65 East 96th Street, Unit 15D
Description
This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home offers unobstructed city views and showcases the refined architectural craftsmanship of its era — featuring 9-foot beamed ceilings, herringbone hardwood floors, and classic moldings that reflect the timeless character of Carnegie Hill.
Upon entering, a gracious foyer opens to...Discover this exquisite and rarely available high-floor residence at The Gatsby, a beautifully restored full-service prewar condominium ideally located just one block from Central Park.
This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home offers unobstructed city views and showcases the refined architectural craftsmanship of its era — featuring 9-foot beamed ceilings, herringbone hardwood floors, and classic moldings that reflect the timeless character of Carnegie Hill.
Upon entering, a gracious foyer opens to an elegant living room with sweeping city vistas, seamlessly connected to a formal dining room—both generously proportioned and flooded with natural light, creating an ideal setting for grand entertaining or comfortable everyday living.
The windowed eat-in kitchen is a chef’s dream, outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances including a six-burner Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and Miele dishwasher. Granite countertops, ample cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, and custom banquette seating complete this warm and functional space.
A private corridor leads to the home’s bedroom wing, featuring three spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The corner primary suite enjoys double exposures with views of Central Park and the iconic Russian Orthodox Cathedral domes. Its newly renovated ensuite windowed bath exudes quiet luxury, complemented by a walk-in closet and elegant built-ins. The additional bedrooms are sunlit, well-proportioned, and offer open city views.
Thoughtfully renovated throughout, this residence blends modern comfort with classic prewar elegance, including the convenience of an in-unit washer/dryer.
Built in 1924, The Gatsby is one of Carnegie Hill’s most distinguished addresses, offering 24-hour doorman service, a live-in superintendent, fitness center, bike room, central laundry, private storage, and pet-friendly policies. Perfectly positioned near Central Park, fine dining, boutique shopping, and top cultural institutions, it embodies Upper East Side living at its finest.
A $244 monthly assessment is in place through December 2025. Listed taxes reflect the primary residence abatement.
PLEASE NOTE: Square footage is approximate and should be independently verified.
Amenities
- Full-Time Doorman
- Gym
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
- Washer
- Laundry in Building
Property Details for 65 East 96th Street, Unit 15D
| Status | Temporarily Off Market |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 35 |
| Taxes | $1,939 / month |
| Common Charges | $2,014 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 6.0 |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1924 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
65 E 96th St
Location
Building Information for 65 East 96th Street, Unit 15D
Payment Calculator
$19,513 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$15,560
$1,939
$2,014
Property History for 65 East 96th Street, Unit 15D
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/08/2025 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 11/03/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,799,000 |
| 08/05/2025 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 04/09/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,875,000 |
| 05/21/2024 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 03/22/2024 | Listed (Active) Manual | $3,050,000 |
| 09/05/2023 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 07/25/2023 | Price Change Manual | $2,950,000 |
| 04/10/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $3,000,000 |
| 11/18/2020 | $2,200,000 | |
| 11/17/2020 | — | |
| 11/16/2020 | $2,200,000 | |
| 11/16/2020 | $2,200,000 +3.2% / yr | |
| 10/01/2020 | — | |
| 09/30/2020 | $2,395,000 | |
| 09/11/2020 | $2,395,000 | |
| 09/10/2020 | $2,395,000 | |
| 10/05/2009 | Sold RLS #RPLU-219965989 | $1,550,000 |
| 10/05/2009 | $1,550,000 -2.5% / yr | |
| 07/31/2009 | Contract Signed RLS #RPLU-219965989 | $1,695,000 |
| 05/27/2009 | Price Change RLS #RPLU-219965989 | $1,695,000 |
| 04/25/2009 | Price Change RLS #RPLU-219965989 | $1,795,000 |
| 03/17/2009 | Price Change RLS #RPLU-219965989 | $1,895,000 |
| 03/06/2009 | Price Change RLS #RPLU-219965989 | $1,995,000 |
| 03/03/2009 | Listed (Active) RLS #RPLU-219965989 | $2,100,000 |
| 01/12/2005 | Sold RealPlus #6c3bc095731d5ac3ca57f23b35c8aa1fd103fd8d | $1,749,000 |
| 01/11/2005 | $1,749,000 | |
| 11/11/2004 | Contract Signed RealPlus #6c3bc095731d5ac3ca57f23b35c8aa1fd103fd8d | $1,749,000 |
| 09/24/2004 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #6c3bc095731d5ac3ca57f23b35c8aa1fd103fd8d | $1,749,000 |
| 06/17/2003 | Permanently Off Market RealPlus #080faafdd4e54ca380666c9d9bedb93a4f7f2733 | $1,645,000 |
| 04/23/2003 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #080faafdd4e54ca380666c9d9bedb93a4f7f2733 | $1,645,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 65 East 96th Street, Unit 15D
Schools near 65 East 96th Street, Unit 15D
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. 198 Isador E Ida Straus 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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