40 East 74th Street, Unit 1

40 E 74th St
Lenox Hill

$1,999,000
Price
2
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Description

Welcome to 40 East 74th Street #1, a two-level duplex home situated on one of the most beautiful townhouse blocks between Park and Madison Avenues. Offering a private garden, generous room proportions, and updated interiors, this residence delivers a rare combination of space, privacy, and location. This quiet, back-facing unit is set away from the street, providing a peaceful, neighborhood feel. The main level begins with a proper entry foyer and double closets that open into a west-facing living...Welcome to 40 East 74th Street #1, a two-level duplex home situated on one of the most beautiful townhouse blocks between Park and Madison Avenues. Offering a private garden, generous room proportions, and updated interiors, this residence delivers a rare combination of space, privacy, and location. This quiet, back-facing unit is set away from the street, providing a peaceful, neighborhood feel. The main level begins with a proper entry foyer and double closets that open into a west-facing living and dining room. A curved wall of bow windows fills the space with afternoon light. Built-in shelving, wood flooring, and a wood-burning fireplace anchor the room. A newly added bar with a wine refrigerator enhances the space and creates a natural area for entertaining. Closet storage is exceptional throughout the home, offering far more storage than typically found in comparable units. Adjacent to the living area is an eat-in kitchen with marble countertops, stainless steel appliances including a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a dishwasher, range, microwave, and a built-in banquette for casual dining. A built-in desk provides a functional workspace. A secondary bedroom with its windowed en-suite bath completes this level. The garden level functions as a full-floor primary suite. Large bow windows overlook the private outdoor space, bringing natural light through the room. The suite includes two closets, a vanity area, recessed lighting, and enough space for a king-sized layout. The windowed primary bathroom features a soaking tub, a separate stall shower, and direct access to the private garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. The private garden is for the exclusive use of this residence and offers a quiet area for dining, relaxing, or hosting outdoors. Additional features include central air conditioning, a responsive superintendent, and shared laundry accessible from the garden level. The home also includes an exclusive-use storage closet located directly next to the elevator just outside the front door. The cooperative is intimate and well maintained. Monthly maintenance includes real estate taxes. Located moments from Central Park, Madison Avenue's boutiques and galleries, the Carlyle, The Frick Collection, and neighborhood dining, this residence offers refined townhouse-style living in one of the Upper East Side's most distinguished settings.
  1. Listed by John Keenan • Serhant
    P: (347)-578-2868 C: (347)-578-2868 jkeenan@serhant.com
  2. Listed by Ravi Kantha • Serhant
    P: (914)-224-2191 C: (914)-224-2191 ravi@serhant.com

Property Details for 40 East 74th Street, Unit 1

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LISTING UPDATED: 12/18/2025 11:05 PM

Property Details for 40 East 74th Street, Unit 1

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20061319
Days on Market25
Taxes-
Maintenance$4,500 / month
Min. Down Pymt50%
Total Rooms6.0
Compass TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1930
CountyNew York County

Building

40 E 74th St

7 Units5 StoriesBuilt in 1930

Location

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Building Information for 40 East 74th Street, Unit 1

Building/Complex40 E 74th StFloor-Stories5Residences7Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details3Year Built1930Building AgePre-war

Payment Calculator

$10,674 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,174

Property Taxes

$0

Maintenance/Common Charges

$4,500

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Property Information for 40 East 74th Street, Unit 1

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Lenox Hill
  • Stories Total: 5
  • Exposures: West, North, South
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning Description: R8B
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0045
  • Tax Deduction Percent: 50.00%
  • Tax Block: 01388
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0045
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 0.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Building Features: Storage
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Laundry Features: InBasement
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • Common Interest: StockCooperative
  • Number Of Shares: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: HighRise
  • Property Condition: Good
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Appliances: WasherDryerAllowed
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Dining Type: Alcove
  • Kitchen Condition: Good
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: No
  • Bathroom Condition: Good
  • ElevatorsTotal: 1
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 7
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitYes
  • Attendance Type: ElevatorAttendanceYes
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 40 East 74th Street, Unit 1

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20061319

$1,999,000—
Jun 23, 2021

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10679425

$1,235,000—
Jun 23, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2021070900437001

$1,235,000—
Feb 25, 2021

Contract Signed

RLS RESO #RLS10679425

—
Oct 30, 2020

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10679425

$1,300,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/24/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20061319

$1,999,000
06/23/2021

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10679425

$1,235,000
06/23/2021

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2021070900437001

$1,235,000
02/25/2021

Contract Signed

RLS RESO #RLS10679425

—
10/30/2020

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10679425

$1,300,000

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Public Records for 40 East 74th Street, Unit 1

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Home Facts
APN1013880045

Schools near 40 East 74th Street, Unit 1

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 6 Lillie D Blake
Public - PK 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
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

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 40 East 74th Street, Unit 1, Lenox Hill

40 East 74th Street, Unit 1 is a co-op for sale in Lenox Hill. This property was listed for sale on November 24, 2025 by Serhant, it's currently listed at $1,999,000. It has been on the market for a total of 25 days and was last sold on June 23, 2021. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include P.S. 6 Lillie D Blake, Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 40 East 74th Street, Unit 1 is a 2-bed, 2-bath, co-op built in 1930.

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