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251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
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251 East 71st Street

Upper East Side
Third Avenue & Second Avenue

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$ 5,750,000
18'x102'
Lot Size
4/1
Floors/Apts
4,736/440
ASF/ASM
Details
Single Family
Ownership
Active
Status
Building For Sale
Property Type
$ 68,928
Real Estate Taxes [Per Annum]
Townhouse
Building Type
18'x64'
Building Size
1899
Year Built
  • 251 East 71st Street
  • $ 5,750,000

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251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021

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License Licensed As: R.E. Associate Broker
Jennifer Lee

Jennifer Lee

License Licensed As: R.E. Associate Broker

Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker

W: 718-784-1110
M: 917-328-5211
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251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021

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 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.
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.

Listing Courtesy of Garfield, Leslie J. & Co., Inc.
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021

Contact

License Licensed As: R.E. Associate Broker
Jennifer Lee

Jennifer Lee

License Licensed As: R.E. Associate Broker

Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker

W: 718-784-1110
M: 917-328-5211
Contact Agent Download VCard

Features

A/C
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021

Building Details

251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021
Single Family
Ownership
None
Service Level
1426/118
Block/Lot
18'x64'
Building Size
R8B
Zoning
Townhouse
Building Type
1899
Year Built
4/1
Floors/Apts
18'x102'
Lot Size

Building Amenities

Garden
251 East 71st Street Upper East Side New York NY 10021

Contact

License Licensed As: R.E. Associate Broker
Jennifer Lee

Jennifer Lee

License Licensed As: R.E. Associate Broker

Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker

W: 718-784-1110
M: 917-328-5211
Contact Agent Download VCard

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