251 East 61st Street

251 E 61st St
Lenox Hill

$8,750,000
Price
5
Beds
4,106 Sq. Ft.
$2,131 / Sq. Ft.
4,106
Sq. Ft.
$2,131
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Modern Architectural Townhouse with Private Carriage House Brilliantly marrying historic townhouse classicism and the best of modern design today- 251 East 61st Street is a completely reimagined townhouse and carriage house ensemble, a true private compound masterfully conceived by TRA Studio as a cohesive, design-forward single-family residence with guest house. The restoration undertaken by the current owner included expanding the townhome with an additional floor, which houses the Master Suite...Modern Architectural Townhouse with Private Carriage House Brilliantly marrying historic townhouse classicism and the best of modern design today- 251 East 61st Street is a completely reimagined townhouse and carriage house ensemble, a true private compound masterfully conceived by TRA Studio as a cohesive, design-forward single-family residence with guest house. The restoration undertaken by the current owner included expanding the townhome with an additional floor, which houses the Master Suite with amazing skyline views. The vertical living was enhanced by the installation of an elevator. This approximately 20-foot-wide, 6,000-square-foot residence is crowned by a new landscaped roof deck with open city views and anchored by a tranquil courtyard. As part of a comprehensive renovation, a skylit cellar gallery now connects the two structures, while an interior elevator ensures seamless access across all levels. Exceptional horizontal and vertical flow-including a dramatic double-height living room with a sculptural fireplace-creates a rare sense of privacy and flexibility. The restored fa ade is clad in stucco, scored to recall limestone in harmony with the surrounding Treadwell Farm Historic District. Oversized casement windows, and multiple skylights bring sunlight and softness to this thoughtfully modernized home. Entertaining spaces include a Poliform-appointed chef's kitchen, a luminous formal dining room, and a limestone courtyard outfitted with a gas grill, sink, refrigerator, speakers, and lighting-perfect for elegant evenings outdoors. Upstairs, the full-floor primary suite features skylights, custom closets, and a spa-like bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Each of the additional bedrooms is appointed with its own en-suite bath, ensuring comfort and privacy throughout. The separate carriage house, currently configured as a self-contained guest residence, offers exceptional flexibility-ideal for extended family, or a private workspace. It includes its own Poliform kitchen, a double-height great room with wood-burning fireplace. Its full bath features a sleek, all-frosted glass shower suite-designed to feel like a jewel box of privacy and light. Below, the newly excavated cellar includes a 150-bottle climate controlled wine room, laundry, and extensive storage. Additional features of this remarkable home include professional quality appliances, smart home system technology and a backup generator. Co-Exclusive with JW Clearing LLC, DBA as Jamison Commercial RE
  1. Listed by Michael S Lubin • Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
    P: (212)-317-3672 C: (212)-317-3672 mlubin@bhsusa.com

Property Details for 251 East 61st Street

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LISTING UPDATED: 11/18/2025 12:37 PM

Property Details for 251 East 61st Street

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20022659
Days on Market224
Taxes$10,978 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms15.0
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeSingle Family Townhouse
Year Built1900
Lot Size1,900 SF / 100' x 19'
CountyNew York County

Building

251 E 61st St

1 Units4 StoriesBuilt in 1900

Location

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Building Information for 251 East 61st Street

Stories4Year Built1900Building Size19.5' x 100'Building Sq. Ft7,800 SFLot Size1,900 SF / 100' x 19'Building AgePre-warBuilding TypeTownhouse

Payment Calculator

$54,215 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$43,237

Property Taxes

$10,978

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

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Property Information for 251 East 61st Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Lenox Hill
  • Stories Total: 5
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0120
  • Tax Block: 01416
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0120
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 4106.0
  • Building Area Total: 4106.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100.00x19.00
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Building Features: Elevators
  • 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: Townhouse
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Other
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: Yes
  • ElevatorsTotal: 1
  • Size Dimensions: 100.00x19.50
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Delivered Vacant: No
  • Attendance Type: None
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 251 East 61st Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20022659

