38 East 73rd Street

























Description
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
Property Details for 38 East 73rd Street
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 55 |
| Taxes | $10,242 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | - |
| Total Rooms | 14.0 |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | House/Building |
| Year Built | 1899 |
| Lot Size | 1,396 SF / 17' x 82' |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
38 E 73rd St
Location
Building Information for 38 East 73rd Street
Payment Calculator
$35,830 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$25,588
$10,242
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Property History for 38 East 73rd Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | Sold Manual | $5,250,000 |
| 12/22/2025 | $5,250,000 -32.2% / yr | |
| 10/31/2025 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 09/05/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $7,250,000 |
| 05/02/2025 | $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
Schools near 38 East 73rd Street
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 |
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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