For Sale · Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
238 1/2 E 83RD Street
Yorkville, Manhattan
$8,500,000
238 1/2 E 83RD Street
MLS® #RLS20093544
Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 5.5
- Baths
- 4,400
- Sq. Ft.
- 1901
- Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: Other
- Outdoor Space: Terrace, Balcony
- Style: WalkUp architecture
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 26, 2026 | $8,950,000 | - |
| Currently | Aug 18, 2026 | $8,500,000 | -5.0% |
Description
The Perfect Townhouse Spectacular $13 million gut renovation inside and out of this townhouse gem on a quiet Upper East Side block, convenient to shops, restaurants, and schools. There are six stories (3 levels added with the renovation), a separate one bedroom unit on the ground floor, plus a finished basement, garden, two roof terraces with built-in outdoor kitchen facilities, and three balconies. A high speed commercial elevator goes to each floor and every inch of the approximately 4400 square feet was meticulously planned with luxury and comfort foremost in mind. There are 3 to 4 bedrooms, 5 baths and 3 powder rooms over six floors, with a separate ground floor staff/guest/rental unit with its own street entrance and a lovely South-facing garden. Stoop Entry Level: Spacious entry foyer with very high ceilings and a powder room leading to a gorgeous, huge eat-in kitchen with a wall of windows overlooking the garden and a balcony. There are Wolf appliances, every convenience and custom marble floors. 2nd Level: A living room with built-in home-theatre and a luxurious "man-cave" library with a handsome copper bar, mahogany woodwork, terrace and powder room. 3rd Level: Two spacious bedrooms and two marble baths plus a laundry facilities. 4th Level: Sumptuous double-height primary bedroom suite with a floor-to-ceiling cathedral window and a private balcony. There is a well-appointed walk-in closet, and a huge bath with soaking tub, spacious walk-in stall shower and separate WC. Just above and overlooking the primary bedroom is a balcony office with a built-in desk and storage. 5th Level: A fully equipped gym with a marble bath and laundry facilities and the private balcony office (overlooking the primary bedroom). 6th Level: Two large roof decks, one with a fully equipped outdoor kitchen and one as an outdoor dining room or sunning area. Ground Level: Under stoop entry to a private apartment/staff quarters/guest suite with a living room/dining room/kitchen, one bedroom, one full bath and one half bath, plus access to the serene planted garden.. Basement Level: Fully renovated basement with a large wine storage unit, full-size laundry equipment, a dog-washing sink. and sparkling systems room with all top of the line equipment. Extras: New gas, electric and plumbing brought in from the street and continued throughout the house; 8 zone central air conditioning (cooling, heating and humidification) with remote wall-in sensors; Full security system; Radiant heated floors throughout; Home Works Smart Home system controls all AC/heat, lighting, shades and drapes; Home theatre; Wall embedded surround sound throughout; Fully equipped gym; Venetian plaster walls.
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About Yorkville
View All Yorkville ListingsYorkville is an accessible section of the Upper East Side that has seen a surge in popularity since the Second Avenue Subway (Q train) opened in 2017. Carl Schurz Park and Gracie Mansion anchor the waterfront edge, with housing options ranging from spacious 3-bedroom cooperatives to modern amenity-rich condominiums.
Yorkville Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
143
Median Asking Price
$1.34M
Median $/Sqft
$1,305
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
2
Price Reduced
37%
Sold (30 Days)
27
Median Sale Price
$1.05M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 8/18/26, 7:42 PM EST
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Common questions about this property
The current listed annual property tax is $35,004, or roughly $2,917 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 4 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms and 4 half bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 4,400 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1901, making it approximately 125 years old.
This listing is None
Pets are permitted at this property: Pets Allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Pets Allowed. Contact Milton Coste for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $8,500,000 for 4,400 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,932. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.
To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or milton@miltoncoste.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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Quick Facts
Monthly Costs Estimate
$1,700,000
Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Est. Monthly Payment
$0
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Mansion tax applies at this price point
New York State charges the buyer a mansion tax on residential purchases at $1,000,000 or more. At this asking price the tier is $5M to $9,999,999 at 2.25%, applied to the whole purchase price. It is due in cash at closing and cannot be financed.
Estimated mansion tax at asking
$191,250
Estimate based on the asking price. Confirm your own obligation with your real estate attorney.
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