—
Nov 15, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20022659

$8,750,000—
May 9, 2025

Price Change

RLS RESO #RLS20022659

$9,500,000—
May 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20022659

$8,750,000—
Jan 22, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

——
Sep 3, 2023

Listed (Active)

Manual

$10,000,000——
Sep 1, 2023

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

——
Apr 19, 2023

Price Change

Manual

$10,250,000——
Nov 2, 2022

Price Change

Manual

$11,895,000——
Jun 7, 2022

Price Change

Manual

$12,895,000——
May 6, 2022

Listed (Active)

Manual

$13,199,000——
Mar 30, 2018

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10459960

$14,350,000—
May 11, 2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10459960

$14,350,000—
May 10, 2017

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10349416

$14,350,000—
Sep 16, 2016

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10349416

$14,250,000—
Sep 15, 2016

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10350855

$14,250,000—
Jan 30, 2015

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10350855

$14,000,000—
May 29, 2014

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10069361

$6,250,000—
May 29, 2014

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10069361

$6,500,000—
Aug 26, 2010

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #8ae97d6b39f99a041f89294f99fcb697c9e51100

$6,500,000——
Aug 23, 2010

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #8ae97d6b39f99a041f89294f99fcb697c9e51100

$6,500,000——
Mar 14, 2010

Price Change

RealPlus #8ae97d6b39f99a041f89294f99fcb697c9e51100

$6,795,000——
Jan 5, 2010

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #8ae97d6b39f99a041f89294f99fcb697c9e51100

$7,000,000——
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/18/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20022659

—
11/15/2025

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20022659

$8,750,000
05/09/2025

Price Change

RLS RESO #RLS20022659

$9,500,000
05/09/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20022659

$8,750,000
01/22/2024

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

—
09/03/2023

Listed (Active)

Manual

$10,000,000
09/01/2023

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

—
04/19/2023

Price Change

Manual

$10,250,000
11/02/2022

Price Change

Manual

$11,895,000
06/07/2022

Price Change

Manual

$12,895,000
05/06/2022

Listed (Active)

Manual

$13,199,000
03/30/2018

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10459960

$14,350,000
05/11/2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10459960

$14,350,000
05/10/2017

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10349416

$14,350,000
09/16/2016

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10349416

$14,250,000
09/15/2016

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10350855

$14,250,000
01/30/2015

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10350855

$14,000,000
05/29/2014

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10069361

$6,250,000
05/29/2014

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10069361

$6,500,000
08/26/2010

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #8ae97d6b39f99a041f89294f99fcb697c9e51100

$6,500,000
08/23/2010

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #8ae97d6b39f99a041f89294f99fcb697c9e51100

$6,500,000
03/14/2010

Price Change

RealPlus #8ae97d6b39f99a041f89294f99fcb697c9e51100

$6,795,000
01/05/2010

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #8ae97d6b39f99a041f89294f99fcb697c9e51100

$7,000,000

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

Public Records for 251 East 61st Street

Taxable ValueLand$646,080Additions$31,320Total$677,400
Tax Record2025$125,788 ($10,482 / month) Tax Class1Tax Rate20.085%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt6,362 SqFtLot Size1,958 SqFtYear Built1919ZoningC2-8APN1014160120

Schools near 251 East 61st Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
East Side Elementary School, PS 267
Public - K to 5
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public - 6 to 8
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
East Side Elementary School, PS 267
PublicK 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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More information about 251 East 61st Street, Lenox Hill

251 East 61st Street is a townhouse for sale in Lenox Hill. This property was listed for sale on May 9, 2025 by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC, it's currently listed at $8,750,000. It has been on the market for a total of 224 days and was last sold on May 29, 2014. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include East Side Elementary School, PS 267, Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 251 East 61st Street is a 5-bed, 8-bath, 4,106 sqft townhouse built in 1900.

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