--- title: "169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021" description: "169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 — Townhouse in Lenox Hill, Manhattan, NY. Listing Price $12,500,000. In contract 12/4/2025. 4 bed, 7 bath, 4,465 sqft Illustrative Buyer Commission Share of $187,500 at closing, based on a 3% buyer-broker commission." url: "https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10021/169-east-71st-street-ny-10021" source: "Real Estate Rebate Team" status: "Pending" --- # 169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 Townhouse in Lenox Hill, Manhattan, NY Courtesy of Corcoran Group ## At a Glance - **Listing Price**: $12,500,000 - **Status**: In contract 12/4/2025 In Contract/Lease Signed indicates an offer has been made and accepted by the seller/landlord, with the deal pending completion. - **Beds**: 4 - **Total Baths**: 7 - **Sqft**: 4,465 - **Monthly Taxes**: $4,265 / mo - **Price per Sqft**: $2,800 - **Brokerage Fee**: Share Eligible ## The Private Brokerage Advantage As an independent luxury buyer representative, Régis shares 50% of the buyer-side commission he actually receives on your purchase. Eligible buyers receive that Buyer Commission Share directly at closing to offset closing costs, down payments, or renovations. The figures below are illustrative, based on a **3% buyer-broker commission**; your share follows the commission offered on the transaction. - **Contract Purchase Price**: $12,500,000 - **Illustrative Buyer Commission Share**: -$187,500* - **Illustrative Net Cost**: $12,312,500 *Illustrative Buyer Savings of $187,500 — 50% of a 3% buyer-broker commission, shared at closing.* [Request a private tour](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) · [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) ## Photos (10) ![169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 1 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/56d8842d-d5a2-4fe5-a4c8-faeedfdc3075.png) ![169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 2 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/e6f9cba3-ec4a-406e-a304-27428299f142.png) ![169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 3 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/97ae59d7-b24d-4a38-a988-e0ef523b7ccd.png) ![169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 4 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/1bbbd73e-41da-463d-badb-47c9dead064d.png) ![169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 5 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/78faebde-4a0e-4b9b-9a74-aed511a7e8b3.png) ![169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 6 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/62c0df05-ff33-4af6-b959-d5fbd9f966d7.png) ![169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 7 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/7d37d347-f237-4c67-aae2-6dd7891ab800.png) ![169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 8 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/25d1890c-9c1c-40c3-83ff-96b9a2f89e8f.png) ![169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 9 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/02cf6d1a-6256-4a3d-b399-f47b3cb167bd.png) ![169 East 71st Street, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 10 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/1a4363b6-0da4-474c-9a69-70a320997fc1.png) ## Property Overview 169 East 71st Street - The One and Only There are homes. And then, there are icons. Welcome to 169 East 71st Street, a landmarked, turn-of-the-century townhouse that doesn't just sit on one of the Upper East Side's most enchanting blocks-it defines it. Immortalized as the backdrop to Audrey Hepburn's Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's, this legendary residence offers more than cinematic history-it's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a reimagined piece of New York. Gracing a picture-perfect, tree-lined street between Lexington and Third Avenues, this five-story townhouse-with elevator, fully built-out basement, and approximately 4,465 square feet of meticulously designed interiors-has been transformed through a three-year, no-expense-spared renovation and restoration. This two-family home features a 30-foot landscaped garden with custom latticework, two setback terraces, four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and three powder rooms. Original architectural details blend seamlessly with refined upgrades: soaring 10+ foot ceilings, white oak herringbone floors with ebony inlay, two gas fireplaces, central air conditioning, two laundry rooms, and a wine cellar with twin Liebherr wine and food refrigerators. Parlor Floor: The formal parlor is a statement in elegance, with period mantels, beamed ceilings, and custom millwork. White oak herringbone flooring with an ebony border anchors the space, while antique chandeliers and designer lighting from Porta Romana