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251 E 71st Street

$5,750,000/mo Upper East Side | 4 beds | 5 baths | 4736 sqft

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 faรงade into a modernist icon with its smooth stucco exterior and signature convex oval windows โ€” 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 โ€” 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.

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Apartment Features

  • Fireplace - bedroom,familylivinggreatroom
  • Laundry -
  • Pets - Allowed

Building Features

  • Laundry - Building
  • 4 stories

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