256 West 75th Street
Description
State-of-the-art features further enhance the comfort, including a hydraulic elevator to all 5 floors, a seamless smart-home control system & 10-zone heating/AC. Heightening the allure is abundant private outdoor space, comprised of a generous backyard garden, multiple terraces & a fabulous roof deck with awesome views.
The garden level, accessed by interior stairs & a separate street entrance, opens to a lovely rear patio & 475 sq ft south-facing landscaped garden, perfect for entertaining, with a BBQ kitchen, trellis & wood wall backdrop accented by lush green hedging. Or lounge indoors in the spacious 25+ ft living/media room with a wet bar for wine & beverages. Completing this level is a full bath, laundry room with full-size w/D & sink, storage room & abundant closets.
Beyond the main front doors awaits the airy parlor level that dazzles with soaring 11 ft ceilings & a gracious open layout. Relax with a coffee or cocktail in the living room, then invite guests to enjoy a meal in the dining area overlooking the peaceful garden. Sliding glass doors lead out to a terrace, with stairs descending to the garden. The top-of-the-line chef’s kitchen styled with custom cabinetry, a huge marble waterfall island, matching marble backsplash, and professional appliances by Wolf, Thermador & Miele inspires culinary creations.
Rising to the sleeping quarters is a sleek wood staircase with glass panels. Level three is reserved for the divine primary retreat presenting a bedroom with private terrace, makeup area & sizable walk-in dressing closet. In the hall is another huge custom-outfitted walk-in dressing closet, and a phenomenal marble-clad spa bath with an elongated vanity, freestanding soaking tub & oversized glass-enclosed shower.
The fourth story offers 2 serene bedrooms–one with an en-suite bath, the other with a sunny terrace & adjoining full bath. On the fifth floor are 2 bedrooms as well, each with a private terrace, sharing a full bath in the hall. Escape to the private roof deck with a BBQ area for dining, and savor the city sights.
Set on a sought-after street between Broadway & West End Avenue, this exceptional residence is a mere two blocks from Central Park & the Museum of Natural History, and one block from Riverside Park. Also close by is Fairway Market, great shops & restaurants, and the 1/2/3 trains at 72nd Street.
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Balcony
- Juliet Balcony
- Private Terrace
- Private Patio
- Private Yard
- Private Roof Deck
- Common Roof Deck
Property Details for 256 West 75th Street
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 147 |
| Taxes | $2,316 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 12.0 |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | House/Building |
| Year Built | 1886 |
| Lot Size | 1,938 SF / 19' x 102' |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
256 W 75th St
Location
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Building Information for 256 West 75th Street
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$46,729 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$44,413
$2,316
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1Property History for 256 West 75th Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 | Sold Manual | $8,100,000 |
| 05/30/2025 | $8,100,000 +13.5% / yr | |
| 04/04/2025 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 03/31/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $9,500,000 |
| 03/30/2025 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 01/22/2025 | Price Change Manual | $9,500,000 |
| 09/23/2024 | Listed (Active) Manual | $9,950,000 |
| 08/13/2024 | $10,960,000 | |
| 01/08/2024 | $10,960,000 | |
| 05/17/2022 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 03/24/2022 | Price Change Manual | $4,995,000 |
| 11/11/2021 | Listed (Active) Manual | $5,500,000 |
| 06/07/2021 | $5,445,000 | |
| 01/08/2021 | $5,495,000 | |
| 02/26/2019 | $3,675,000 | |
| 12/26/2018 | $4,300,000 | |
| 05/31/2018 | $5,500,000 | |
| 06/30/2014 | Temporarily Off Market ONEKEY #2617282 | $5,300,000 |
| 09/22/2013 | Listed (Active) ONEKEY #2617282 | $7,000,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 256 West 75th Street
Schools near 256 West 75th Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 87 William Sherman PublicPK to 5 | ||
Young Women's Leadership School Public6 to 12 | ||
High School for Arts, Imagination and Inquiry 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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