create a warm, refined glow. The living room features a burnished silver leaf ceiling and a concealed television hidden behind a hand-pieced antique mirror-combining luxury and discretion in equal measure. The dining area offers a built-in banquette, and the parlor-level gas fireplace adds intimate charm. Kitchen, Parlor Floor: A true chef's kitchen features Calacatta Gold marble countertops, a 6-burner Wolf range with vented hood, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, and custom cabinetry. A center island with seating is paired with an exquisite Calacatta Oro marble mosaic backsplash imported from Italy. Third Floor: Two well-proportioned bedrooms each enjoy ensuite, spa-like baths. One showcases Thassos marble and a jewel glass waterjet mosaic in Labradorite and Alabaster. The second offers double vanities, honed Carrara marble, and Thassos tile flooring. Plumbing fixtures from Kallista and Waterworks. Ceiling heights on this level reach 9 feet. Fourth Floor - Primary Suite: The king-sized primary suite is a private retreat with a gas fireplace, antique mantel, custom dressing area, and makeup vanity. The ensuite bathroom is a true sanctuary, featuring Calacatta Gold Damask-patterned marble, a deep walk-in shower, and a freestanding soaking tub by Crosswater London with a polished nickel exterior. The suite is further elevated with wood veneer wallpaper and a 247-square-foot terrace at the northern wing. Fifth Floor: A full-floor den with wet bar, wine fridge, custom cabinetry, and half bath flows to a 123-square-foot south-facing terrace with charming views of 71st Street. A Juliet balcony off the rear adds a finishing touch. Garden Unit - Street Level: With its own private entrance, the second residence includes exposed brick, built-in bookshelves, a cozy den, and a large bedroom. The open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a dining banquette, and direct access to a 466-square-foot landscaped garden with custom Walpole lattice fencing and stonework. Basement Level: Fully dug out and nearly 8 feet in height, the basement level includes a powder room, mechanicals, second laundry room, and a wine cellar with two Liebherr wine fridges, built-in benches, a sink, and cold storage. Whether you're hosting in the grand parlor, sipping espresso on the terrace, or simply enjoying the rarefied character of this home's history and craftsmanship-169 East 71st Street is more than a residence. It's an experience. They say you can't buy history. At 169 East 71st, you sort of can. Come for the legend. Stay for the life. ## Property Details - **Property Type**: Multi Family - **Beds**: 4 - **Total Baths**: 7 - **Rooms**: 12 - **Sqft**: 4,465 sqft - **Stories**: 5 - **Year Built**: 1910 - **Price per Sqft**: $2,800 - **Monthly Taxes**: $4,265 / mo - **Listed On**: May 15, 2025 - **Days on Market**: 490 Days ### Residence Features - Central Air - Building Other - Washer Hookup - In Unit - Juliet Balcony - Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft - High Ceilings - Smoke Free - Storage - Walk-In Closet(s) - Washer Dryer Allowed ## Estimated Monthly Payment **$67,472 / month**, assuming a 20% down payment ($2,500,000), a 6.5% interest rate and a 30-year term. The page's calculator lets a buyer change all three. - **Principal & Interest**: $63,207 - **Property Taxes**: $4,265 Estimates only. Actual payments may vary. Confirm terms with your lender. ## Sales and market data ### How this price compares - **This home**: $12,500,000 - **Median sold price**: $13,900,000 - **Difference**: -$1,400,000 (-10.1%) - **This home, $/ft²**: $2,800 - **Median $/ft²**: $1,529 - **Comparable sales**: 38 - **Sales from**: October 2021 – August 2026 - **Middle half of those sales**: $7,537,500 – $20,115,000 Based on house sales in Lenox Hill. A house is not part of a building of comparable apartments, so this benchmark is drawn from house sales across Lenox Hill. Apartment sales are excluded from it entirely. ### How these sales were negotiated - **Sale-to-list price**: 89% (36 sales) - **Sold below asking**: 86% (36 sales) - **Typical time to find a buyer**: 244 days (36 sales) - **Typical time to close**: 47 days (36 sales) Based on house sales in Lenox Hill with the required listing and closing data. Sample sizes vary by metric. These are two separate periods measured on different clocks — time to find a buyer, and time from agreed deal to closing. They are medians of different sets of sales and do not add together into a single "days on market" figure. Sales data through August 2026. Sale prices are the consideration recorded with the City in ACRIS, and each sale is dated by the day the City recorded it. A closing date reported to the MLS typically falls one to two weeks earlier. Recorded sales describe what has already happened and are not an appraisal, a valuation, or an estimate of what this home will sell for. [See every recorded sale at 169 East 71ST