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· Closed May 24, 2021

235 E 31ST Street #House

$5,200,000

235 E 31ST Street #House

Kips Bay, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10802259

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

6

Bedrooms

4.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1901

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 5 full, 1 half
Lot Size 1,975 sq ft
Year Built 1901
Neighborhood Kips Bay

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1901)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 13
Baths 4 Full, 1 Half
Pets Yes
Year Built 1901
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 1,975 sq ft
Parcel # 0912-0020

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 21, 2021 $5,200,000 -
Currently May 6, 2026 $5,200,000 -

Description

GRAND ITALIANTE. First offering in 67 years. SET UP: Parlor Floor Enter the parlor floor up the classic townhouse staircase, through the tiled vestibule and double entry doors. This floor is comprised of parlor, dining room and eat-in chef's kitchen, all with 12 foot ceiling heights. The kitchen opens to an expansive deck with stairs to the deep garden. Extensive plaster and mahogany moldings and 2 original marble deco fireplaces grace this floor. Second Floor Continue up the rebuilt original stair to the very large primary bedroom, bathroom with window, and sitting room with an original marble deco fireplace. Original moldings remain and there is generous storage. Third Floor This floor has two large square bedrooms, a bathroom and two walk-in fitted closets, and a separate laundry room. There are two more original marble deco fireplaces in the bedrooms and original moldings are intact. Fourth Floor The top floor has two large square bedrooms, one small bedroom, a playroom with a skylight, and a large windowed bathroom. There are two original marble deco fireplaces in the large bedrooms and original moldings remain. There is a lovely oculus at the top of the staircase. Garden Floor Enter the garden floor through a separate entrance under the stoop. This floor is ZONED COMMERCIAL and has been occupied by a telephone answering service, a dermatologist and an architect. There is a closed off stair remaining that leads to the parlor floor. This floor could be rented out for additional income, used as a separate staff apartment or joined again to the upper four floors. There is access to the garden from the back room. Basement The large full height dry basement contains mechanicals and extensive space for storage.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Exterior Features

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Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 1
Stories 4
Style Prewar

Kips Bay is a relaxed and highly convenient residential neighborhood located on the East Side of Manhattan. Known for its mix of mid-century high-rises and historic brick townhouses, it offers a more approachable price point than its neighbors to the north and south. Residents enjoy proximity to the East River Esplanade, a variety of local dining options, and easy access to the city's major medical centers and Midtown business hubs.

Kips Bay Live Market Data

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Active Listings

131

Median Asking Price

$850K

Median $/Sqft

$1,471

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

10

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

21

Median Sale Price

$800K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/6/26, 4:44 AM EST

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235 E 31ST Street #House, Kips Bay, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1901
Year Built
125 years old
4
Floors
2
Residential Units
R7B
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $448,260
Land Value: $261,780
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 1,975 SF
Building Area: 5,506 SF
Built FAR: 2.79
Allowed FAR: 3

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

This property has 6 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1901, making it approximately 125 years old.

Pets are permitted at this property. 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: RLS10802259
First Listed: 4/21/2021
Price Changed: 4/21/2021
Closed: 5/24/2021
Contract Date: 4/21/2021

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Jane Forman

Listing Contact: (212) 431-2450

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