135 West 70th Street, Unit 2E
Description
The main level, with newly-refinished wide plank hardwood floors, is organized as a single architectural sweep: an open living and dining area with dramatic verticality, anchored by a streamlined kitchen...Welcome home to Residence 2E at The Pythian, an artist’s loft–style duplex where volume, light, and greenery define the experience. Ceiling heights exceeding 16 feet frame a wall of double-height windows, drawing in dappled sunlight through the canopy of a mature sugar maple just beyond the glass.
The main level, with newly-refinished wide plank hardwood floors, is organized as a single architectural sweep: an open living and dining area with dramatic verticality, anchored by a streamlined kitchen with counter seating, integrated appliances by Bertazzoni and Bosch, and adjoining butler’s pantry with wine storage for gracious entertaining. A quiet corner primary suite with en-suite bath is tucked away from the public spaces, maintaining a clear separation between private and social zones.
A wrapped stair leads to a full-height mezzanine level floating above the main room, overlooking the double-height volume below. This lofted space nearly exceeds 700 sf, functioning as a flexible second living area plus a proper bedroom area, There’s a dedicated home office, full bath with glass shower, washer/dryer, and a substantial walk-in storage room as well.
Set between Central Park and Riverside Park on beloved West 70th Street central to the Upper West Side’s Gold Coast, The Pythian offers full-service condominium living with a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, fitness center, playroom, and storage, along with notably low monthly carrying costs for its caliber and location. Designed in 1927 by Thomas W. Lamb and later home to legendary Decca Records, the building remains one of the neighborhood’s most recognizable landmarks, distinguished by its bold façade and cinematic presence.
Listing Agents
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P: (646)-456-0034
![Daren Herzberg]()
P: (917)-494-8909
![Sarah Jackson]()
P: (310)-383-3854
Amenities
- Loft Style
- Duplex
- Doorman
- Full-Time Doorman
- Concierge
- Built-Ins
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
- Laundry in Building
- Central AC
- Dishwasher
- Foyer
- Home Office
- Dining Alcove
- Library / Den
- Renovated Kitchen and Bath
- Northern Exposure
- Walk-in Closet
- Bike Room
- Common Storage
- Central Heating
- Midrise
- Highrise
Property Details for 135 West 70th Street, Unit 2E
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 5 |
| Pet Policy | Allowed |
| Taxes | $1,611 / month |
| Common Charges | $2,584 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 5.0 |
| Property Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | Condo |
| Year Built | 1923 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
The Pythian
Location
Building Information for 135 West 70th Street, Unit 2E
Payment Calculator
$16,809 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
$12,614
$1,611
$2,584
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1Property History for 135 West 70th Street, Unit 2E
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/29/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,250,000 |
| 12/18/2017 | $2,200,000 | |
| 12/18/2017 | $2,200,000 +2.7% / yr | |
| 09/07/2017 | $2,295,000 | |
| 04/18/2007 | $1,650,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 135 West 70th Street, Unit 2E
Schools near 135 West 70th Street, Unit 2E
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | K to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 199 Jessie Isador Straus PublicK to 5 | ||
Special Music School PublicK to 12 | ||
Manhattan/Hunter Science High School 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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