Street](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/169-east-71st-street) ## Price and Property History for 169 East 71ST Street Review the recorded listing activity for 169 East 71ST Street, including asking-price changes and prior market dates. - **Latest price change**: Reduced by $2,500,000, or 16.7%, on October 7, 2025 - **Originally listed**: May 15, 2025 at $15,000,000 - **Entered contract**: December 4, 2025 | Date | Price | Listing event | | --- | --- | --- | | December 4, 2025 | $12,500,000 | Entered contract | | October 7, 2025 | $12,500,000 | Asking price reduced by $2,500,000, or 16.7% | | May 15, 2025 | $15,000,000 | Listed for sale by Corcoran Group | ## Property Tax History Taxes at 169 East 71st Street were $57,502 in 2026, up 6.0% from 2025. | Year | Tax Assessment | Land | Additions | Billable Value | Property Tax | Tax Rate | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 (FY 2026/27) | $330,780 | $120,060 | $210,720 | $286,294 | $57,502 | 20.085% (estimated) | | 2025 (FY 2025/26) | $389,100 | $120,060 | $269,040 | $270,089 | $54,247 | 20.085% (estimated) | | 2024 (FY 2024/25) | $397,260 | $120,060 | $277,200 | $254,803 | $51,177 | 20.085% | | 2023 (FY 2023/24) | $425,340 | $128,520 | $296,820 | $254,803 | $51,177 | 20.085% | | 2022 (FY 2022/23) | $435,780 | $128,520 | $307,260 | $252,892 | $51,360 | 20.309% | | 2021 (FY 2021/22) | $436,020 | $128,520 | $307,500 | $238,578 | $47,627 | 19.963% | | 2020 (FY 2020/21) | $470,400 | $128,520 | $341,880 | $225,074 | $47,367 | 21.045% | | 2019 (FY 2019/20) | $364,800 | $128,520 | $236,280 | $212,336 | $44,945 | 21.167% | | 2018 (FY 2018/19) | $212,336 | — | — | $212,336 | $44,419 | 20.919% | | 2017 (FY 2017/18) | $210,743 | — | — | $210,743 | $42,960 | 20.385% | | 2016 (FY 2016/17) | $198,815 | — | — | $198,815 | $39,745 | 19.991% | | 2015 (FY 2015/16) | $187,562 | — | — | $187,562 | $36,676 | 19.554% | | 2014 (FY 2014/15) | $176,947 | — | — | $176,947 | $33,898 | 19.157% | | 2013 (FY 2013/14) | $176,947 | — | — | $176,947 | $33,958 | 19.191% | | 2012 (FY 2012/13) | $175,620 | — | — | $175,620 | $32,611 | 18.569% | | 2011 (FY 2011/12) | $165,680 | — | — | $165,680 | $30,162 | 18.205% | | 2010 (FY 2010/11) | $156,302 | — | — | $156,302 | $27,140 | 17.364% | The City has not published the official FY2026/27 and FY2025/26 tax rates yet. We calculated the tax for those years using the prior year’s rate, so treat them as an estimate rather than a figure the City has adopted. Every rate without the Estimated marker is the published one. Tax Assessment is the assessed value on the City’s roll, and it is the figure other listing sites publish. It is not what the bill is calculated on. New York phases assessment changes in gradually for some tax classes, so the City bills the Billable Value shown beside it, less any exemption the owner holds. It usually trails the assessment, and it can sit above it for a few years after an assessment falls. Figures are the New York City Department of Finance assessment roll for tax lot 1014060028. Assessed and billable values are determined by the City for tax purposes and are not an appraisal or an estimate of market value. Tax classes and rates are set annually and can change. [How we source and calculate NYC property tax data](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/nyc-property-tax-data-methodology) ## About The Building ### 169 East 71st Street Lenox Hill · Multi Family 169 East 71st Street, New York, NY 10021 A building in Lenox Hill, currently featuring 0 active listings. - **Year Built**: 1910 - **Active Units**: 0 - **Floors**: 5 [View the building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/169-east-71st-street) ### Available Residences — For Sale (1) | Unit | Beds | Baths | Size | Price / Ft² | Price | Listing Office | Listed Date | Days on Market | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [N/A](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10021/169-east-71st-street-ny-10021) | 4 | 5 | 4,465 sqft | $2,800 | $12,500,000 (-16.7%) — In contract | Corcoran Group | May 15, 2025 | 489 days | ## Lenox Hill Overview of Lenox Hill [Explore Lenox Hill](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/lenox-hill) · [All Neighborhoods](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods) ### Nearby Lenox Hill - [Inwood real estate for sale](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/inwood) ## Related Links - [169 East 71ST Street — building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/169-east-71st-street) - [Lenox Hill neighborhood guide](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/lenox-hill) - [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share and closing costs](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) - [Contact Régis Roumila](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) --- > RLS IDX Data display by Real Estate Rebate Team. 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