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251 E 71st Street, 
Manhattan, NY 10021

$5,750,000


4

Beds


5

Baths


4,736

Sq Ft


Single Family

Active

Listed by

Richard D Pretsfelder

Jed H Garfield

Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc

Last updated:

July 24, 2025, 03:52 PM

MLS#

RLS20036222

Source:

NY REBNY

About This Home

251 E 71st Street

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 façade 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.

Home Facts

Single Family

5 Baths

4 Bedrooms

Built in 1899

Price Summary

5,750,000

$1,214 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

RLS20036222

Last Updated:

July 24, 2025, 03:52 PM

Added:

24 day(s) ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

4

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

5

Full Bathrooms:

5

Interior

Living Area:

4,736 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Building Area:

4,736 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1899


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$5,750,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$1,214 per Sq. Ft.

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