Pending For Sale • Single Family Residence

$5,750,000

$1,214 per sq ft

251 E 71ST Street

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20036222

Listing by Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc

4

Bedrooms

5

Baths

4,736

Sq. Ft.

1899

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4

Bathrooms 5

Living Area 4,736 sq ft

Lot Size 1,890.15 sq ft

Year Built 1899

Ownership None

Property Taxes $68,928/yr

Neighborhood Lenox Hill

Floor 1 of 1

Property Highlights

• Views: Other
• Fireplace: 1 fireplace
• Character: Pre-war building (1899)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence

Ownership None

Total Rooms 10

Baths 5 Full

Floor 1 of 1

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Pets Yes

Year Built 1899

Living Area 4,736 sq ft

Structure Type Townhouse

Furnished Unfurnished

Basement Other

Lot Size 1,890.15 sq ft

Parcel # 1426-0118

Block/Lot 01426/0118

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 faade 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.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Smoke Free In Unit Fireplace (1)

Building Amenities

Green Building

Building Information

Total Units 1

Stories 1

Structure Townhouse

Financial Details

RE Taxes $68,928/yr ($5,744/mo)

About Lenox Hill

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Lenox Hill offers a sophisticated blend of residential tranquility and cosmopolitan convenience. As one of the most coveted sections of the Upper East Side, the neighborhood is defined by its proximity to Central Park, world-class medical institutions, and the high-end boutiques of Madison Avenue. The housing stock here is wide-ranging, from palatial pre-war cooperatives to sleek, modern condominiums that offer sweeping views of the East River and the city skyline.

Lenox Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

569

Median Asking Price

$1.55M

Median $/Sqft

$1,426

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

35

Price Reduced

33%

Sold (30 Days)

70

Median Sale Price

$1.40M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/11/26, 7:26 PM EST

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251 E 71ST Street, Lenox Hill, New York County

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MLS® ID: RLS20036222

First Listed: 7/10/2025

On Market: 7/9/2025

Price Changed: 7/10/2025

Pending Since: 1/29/2026

Contract Date: 7/9/2025

Listing Courtesy of Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc - Richard D Pretsfelder

Listing Contact: (212) 371-8200

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