6 beds6,901 sqft$565/sqft
219 East 49th Street, Midtown East
Est: $27,048/moGet pre-approved

Description

Bahaus-Moderne Masterpiece...
Only the third time on the market since it was built, be the proud new owner of the historic Morris Sanders House featured in the March 1936 edition of "Architecture Forum" when newly built. This home is one of the few surviving structures that bridge the Bauhaus and Moderne movements. The property even has its own Wikipedia entry! https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/219_East_49th_Street. Is also was recently featured in Curbed: https://www.curbed.com/article/modern-landmarked-townhouse-219-east-49th-morris-b-sanders
...Bahaus-Moderne Masterpiece...

Only the third time on the market since it was built, be the proud new owner of the historic Morris Sanders House featured in the March 1936 edition of "Architecture Forum" when newly built. This home is one of the few surviving structures that bridge the Bauhaus and Moderne movements. The property even has its own Wikipedia entry! https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/219_East_49th_Street. Is also was recently featured in Curbed: https://www.curbed.com/article/modern-landmarked-townhouse-219-east-49th-morris-b-sanders

All original details are intact and await to be lovingly restored in this nearly 6,900/sf, 6-story home with a garden, roof terrace, and full basement (not included in the square footage). Abutting the property is the historic public garden Amster Yard (said to have been the terminal stop of the Boston Stage Coach on the Eastern Post Road in the 18th Century).

Ideal for an end-user (who may want rental income), consulate, foundation, or a family office.

Restore to the original setup below or reconfigure as needed.

First Floor: Office with design room and private garden.

Second and Third Floor: Duplex apartment consisting of living room, dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 fireplaces, and ample closet space.

Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Floors Triplex apartment consisting of living room, dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 fireplaces, ample closet space, and private roof terrace.

Located on the historic Audrey Hepburn block, the homes were originally owned by artists, fashion designers, and actors. Currently, the consulates of Peru and Ukraine are on the block as well as the expansive Instituto Cervantes.

Close to destination landmarks (including the United Nations and newly restored Waldorf Astoria) and all major transportation (including Grand Central Terminal).
LISTING UPDATED: 07/21/2026 12:06 AM

Property Details for 219 East 49th Street

Days on Market
114
Taxes
$4,747 / month
Maintenance
-
Min. Down Pymt
10%
Total Rooms
16.0
Property Type
MLS Type
-
Year Built
1910
Lot Size
1,443 SF
Buyer's Agent Compensation
2.5%

Amenities

  • Working Fireplace
  • Midrise

Location

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Building Information for 219 East 49th Street

Stories6Residences4Year Built1910Building Size19.5' x 59'Building Sq. Ft6,903 SFLot Size1,443 SFBuilding Age-Building Type-

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$27,048 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$22,301

Property Taxes

$4,747

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

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Property History for 219 East 49th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
May 15, 2026

Contract Signed

Manual

Mar 16, 2026

Price Change

Manual

$3,900,000
Jan 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,395,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/15/2026

Contract Signed

Manual

03/16/2026

Price Change

Manual

$3,900,000
01/21/2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,395,000

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

Schools near 219 East 49th 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. 59 Beekman Hill International
PublicPK to 5

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch
Public6 to 8

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