38 East 73rd Street

5,340 Sq. Ft.
$983 / Sq. Ft.
5,340
Sq. Ft.
$983
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Upper East Side Townhouse – Rare Opportunity
An exceptional opportunity awaits at 38 East 73rd Street, a five-story townhouse with over 5,300 square feet of living space. This property offers the blank canvas to design and complete your dream home in one of Manhattan’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
38 East 73rd is a Neo-Grec/Queen Anne style townhouse built in 1899 and designed by Charles Buek & Co,. A renowned architect of the day that designed homes for New York’s Elite primarily focusing on
...Upper East Side Townhouse – Rare Opportunity

An exceptional opportunity awaits at 38 East 73rd Street, a five-story townhouse with over 5,300 square feet of living space. This property offers the blank canvas to design and complete your dream home in one of Manhattan’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

38 East 73rd is a Neo-Grec/Queen Anne style townhouse built in 1899 and designed by Charles Buek & Co,. A renowned architect of the day that designed homes for New York’s Elite primarily focusing on Upper East Side townhouses. This townhouse is nestled on a quintessential picturesque tree lined street.

Property Overview

Size: Approx. 5,340 sq. ft.
Lot Dimensions: 17’ x 82’
Building Depth: 60’
Layout: 7 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms | 2 powder rooms
Zoning: C5-1 (Special Madison Preservation District) – allows residential, commercial, and community facility use
Status: Landmark within the Upper East Side Historic District

Situated between Madison and Park Avenue, this townhouse offers a rare combination of privacy and convenience. Just one block from Central Park. Outside your door are luxury boutiques along Madison Avenue, world-class galleries, and Manhattan’s finest dining, the home is perfectly positioned at the heart of the Upper East Side.

38 East 73rd Street is a rare find—priced below market value to attract motivated buyers. With its landmark status, historic character, and unmatched location, this property is an ideal canvas for creating a truly bespoke Upper East Side residence.

Amenities

  • Common Outdoor Space
  • Walk Up
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Voice Intercom
  • Midrise
  • Security System
LISTING UPDATED: 12/23/2025 09:01 AM

Property Details for 38 East 73rd Street

StatusSold
Days on Market55
Taxes$10,242 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms14.0
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeHouse/Building
Year Built1899
Lot Size1,396 SF / 17' x 82'
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Building

38 E 73rd St

3 Units5 StoriesBuilt in 1899
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Building Information for 38 East 73rd Street

Stories5Residences3Year Built1899Building Size17' x 60'Building Sq. Ft5,100 SFLot Size1,396 SF / 17' x 82'Building AgeNew DevelopmentBuilding TypeTownhouse

Payment Calculator

$35,830 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$25,588

Property Taxes

$10,242

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property History for 38 East 73rd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Dec 22, 2025

Sold

Manual

$5,250,000
Dec 22, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2025122900961001

$5,250,000

-32.2% / yr

Oct 31, 2025

Contract Signed

Manual

Sep 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$7,250,000
May 2, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2025050800933001

$6,735,749
Aug 15, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10984800

$7,500,000
Jul 12, 2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10984800

$8,900,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/22/2025

Sold

Manual

$5,250,000
12/22/2025

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2025122900961001

$5,250,000

-32.2% / yr

10/31/2025

Contract Signed

Manual

09/05/2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$7,250,000
05/02/2025

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2025050800933001

$6,735,749
08/15/2024

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10984800

$7,500,000
07/12/2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10984800

$8,900,000

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

Public Records for 38 East 73rd Street

Taxable ValueLand$304,560Additions$392,940Total$697,500
Tax Record2025$115,949 ($9,662 / month) Tax Class1Tax Rate20.085%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt5,316 SqFtLot Size1,397 SqFtYear Built1899ZoningC5-1APN1013870049

Schools near 38 East 73rd Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
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

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