255 W 70th Street
MLS® #RLS20056305
Listing by Vandenberg Inc
6
Bedrooms
6
Baths
3,632
Sq. Ft.
1886
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Outdoor Space: Terrace
- Style: Prewar,WalkUp architecture
- Climate Control: Central Air
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Oct 23, 2025 | $3,850,000 | - |
| Currently | May 4, 2026 | $3,650,000 | -5.2% |
Description
Best Priced Vacant Townhouse in the West 70s, Calls Out for All-Cash Buyer Ready to Renovate
Delivered vacant and priced as the best deal on the UWS, this light-filled townhouse offers tall ceilings, arched windows, original moldings, and front-and-rear Juliet balconies, plus a bluestone terraced garden with lush greenery. Currently organized as an owner’s duplex with three additional units delivered vacant. Move in and renovate piecemeal, live with income, or convert to your dream single-family townhouse. Near Riverside Park, Lincoln Center, PS 199, and Café Luxembourg.
Garden Floor
A quiet garden residence with direct access to the bluestone garden and planted yard. A flexible study opens to the outdoors, and the bedroom sits privately off the hall with a full bath. An interior stair links to the cellar with a finished home office/rec room, laundry, and generous storage, useful as playroom, media room, gym, or workspace.
Currently month-to-month at $4,750 and delivered vacant.
Parlour Floor (Owner’s Duplex)
Generous parlour level with tall ceilings and long sightlines from living to dining and kitchen for easy entertaining and everyday flow. Juliet balconies at the front and rear invite breeze and daylight; an arched-window detail and decorative mantel underscore the prewar charm. The floor is completed by a full bath and oversized walk-in closet.
Third Floor (Owner’s Duplex)
The primary suite spans the front section of the level with a sunny bay-window side and a generous walk-in closet and attached bath. Two secondary bedrooms occupy the rear of the townhouse. A full bath and laundry room are accessible via a spacious landing.
Owner’s duplex occupies Apt 2 and Apt 3, delivered vacant.
Fourth Floor
Two efficient apartments, front and rear, each with good ceiling height and bright natural light. Delivered vacant at closing, they can function as rentals, guest suites, home offices, or be incorporated into a larger residence as part of a combination plan.
Apt 4 is month-to-month, at $3,500, and will be delivered vacant.
Apt 5 is rent-stabilized and will be delivered vacant.
Cellar
The cellar has great space for storage and workshop. The center of the cellar has laundry. And the rear seconded off area of the cellar is a finished rec/play/media room for the garden apartment, adding flexible space.
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About Upper West Side
View All Upper West Side ListingsThe Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular 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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581
Median Asking Price
$1.50M
Median $/Sqft
$1,492
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
27
Price Reduced
27%
Sold (30 Days)
79
Median Sale Price
$1.81M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 1:32 AM EST
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255 W 70th Street, Upper West Side, New York County • Near West End Avenue/Amsterdam Avenue
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed annual property tax is $69,622, or roughly $5,802 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 6 bedrooms and 6 full bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 3,632 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1886, making it approximately 140 years old.
This listing is None
Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $3,650,000 for 3,632 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,005. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.
To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.
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