Last Sold Price
2 beds1,608 sqft$1,399/sqft
135 West 70th Street, Unit 2E, Upper West Side
Building Info: The Pythian, 11 stories, Built 1923

Description

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
...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 CLOSED: 07/15/2026 12:00 AM

Listing Agents

  1. Brian Babst

    Brian Babst

    Listing Agent

    P: (646) 456-0034

  2. Daren Herzberg

    Daren Herzberg

    Alternative Listing Agent

    P: (917) 494-8909

  3. Sarah Jackson

    Sarah Jackson

    Alternative Listing Agent

    P: (310) 383-3854

Property Details for 135 West 70th Street, Unit 2E

Status
Days on Market
12
Pet Policy
Allowed
Taxes
$1,611 / month
Common Charges
$2,584 / month
Min. Down Pymt
10%
Total Rooms
5.0
Property Type
MLS Type
Condo
Year Built
1923
Buyer's Agent Compensation
2.5%

Amenities

  • Loft Style
  • Duplex
  • Doorman
  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Concierge
  • Built-Ins
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings

Location

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Building Information for 135 West 70th Street, Unit 2E

Building/ComplexThe PythianFloor2Stories11Residences87Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details3Year Built1923Building AgePre-war

Payment Calculator

$17,061 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,866

Property Taxes

$1,611

Maintenance/Common Charges

$2,584

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Property History for 135 West 70th Street, Unit 2E

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jul 16, 2026

Sold

Manual

$2,250,000
Jul 15, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2026072100395001

$2,250,000

+0.3% / yr

Jun 10, 2026

Contract Signed

Manual

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/16/2026

Sold

Manual

$2,250,000
07/15/2026

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2026072100395001

$2,250,000

+0.3% / yr

06/10/2026

Contract Signed

Manual

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

Taxable ValueLand$30,960Additions$137,927Total$168,887
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,290 SqFtLot Size11,247 SqFtYear Built0ZoningR8BAPN1011421016

Schools near 135 West 70th Street, Unit 2E

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 3.
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

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