16 East 74th Street, Unit 4/5
Description
This grand 22.5 foot wide townhouse with an elevator stands tall with soaring 12-foot ceilings adorned by beautiful moldings and...Discover the epitome of luxury living in this exquisite 3,000-square-foot, 2-bedroom duplex Penthouse with a large private rooftop terrace nestled within a historic townhouse. Situated on a picturesque tree-lined block along the Upper East Side's prestigious "Gold Coast" at 74th Street, between Fifth and Madison Avenue, this residence is down the street from Central Park.
This grand 22.5 foot wide townhouse with an elevator stands tall with soaring 12-foot ceilings adorned by beautiful moldings and has prewar charm throughout with three charming fireplaces. The upper level unveils an updated kitchen, a bright and large dining room perfect for entertaining, and an additional versatile Den/Office/Maids room.
As you ascend to the upper level, you'll discover two generously-sized bedrooms. The first bedroom boasts an en-suite bathroom for your convenience, while the second bedroom enjoys the luxury of a full bathroom right outside its door. Both bedrooms offer spacious closet space and feature charming fireplaces.
Ascending further to the top floor, you'll be greeted by a stunning bar area that seamlessly transitions to your own private rooftop deck, providing picturesque views overlooking 74th Street
This rarely available Duplex Penthouse available for rent is a true gem in a prime location. The historic townhouse was formerly owned by Alexander Morgan who was the architect for the Empire State Building. No dogs allowed.
Listing Agents
![Charlie Attias]()
charlie.attias@compass.comP: (917)-273-8613
![Connor Ramage]()
connor.ramage@compass.comP: (561)-789-7781
![Brooke Winsness]()
brooke.winsness@compass.comP: (770)-891-9475
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Central Park Views
- Park Views
- City Views
- Open Views
- Balcony
- Private Terrace
- Common Outdoor Space
Property Details for 16 East 74th Street, Unit 4/5
| Status | Rented |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 211 |
| Rental Incentives | - |
| Costs & Fees | - |
| Available Date | 01/22/2025 |
| Lease Term | - |
| Furnished | - |
| Total Rooms | 6.0 |
| Compass Type | Multi Family |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1901 |
| Lot Size | 2,247 SF / 22' x 102' |
| County | New York County |
Building
16 E 74th St
Location
Building Information for 16 East 74th Street, Unit 4/5
Property History for 16 East 74th Street, Unit 4/5
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2025 | Rented Manual | — | |
| May 29, 2025 | Application Pending Manual | — | |
| May 9, 2025 | Price Change Manual | $16,900 | — |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Price Change Manual | $17,250 | — |
| Oct 30, 2024 | Listed (Active) Manual | $18,375 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 06/06/2025 | Rented Manual | — |
| 05/29/2025 | Application Pending Manual | — |
| 05/09/2025 | Price Change Manual | $16,900 |
| 01/22/2025 | Price Change Manual | $17,250 |
| 10/30/2024 | Listed (Active) Manual | $18,375 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 16 East 74th Street, Unit 4/5
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 6 Lillie D Blake PublicPK to 5 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner Public6 to 8 |
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