Bring your architect! 8 West 71st Street is a classic Renaissance Revival-style brownstone designed and constructed in 1892 by architect Gilbert A. Schellenger. The location is unparalleled - situated on a tree-lined townhouse block in the West 70s, just a stone's throw from Central Park and all that the prime Upper West Side has to offer. Features of the property include 20' of width, generous ceiling heights, abundant natural light, and beautifully maintained original details. Delivered vacant, the property offers the unique opportunity to create a luxurious single-family home in a the heart of the Upper West Side. Currently configured as 10 units, it offers a valuable investment opportunity or could be reconfigured for a live-with-income purchaser. 8 West 71st Street is conveniently located in close proximity to Lincoln Center, premier retail and dining, public transportation and top rated schools.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Prewar
Year Built: 1891
Living Area: 6,100 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc
Office Phone: (212) 371-8200
Listing Agent: Richard Pretsfelder
Agent Phone: (212) 371-8200
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Dryer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Washer
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 8
Total Bedroom Count: 8
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Exterior: Building Garden, Garden
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Garden
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $7,495,000
Price Per SqFt: $1,229/SqFt
HOA Fees:
Amount: $0
Frequency: Monthly
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P.S. 199 Jessie Isador Straus School
270 W 70th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.42 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
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P.S. 87 William Sherman School
160 W 78th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.44 miles
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P.S. 452 Manhattan
210 W 61st St
Distance between this listing and this school0.60 miles
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Middle School 245 Computer School (The)
100 W 77th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.37 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
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Anderson School (The)
100 W 77th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.37 miles
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Middle School 247 Dual Language Middle School
100 W 77th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.38 miles
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Special Music School
129 W 67th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.31 miles
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Manhattan/Hunter Science High School
245 Greenwich St
Distance between this listing and this school0.44 miles
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High School of Arts and Technology
439 W 49th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.44 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,366. Typical income of New York, NY residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 8 W 71st St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 8 W 71st St property is $7,495,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 8 W 71st St is a townhouse located in New York City, New York, 10023.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 8 W 71st St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 8 W 71st St has 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 8 W 71st St is 6,100 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
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This home is located at 8 W 71st St in New York City, NY and zip code 10023 in the Upper West Side neighborhood. This 6,100 square foot home was built in 1891. Features: 8 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 04, 2023 and is currently priced at $7,495,000.
While more than 269 listings in New York, NY in October 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 850 listings sold at asking price, and more than 833 were sold below. In October 2024 in New York, NY there were 1.8% more homes for sale than in September 2024. In October 2024 median list price was $856,124 and the average listing age was 84 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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