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SOLD FOR $14,600,000

Listed at $16,500,000 · Sold 11.5% below asking · Closed March 6, 2025

38 W 87th Street

$16,500,000

$1,988 per sq ft

38 W 87th Street

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS11012897

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Modlin Group LLC

5

Bedrooms

7.5

Baths

8,300

Sq. Ft.

1891

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 7 full, 4 half
Living Area 8,300 sq ft
Lot Size 2,013 sq ft
Year Built 1891
Ownership None
Property Taxes $76,920/yr
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Character: Pre-war building (1891)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Ownership None
Total Rooms 11
Baths 6 Full, 4 Half
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Exposure North,South
Pets Yes
Year Built 1891
Living Area 8,300 sq ft
Structure Type None
Furnished Unfurnished
Lot Size 2,013 sq ft
Parcel # 1200-0150
Block/Lot 01200/0150

Description

A formidable presence on a gorgeous, tree-lined block on the Upper West Side, this exceptional Queen Anne Revival-style townhouse offers over approximately 8,300 sq.ft. of interior space and 1,100 sq.ft. of outdoor space. Built in 1910 by prolific architect Gilbert A. Schellenger, the residence was painstakingly renovated to maintain its original pre-war details while including modern amenities and conveniences. Moments from Central Park, this 20’ wide home boasts grandly proportioned rooms with meticulous design touches and finishes. Entering the home via the classic enclosed foyer, the elegant parlor boasts 12’ ceiling heights, two fireplaces and beautiful views onto 87th Street. A formal dining room overlooks the enclosed garden via a planting terrace and features coffered ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace. An adjacent butler’s pantry leads to the kitchen on the garden level and is serviced by a dumbwaiter. A chic, discreet powder room rounds out the parlor level. The garden floor, accessible from street level, features an expansive chef’s kitchen with a top-of-the-line Miele appliance suite that is seamlessly integrated into the custom cabinetry, a Calacatta Oro marble-topped island, and abundant pantry and storage options. A sitting room, a large mud room with adjacent full bathroom and a light-filled breakfast room that flows to the enclosed, landscaped garden complete the garden level. Encompassing the entire third floor, the palatial primary suite, spans 1,350 sq.ft. It comes complete with a large bedroom featuring a fireplace, an adjacent sitting room, three walk-in closets, and a skylit ensuite with gorgeous marble details, a soaking tub and large shower with Victoria + Albert brass hardware, and a separate WC. Two more bedrooms sit on the fourth floor, each with ample custom closets and ensuite, marble-clad bathrooms, one boasting a south-facing terrace. The fifth floor features a handsome library with sweeping proportions, a stunning, back-lit full bar and original brick wall details. A guest suite sits on the south side with its own tiled ensuite with a large shower. Currently configured as an office, the sixth floor could be used as a large entertaining space, as it accesses a rooftop deck with stunning city views. The fully finished basement features an enclosed gym, a custom-constructed wine cellar, a full bathroom, a proper laundry room and endless storage options. Connected by a grand staircase and an elevator, this home’s other various modern amenities include a seven-zone HVAC, radiant-heat flooring, Sonos sound system and NEST climate controls.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area Laundry Room

Building Information

Total Units 1
Stories 4
Structure None

Financial Details

RE Taxes $76,920/yr ($6,410/mo)
Sale Price $14,600,000

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Nestled between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides an unparalleled connection to nature within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a vibrant culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Upper West Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

527

Median Asking Price

$1.60M

Median $/Sqft

$1,521

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

19

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

84

Median Sale Price

$1.60M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/26/26, 4:16 PM EST

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38 W 87th Street, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS11012897
First Listed: 10/1/2024
On Market: 10/1/2024
Closed: 3/6/2025
Contract Date: 10/1/2024

Listing Courtesy of Modlin Group LLC - Adam Modlin

Listing Contact: (212) 974-0740

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