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135 W 70TH Street #1C
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$1,295,000

135 W 70TH Street #1C

Lincoln Square, Manhattan

The Pythian

MLS® #RLS20008340

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

2.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half
Year Built 1928
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $2,154/mo
Property Taxes Contact for details
Neighborhood Lincoln Square
Floor 1 of 11

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Style: Loft architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1928)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 6
Baths 2 Full, 1 Half
Floor 1 of 11
View City
Pets Yes
Year Built 1928
Architectural Style Loft
Basement Other
Parcel # 1142-1003
Block/Lot 01142/1142

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 13, 2026 $1,495,000 -
Price Reduced Jan 20, 2026 $1,395,000 -6.7%
Currently May 4, 2026 $1,295,000 -7.2%

Description

A unique and spacious, extremely quiet, lofted triplex in the historic pre-war Pythian condominium.

Three floors of endless possibilities!

Enter into a lovely foyer, which opens to the upstairs loft. You'll feel as if you you entered into your own private townhouse within an iconic luxury building. Next you'll find a fully equipped kitchen with passthrough which leads to a large dining and living room featuring beautiful herringbone hardwood floors. The large glass windows and separate patio door opens to a spacious private patio ready and waiting for your springtime plantings and a great spot for your morning coffee or an extension of the large living room for entertaining.

Upstairs includes large bedroom suite with built in closet and shelving, access to a private terrace, and separate dressing room including abundant closets and en suite bath.

The lower level of this apartment which features 13 feet ceilings includes an office/media room/or guest room with 3 large closets and additional storage above, another full bath and second entrance to the apartment.

Central air throughout the entire triplex.

The Pythian offers full time door staff, a live-in Superintendent, a newly updated gym, newly renovated laundry room, childrens playroom and bike storage, the pythian is pet friendly.

Located between two of New York's iconic parks- one and a half blocks to Central Park and two blocks to Riverside Park.

The Pythian is centrally located on Manhattan's popular Upper West Side/Lincoln Square area and convenient to many of New York's cultural options including the Metropolitan Opera and other constituencies of Lincoln Center, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and the Shops At Columbus Circle. Many additional small shops, boutiques and sidewalk cafes and restaurants along Columbus Avenue, Amsterdam Avenue, and Broadway including Fairway, Citarella, WholeFoods, Trader Joe's and the soon-to-be grand opening of Wegmans.

Transportation options nearby are the #1, 2, 3, A, B, C and D trains are very convenient, also nearby are many bus options including cross town at West 72nd street or West 65th street and easy driving access to the West Side Highway. Convenient parking garage just up the street.

The Pythian was built in 1927 as a lodge for the Knights of Pythias and years later, for many years used a recording studio.

Today this beautiful building includes 83 luxury condominium apartments. Photos: Virtually staged.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building In Basement

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Under60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Elevators

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $2,154/mo
RE Taxes Contact for details
Original Price $1,495,000
Previous Price $1,395,000

Lincoln Square sits at the crossroads of Broadway and Columbus Avenue, anchored by Lincoln Center and bordered by Central Park to the east and Riverside Park to the west. The housing stock features luxury doorman condominiums, established pre-war cooperatives, and full-service residential towers, with the 1 and 2 trains at 66th Street providing direct subway access. Residents enjoy proximity to Columbus Circle, world-class performing arts venues, and two of Manhattan's signature green spaces.

Lincoln Square Live Market Data

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Active Listings

288

Median Asking Price

$1.99M

Median $/Sqft

$1,870

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

12

Price Reduced

36%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.68M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 1:49 AM EST

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Location

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135 W 70TH Street #1C, Lincoln Square, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1927
Year Built
99 years old
7
Floors
87
Residential Units
R8B
Zoning District
Condominiums Historic District: Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $14,249,695
Land Value: $2,612,248
Exemptions: $33,050

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 11,247 SF
Building Area: 98,110 SF
Built FAR: 8.72
Allowed FAR: 4

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $2,154 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1928, making it approximately 98 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property: Pets Allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Pets Allowed. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS20008340
First Listed: 3/11/2025
On Market: 3/13/2026
Price Changed: 1/20/2026
Contract Date: 3/11/2025

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Joseph A Olshefski

Listing Contact: (646) 345-9164

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

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