Sold on 11/22/2025 for $3,500,000
324 W 85TH Street
MLS® #RLS20046995
Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
4
Bedrooms
4.5
Baths
4,375
Sq. Ft.
1899
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: Other
- Fireplace: 4 fireplaces
- Style: WalkUp architecture
Property Details
Description
Tucked away on a quiet and pretty tree-lined block between West End Avenue and Riverside Drive, 324 West 85th Street is a rare and distinguished single-family townhouse rich in original architectural detail. This home has been owned by the same family since 1940 with only one previous owner. The property is in need of a complete renovation.
One of six houses in a landmarked 1892 row designed by renowned architect Clarence True, this residence is a superb example of late 19th-century design. The stately north-facing facade of red sandstone, light orange Roman brick, and red pantile roof tiles is remarkably well preserved. The interior of this home is rich with historic charm and includes original details such as four fireplaces, inlaid wood floors, an oversized pocket door, intricate moldings, and rich wood paneling.
Layout Overview:
Parlor Floor:
Enter through a paneled vestibule into a dramatic front parlor with soaring ceilings and exceptional natural light. The library and south facing rear living room are separated by a large original pocket door adjacent to a classic box stair that is illuminated by a large new skylight on the top floor. Past the rear living room is the expansive kitchen featuring original wooden cabinetry. A south-facing eat-in area overlooks the tranquil garden, creating many possibilities for a large chef's kitchen.
Garden Level:
Accessible from both the kitchen and its own under-stoop front entrance, this level includes two separate open areas and two separate entrances to the garden. There is a window at the front of the space facing the street and windows on the west side of the house. The south-facing garden is 570 square feet.
Third Floor:
Two full bedrooms with two bathrooms. Both bedrooms have original fireplaces.
Fourth Floor:
Two spacious bedrooms that share a full bathroom. Large skylight that brings sunlight down to the parlor floor.
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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. 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
460
Median Asking Price
$1.88M
Median $/Sqft
$1,604
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
22
Price Reduced
29%
Sold (30 Days)
78
Median Sale Price
$1.48M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/2/26, 11:44 PM EST
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Location
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