53 West 85th Street
Description
53 West 85th Street – A Magnificently Renovated Single-Family Townhome
Perfectly positioned on a prime Central Park block, this stunning approximately 18-foot-wide Queen Anne-style home with stoop has been newly gut-renovated from top to bottom, blending historic charm with modern luxury, including chic finishes and functional details. With five en suite bedrooms across five sun-flooded floors and an elevator servicing all levels, this home...Also available furnished short or long-term at $50K/month.
53 West 85th Street – A Magnificently Renovated Single-Family Townhome
Perfectly positioned on a prime Central Park block, this stunning approximately 18-foot-wide Queen Anne-style home with stoop has been newly gut-renovated from top to bottom, blending historic charm with modern luxury, including chic finishes and functional details. With five en suite bedrooms across five sun-flooded floors and an elevator servicing all levels, this home offers unparalleled elegance and convenience. Garden Floor/Under the Stoop: The gourmet kitchen opens to a planted garden with awning and plumbed Weber grill. The kitchen features a waterfall quartzite island, top-of-the-line Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, two ovens plus a built-in MW, wine fridge, custom white cabinetry, extensive storage and butler’s pantry. Adjacent is a library/media room with pretty bay window, full bathroom and wet bar. The second floor sports the living room with ten-foot ceilings, decorative fireplace, views towards townhouse gardens and abundant restored historic detail. The adjacent dining room has a wet bar, and bay window facing sunny tree-lined West 85th Street. A beautifully renovated powder room on this floor is an additional complement. The third floor is home to a luxurious primary suite with a massive walk-in closet and giant spa bathroom with Corian soaking tub, walk-in shower with multiple shower heads, separate water closet with a smart toilet, and generous closet space. Fourth and Fifth Floors: Both floors are appointed with sunny en suite bedrooms, including one with a massive skylight, and both with generous closet space. Above the staircase is a magnificently restored stained glass skylight. Select Details: Exquisite interiors showcase wide-plank oak floors throughout, and abundant restored historic details. Smart home features include Lutron lighting, and multi-zoned central air conditioning. The private planted garden features an awning and plumbed gas grill, making it ideal for outdoor entertaining. Historical architectural details include bay windows on the garden and parlor floors, an ornate brick façade, and a pitched gable roofline. The fully renovated basement includes LG full size washer and dryer, space for a home gym and ample storage. Prime Upper West Side Location: Steps from Central Park, the Museum of Natural History, the NY Historical, scores of public and private schools, top restaurants, gourmet food shops (Whole Foods, Citarella, Fairway, Zabars, H Mart), clothing boutiques, many subways (B, C, 1, 2, 3 trains) and multiple bus lines. Move-in ready and awaiting its next discerning owner, 53 West 85th Street is a rare blend of grandeur, history, and contemporary sophistication. Co-exclusive.
- Listed by Cathy Taub • Sothebys International RealtyP: (212)-606-7772 C: (917)-855-8466 cathy.taub@sothebys.realty
Property Details for 53 West 85th Street
Property Details for 53 West 85th Street
| Status | Contract Signed |
|---|---|
| MLS ID | RLS20026523 |
| Days on Market | 258 |
| Taxes | $2,953 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 10.0 |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Single Family Townhouse |
| Year Built | 1901 |
| Lot Size | 1,788 SF / 18' x 102' |
| County | New York County |
Building
53 W 85th St
Location
Building Information for 53 West 85th Street
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$63,130 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$60,177
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Property Information for 53 West 85th Street
- Subdivision Name: Upper West Side
- Stories Total: 5
- Exposures: North, South
- Garage Spaces: 0.0
- Tax Lot: 0112
- Tax Block: 01199
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Building Tax Lot: 0112
- Tax Abatement YN: false
- Garage: No
- Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
- Building Area Total: 6075.0
- Building Area Units: SquareFeet
- Lot Features: Garden, NearPublicTransit
- Lot Size Dimensions: 18’ x 102’
- Living Area Units: SquareFeet
- Building Features: Elevators
- Building Exterior Features: Garden, OutdoorGrill
- Building Laundry Features: CommonArea, InUnit
- Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
- New Development: No
- Sponsor Unit: No
- Certificate Of Occupancy: No
- New Construction: No
- Structure Type: Townhouse
- Property Condition: Excellent
- Basement: Finished
- Exterior Features: Garden
- Spa: No
- Cooling: CentralAir
- Appliances: BarFridge, Dishwasher, DoubleOven, Dryer, Washer, WasherDryer, WasherDryerStacked
- Fireplace Features: Decorative
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Furnished: Unfurnished
- Interior Features: DoubleVanity, EatInKitchen, Elevator, HighCeilings, KitchenIsland, Pantry, SoakingTub, Storage, WalkInClosets, WetBar, WindowedKitchen
- Basement: Yes
- Cooling: Yes
- Heating: No
- Laundry Features: InUnit, LaundryRoom
- Bathroom Condition: Excellent
- ElevatorsTotal: 1
- Size Dimensions: 18’ x 56’
- Number Of Units Total: 1
- Pets Allowed: UnitYes
- Delivered Vacant: Yes
- Attendance Type: None
Property History for 53 West 85th Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | — | |
| 07/21/2025 | $10,975,000 | |
| 05/27/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $11,995,000 |
| 05/27/2025 | $11,995,000 | |
| 08/11/2022 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 08/11/2022 | $7,995,000 | |
| 05/31/2022 | Price Change Manual | $7,995,000 |
| 04/13/2022 | Listed (Active) Manual | $8,495,000 |
| 04/13/2022 | $8,495,000 | |
| 06/11/2021 | $8,888,888 | |
| 04/12/2021 | $8,888,888 | |
| 12/04/2015 | $7,050,000 | |
| 12/04/2015 | $7,050,000 | |
| 04/17/2015 | $8,200,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 53 West 85th Street
Schools near 53 West 85th Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 10 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
PS 84 Lillian Weber PublicPK to 5 | ||
Ms 243 Center School Public5 to 8 | ||
Urban Assembly School for Green Careers Public9 to 12 | ||
Innovation Diploma Plus Public10 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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