219 West 70th Street

219 W 70th St
Upper West Side

$4,225,000
Price
8
Beds
4,595 Sq. Ft.
$919 / Sq. Ft.
4,595
Sq. Ft.
$919
per Sq. Ft.
a close view of fireplace
a living room with furniture fireplace and a large window
a view of an empty room with wooden floor and a window
a backyard of a house with table and chairs
a view of a pathway with a flower
a view of empty room with window
a living room with furniture and painting on the wall
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances a stove a sink and a refrigerator
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a stove and a sink
a bathroom with a bathtub and a sink
a bedroom with bed and a flat screen tv
a view of an entryway with wooden floor
a living room with furniture a fireplace a flat screen tv and a large window
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a large window
a view of a roof deck with couches and potted plants
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Description

Centrally located among some of the City's finest restaurants, cultural and academic institutions, specialty boutiques, and Riverside and Hudson River Parks, 219 West 70th Street offers exceptional opportunities to live, rent, and invest:          First , amidst a distinguished row of Clarence True townhouses, the building offers the potential to create a gracious single-family residence on one of the Upper West Side's most sought-after...Centrally located among some of the City's finest restaurants, cultural and academic institutions, specialty boutiques, and Riverside and Hudson River Parks, 219 West 70th Street offers exceptional opportunities to live, rent, and invest:          First , amidst a distinguished row of Clarence True townhouses, the building offers the potential to create a gracious single-family residence on one of the Upper West Side's most sought-after blocks. With the possibility of being delivered vacant, the new buyer can create their dream home in the center of the Upper West Side;          Second , the building offers the potential to live in one or more gorgeous units while collecting substantial, rental income to offset the expenses of the building;          Third , the building presents an investor with a collection of six units of which five are achieving top market rates, and the sixth, once renovated, may legally be brought to the highest-tier market rent. Layout The entire first floor is given over to Unit 1 which is an expansive 2 bedroom/2 full bath unit with exclusive access to the private garden. There is a bonus recreational room on the floor below perfect as a home office, gym, playroom, or additional storage. There is also central air and a washer/dryer. The second floor, Unit 2 , is a floor-through apartment with soaring ceilings that almost reach 11 feet, French doors, a fireplace, and a charming tin ceiling. This level could be combined with Unit 1, the garden floor duplex, creating a grand 3-bedroom owner unit; or renovated as another highly desirable, stunning floor through WITH ITS FIRST RENT AT FAIR MARKET. The third floor hosts Units 3F and 3R : a bright, an oversized studio at the front and a junior one-bedroom at the rear, respectively. The fourth floor features Unit 4R , a delightful studio with a seamlessly integrated Murphy bed and a private terrace to enjoy the outdoors. At the front of this floor, Unit 4F is a unique two-bedroom, two-bath duplex, connected by an architecturally striking staircase to the full top floor. This top floor showcases a lovely kitchen that opens up to a sun-filled living space, with a wall of windows that joins the living room with the large, private, manicured terrace with open sky views plus a large bedroom with a Juliet balcony, skylight and architecturally unique windows. The first floor of the 4F duplex has a large entry way, a large bedroom, a full bathroom, a washer/dryer, central air, and ample storage space and closets. There is also a communal washer/dryer for the other units in the basement level. Lovingly maintained by its current owner, 219 West 70th Street benefits from thoughtful updates to kitchens and baths whenever leases have turned over. With the exception of the vacant Unit 2 located on the second floor, all the units are free market, and there is a possibility of delivering the building vacant. HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE Built in 1893-1894 by the architect Clarence True, one of the foremost architects of the Upper West Side. True never seemed to repeat a design except during this time period while working with developer Harry Chafee. The two collaborated on two projects: one along West End Avenue and on West 70th. With the presumption of economic efficiency the two projects were identical. Each set of 5 houses were to appear as a complete set in an ABBBA pattern. 219 West 70th is the last B of this pattern, sharing two stories of bowed fronts above the first floor, vs.  the two A anchor houses of this grouping that rise straight up from the property line. These houses are built in a Romanesque Revival style. There are cross shaped window openings or 'cruciform openings' at the top floor of 219 and arch-headed window openings at the 4th floor; and for more added architectural interest, curved bays at the 2nd and 3rd stories, capped by a balustrade balustrade. Sold before construction was completed, the original owners were well-to-do professionals with 219 home initially to physicians. Location Perfectly positioned near the 1/2/3 subway lines, across the street from beloved Cafe Luxembourg, and moments from Lincoln Center, the Metropolitan Opera, Fordham University, and just two blocks from Central Park, Hudson River Park and Riverside Park- this address offers the best of the Upper West Side at your doorstep. 219 West 70th Street is more than a property- it's a rare opportunity in an unbeatable location.

