For Sale · Listing by Sothebys International Realty
116 E 61st Street
Lenox Hill, Manhattan
$14,995,000
116 E 61st Street
MLS® #RLS20102651
Listing by Sothebys International Realty
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 5.5
- Baths
- 5,750
- Sq. Ft.
- 1869
- Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Exposure: North,South facing
- Outdoor Space: Deck, Patio, Terrace
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Sep 1, 2026 | $14,995,000 | - |
| Currently | Oct 17, 2026 | $14,995,000 | - |
Description
116 East 61st Street is a beautifully restored single-family townhouse in the heart of Lenox Hill, just off of Park Avenue. Once the residence of an internationally renowned interior designer, this 18.5-foot-wide townhouse spans five stories and approximately 5,750 interior square feet in excellent condition, currently configured as four bedrooms with the flexibility for six. The layout is built for entertaining, blending historic architecture with modern luxury, with grand proportions and seamless flow between indoor and outdoor spaces across three distinct levels of private outdoor space totaling approximately 1,043 square feet. A gated entry and elegant white façade open onto the garden level, which centers on a contemporary chef's kitchen with French limestone floors, Venetian plaster walls, a breakfast booth, island seating, and pocket doors that can open the space for entertaining or close it off for intimate dining. Beyond, a gracious dining room with a working fireplace connects through three large French doors to the sun-filled, south-facing rear garden. It is an extraordinary setting for hosting at scale. The parlour level features a grand living room with soaring twelve-foot ceilings, neoclassical moldings, fireplace, and open views. Across the landing, a sophisticated library offers built-in banquettes, a deluxe wet bar, and a second fireplace. The entire third floor is devoted to the primary suite with high ceilings, a fireplace, an en-suite marble bathroom with separate tub and shower, and an expansive dressing room. Two sizeable additional bedrooms occupy the fourth floor, each with en-suite baths and picturesque views, for a layout that balances single-family comfort with Park Avenue refinement. The fifth floor opens onto a private terrace, while the rooftop terrace above delivers sweeping city views, offering two additional venues for outdoor living and entertaining. Below grade, a full-height finished basement includes a gym, laundry room with double washers and dryers, and ample storage. The home features four working fireplaces and one decorative fireplace on the fourth floor, a custom artisan elevator serving all levels, multi-zone central air conditioning and heating, a Crestron whole-home automation system, and a full security system including closed-circuit television. 116 East 61st Street offers a rare combination of privacy, craftsmanship, and scale in one of Manhattan's most coveted locations. Co-exclusive.
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About Lenox Hill
View All Lenox Hill ListingsLenox Hill occupies a residential section of the Upper East Side, defined by proximity to Central Park, major medical institutions (Memorial Sloan Kettering, Weill Cornell, Lenox Hill Hospital), and the Madison Avenue retail corridor. Housing stock ranges from large pre-war cooperatives to modern condominiums with East River and skyline views.
Lenox Hill Live Market Data
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705
Median Asking Price
$1.04M
Median $/Sqft
$1,407
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
27
Price Reduced
32%
Sold (30 Days)
79
Median Sale Price
$1.35M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 10/17/26, 2:33 PM EST
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The current listed common charges are $0 per month. Confirm the exact amount with Milton Coste before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $111,252, or roughly $9,271 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 6 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 5,750 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1869, making it approximately 157 years old.
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At the current list price of $14,995,000 for 5,750 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $2,608. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.
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Quick Facts
Monthly Costs Estimate
$2,999,000
Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Est. Monthly Payment
$0
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Mansion tax applies at this price point
New York State charges the buyer a mansion tax on residential purchases at $1,000,000 or more. At this asking price the tier is $10M to $14,999,999 at 3.25%, applied to the whole purchase price. It is due in cash at closing and cannot be financed.
Estimated mansion tax at asking
$487,338
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