-burning fireplace, entry closet and Powder Room.
On either side of the Foyer the Living Room and formal Dining Room present themselves, each with 13’ ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, intricate moldings, and enormous wood-framed windows, complete with original shutters, inviting beautiful light.
The sweeping mahogany staircase or the well sized elevator will lead you to the third floor, where you will find the Primary Suite and Study highlighted by a striking original stained glass window, 12’ ceiling, beautifully proportioned rooms and excellent closets.
Continue on to the fourth floor and two additional Bedrooms ensuite, with tall ceilings and streaming sunshine.
The fifth floor offers three additional Bedrooms, two additional Baths and the Playroom - Reading Room - Home Office.
At the Garden level, the large Eat-in Kitchen features abundant cabinetry, pantry, and counter space. The Kitchen has been designed to host a round table seating 8 people for informal dining, or tall glass doors out to the deep and lushly planted private backyard, perfect for al fresco dining or simply relaxing at any time of day.
The garden level also includes a convenient Powder Room, and an additional staff Suite with separate entrance, large windows and private Bath, providing all the additional space you may desire.
To enhance your enjoyment of this beautiful the home offers a full Basement, newly-installed multiple zone air conditioning, and a new electrical system.
51 WEST 73rd STREET is ideally located in one of NYC’s most sought after neighborhoods, known for its tree lined streets, historic homes and residential beauty. Mere steps away are Central Park’s boat house, walking paths, zoo and playgrounds, though you may be tempted never to leave your own beautiful streetscape. 51 West 73rd offers a welcome refuge from a busy urban life.
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Building Amenities
- Pre War
Listing courtesy of
Corcoran Group
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