Property Details for 219 West 70th Street

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LISTING UPDATED: 11/06/2025 12:29 PM

Property Details for 219 West 70th Street

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20058421
Days on Market29
Taxes$5,965 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms4.0
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeSingle Family Townhouse
Year Built1900
Lot Size1,507 SF / 100' x 15'
CountyNew York County

Building

219 W 70th St

6 Units5 StoriesBuilt in 1900

Location

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Building Information for 219 West 70th Street

Stories5Year Built1900Building Size15' x 79'Building Sq. Ft5,925 SFLot Size1,507 SF / 100' x 15'Building AgePre-warBuilding TypeTownhouse

Payment Calculator

$26,842 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$20,877

Property Taxes

$5,965

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

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Property Information for 219 West 70th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Lincoln Square
  • Stories Total: 5
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: No
  • Zoning Description: R8B
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0023
  • Tax Block: 01162
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0023
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 4595.0
  • Building Area Total: 4595.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100.50x15.00
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Smoke Free YN: true
  • Building Laundry Features: InUnit
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: true
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: WalkUp
  • Property Condition: Good
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: No
  • ElevatorsTotal: 0
  • Size Dimensions: 79.00x15.00
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Delivered Vacant: No
  • Attendance Type: None
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 219 West 70th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20058421

$4,225,000—
Jan 25, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2011020100333001

$2,205,834—
Oct 12, 2010

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #ac830b885932abb299a8b2ba140d4242408a6566

$2,450,000——
Jun 9, 2010

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #ac830b885932abb299a8b2ba140d4242408a6566

$2,450,000——
Jan 13, 2009

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #b8277a331d2f080ba4edb7a828ae5b725f2e4c96

$2,695,000——
Sep 7, 2008

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #b8277a331d2f080ba4edb7a828ae5b725f2e4c96

$2,695,000——
Jul 28, 2008

Price Change

RealPlus #b8277a331d2f080ba4edb7a828ae5b725f2e4c96

$2,695,000——
May 6, 2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #b8277a331d2f080ba4edb7a828ae5b725f2e4c96

$2,950,000——
May 4, 2008

Sold

RealPlus #e1ff8b50e337c1cc5184d448d1c62b5b330c5684

$1,825,000——
Apr 29, 2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #e1ff8b50e337c1cc5184d448d1c62b5b330c5684

$2,950,000——
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/05/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20058421

$4,225,000
01/25/2011

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2011020100333001

$2,205,834
10/12/2010

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #ac830b885932abb299a8b2ba140d4242408a6566

$2,450,000
06/09/2010

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #ac830b885932abb299a8b2ba140d4242408a6566

$2,450,000
01/13/2009

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #b8277a331d2f080ba4edb7a828ae5b725f2e4c96

$2,695,000
09/07/2008

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #b8277a331d2f080ba4edb7a828ae5b725f2e4c96

$2,695,000
07/28/2008

Price Change

RealPlus #b8277a331d2f080ba4edb7a828ae5b725f2e4c96

$2,695,000
05/06/2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #b8277a331d2f080ba4edb7a828ae5b725f2e4c96

$2,950,000
05/04/2008

Sold

RealPlus #e1ff8b50e337c1cc5184d448d1c62b5b330c5684

$1,825,000
04/29/2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #e1ff8b50e337c1cc5184d448d1c62b5b330c5684

$2,950,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 219 West 70th Street

Taxable ValueLand$307,350Additions$1,519,650Total$1,827,000
Tax Record2025$71,053 ($5,921 / month) Tax Class2ATax Rate12.5%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt4,595 SqFtLot Size1,506 SqFtYear Built1900ZoningR8BAPN1011620023

Schools near 219 West 70th Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 3.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 199 Jessie Isador Straus
Public - K to 5
Special Music School
Public - K to 12
Urban Assembly School for Media Studies
Public - 9 to 12
High School for Law, Advocacy and Community Justice
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 199 Jessie Isador Straus
PublicK to 5

Special Music School
PublicK to 12

Urban Assembly School for Media Studies
Public9 to 12

High School for Law, Advocacy and Community Justice
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 219 West 70th Street, Upper West Side

219 West 70th Street is a townhouse for sale in Upper West Side. This property was listed for sale on November 5, 2025 by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC, it's currently listed at $4,225,000. It has been on the market for a total of 29 days and was last sold on January 25, 2011. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 3. Nearby schools include P.S. 199 Jessie Isador Straus, Special Music School and Urban Assembly School for Media Studies. 219 West 70th Street is a 8-bed, 9-bath, 4,595 sqft townhouse built in 1900.

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