Closed For Sale • Triplex

$5,250,000

$983 per sq ft

38 E 73rd Street

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20046328

Listing by Compass

7

Bedrooms

6

Baths

5,340

Sq. Ft.

1899

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 7

Bathrooms 6

Living Area 5,340 sq ft

Year Built 1899

Ownership None

Property Taxes $122,904/yr

Neighborhood Lenox Hill

Floor 1 of 5

Property Highlights

• Style: WalkUp architecture
• Character: Pre-war building (1899)

Property Details

Type Triplex

Ownership None

Total Rooms 14

Baths 6 Full

Floor 1 of 5

Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk

Year Built 1899

Living Area 5,340 sq ft

Architectural Style WalkUp

Structure Type Triplex

Furnished Unfurnished

Parcel # 1387-0049

Block/Lot 01387/0049

Description

Upper East Side Townhouse – Rare Opportunity An exceptional opportunity awaits at 38 East 73rd Street, a five-story townhouse with over 5,300 square feet of living space. This property offers the blank canvas to design and complete your dream home in one of Manhattan’s most sought-after neighborhoods. 38 East 73rd is a Neo-Grec/Queen Anne style townhouse built in 1899 and designed by Charles Buek & Co,. A renowned architect of the day that designed homes for New York’s Elite primarily focusing on Upper East Side townhouses. This townhouse is nestled on a quintessential picturesque tree lined street. Property Overview Size: Approx. 5,340 sq. ft. Lot Dimensions: 17’ x 82’ Building Depth: 60’ Layout: 7 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms | 2 powder rooms Zoning: C5-1 (Special Madison Preservation District) – allows residential, commercial, and community facility use Status: Landmark within the Upper East Side Historic District Situated between Madison and Park Avenue, this townhouse offers a rare combination of privacy and convenience. Just one block from Central Park. Outside your door are luxury boutiques along Madison Avenue, world-class galleries, and Manhattan’s finest dining, the home is perfectly positioned at the heart of the Upper East Side. 38 East 73rd Street is a rare find—priced below market value to attract motivated buyers. With its landmark status, historic character, and unmatched location, this property is an ideal canvas for creating a truly bespoke Upper East Side residence.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

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Building Amenities

Security System

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Total Units 3

Stories 5

Structure Triplex

Style WalkUp

Financial Details

RE Taxes $122,904/yr ($10,242/mo)

Original Price $7,250,000

Sale Price $5,250,000

Previous Price $7,250,000

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 diverse, 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

$1.42M

Median $/Sqft

$1,429

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

38%

Sold (30 Days)

46

Median Sale Price

$1.64M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 2/18/26, 2:08 AM EST

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38 E 73rd Street, Lenox Hill, New York County

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MLS® ID: RLS20046328

First Listed: 9/5/2025

On Market: 9/5/2025

Price Changed: 12/23/2025

Closed: 12/22/2025

Contract Date: 9/10/2025

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Sang H Kwon

Listing Contact: (917) 312-5199

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