
164 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021
What This Townhouse Offers
Renovated and move-in ready, this 20’ wide, five bedroom, six story (plus finished basement) brownstone is impressively spacious and chic. There are four... outdoor spaces, including a sunny, south-facing landscaped and irrigated garden, terrace off the living room, Juliette balcony off the primary bathroom and rooftop space. Crowning this special home is a sun-flooded basketball/sports court and putting green to practice your short game. The light throughout is exquisite, highlighted by the rear facade’s double height glass casement windows. Numerous original details have been lovingly retained and restored, among them six wood-burning fireplaces, timeless plaster moldings and handsome oak paneling. An elevator links all seven levels—including the finished basement. Lofty ceilings and plentiful windows create an ambience of airiness and light. All six full baths have been stylishly renovated as have the two powder rooms. Nine zone CAC. Garden Level: -En suite guest bedroom -South-facing sun-flooded family room with double-height ceiling, radiant-heated floors & wet bar opens to the 32’-long landscaped, irrigated garden & patio where surrounding walls and fencing create privacy -Powder room Parlor Floor: -Front stoop -Grand entry gallery with WBF -Eat-in kitchen with restored oak paneling, WBF, Sub-Zero, Wolf & Bosch appliances -Kitchen overlooks two story wall of stunning casement windows -Dramatic, sweeping staircase -Powder room -11’7” coffered ceilings Third Floor: -Sunny, south-facing living room with wet bar & WBF -Trio of french doors open to terrace overlooking the garden -En suite bedroom/library with WBF & views to gorgeous East 70th Street -10’9”ceilings Fourth Floor: -Primary suite has extensive custom cabinetry, dressing room, WBF -Primary bathroom has radiant-heated floors, soaking tub, walk-in shower, double sinks and Juliet balcony overlooking the garden -10’3” ceilings Fifth Floor: -Two large bedroom suites -Extensive storage/closet space -Hall bathroom -10’ ceilings Sixth Floor: -Basketball/Sports Court -Putting Green -Full bathroom -Serviced by elevator -15’5” ceilings Basement: -LG washer & vented dryer -Full bathroom -Wine Cellar -Work out area -Workshop -Cedar closet -Storage -Elevator & mechanical rooms -7’10” Ceilings Manhattan brownstones have been an elemental part of the city’s architectural identity since the 19th century. With their generous space, privacy, and aesthetic beauty, they remain some of New York’s most coveted residences. 164 E 70th, on one of the Upper East Side’s most beautiful streets, is no exception. Also offered for sale for $14,250,000. Upfront costs for the initial application are $20 credit/background check per applicant. If the application is accepted, the upfront costs are one month's rent and one month's security deposit. Renter's insurance is required.
Rental Terms:
Monthly: $57,500
Unit
- $57,500 / month
- 5 Beds
- 8 Baths
- Available May 14
Townhome Features
- Air Conditioning
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
Community Features
- Controlled Access
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Package Service
164 E 70th St is a townhome for rent in New York, NY
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New York, NY 10021
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit100 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable40 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
East Side Elementary School, PS 267
Grades K-5
Public
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Grades 6-8
Public
Ella Baker School
Grades PK-8
Public
Rabbi Arthur Schneier Park East Day School
Grades PK-8
Private
Talent Unlimited High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Manhattan High School For Girls
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Marymount Manhattan College
Walk: 3 min (0.2 mi)
Hunter College
Walk: 3 min (0.2 mi)
Weill Cornell Medical College
Walk: 9 min (0.5 mi)
LIM College
Drive: 4 min (1.3 mi)
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 164 E 70th St proximity to Grand Central Terminal. Grand Central Terminal is 1.7 miles away.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, Lenox Hill is exceptional public transit. Within 3.4 miles of 164 E 70th St, you’ll find 68 Street-Hunter College, 72 St, and Lexington Avenue-63 Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 164 E 70th St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including St. Catherine's Park, Central Park Zoo, and Central Park.
Airports
Living in Lenox Hill provides easy access to LaGuardia, located just 16 minutes from 164 E 70th St. Another nearby airport is Newark Liberty International, located 16.3 miles away.
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