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212 East 70th Street
Last updated on Feb 7, 2026

212 East 70th Street

212 East 70th Street is a pre-war condominium building in Manhattan's Upper East Side, built in 1900 and converted in 1983. The 5-story building contains 20 units and offers amenities such as in-unit washer/dryer, fireplaces, live-in superintendent, and terraces/balconies.

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Overview of 212 East 70th Street

212 East 70th Street is a prewar brownstone condominium built in 1900 and converted in 1983, offering a rare alternative to the typical high rise buildings that dominate the Upper East Side. Located on a tree lined block in Lenox Hill between Second and Third Avenues, the five story walkup contains just 20 units and maintains much of its original character with exposed brick walls, decorative fireplaces, and 12 foot ceilings in many apartments. The building allows pets, permits unlimited subleasing, and welcomes pied-à-terre ownership, making it particularly attractive to investors and part time residents.

The building features an interesting mix of layouts, including several duplex units and penthouses with private terraces offering open city views. Many apartments have been recently renovated while preserving prewar details, with modern kitchens, updated bathrooms, and in-unit washer/dryers. Notable units include a 2 bedroom plus den with over 1,600 square feet and a private entrance, and multiple penthouse duplexes with custom spiral staircases leading to upper level bedrooms that open onto private roof decks. One parlor level apartment features a rare private garden. Common features across units include hardwood floors, high ceilings, generous natural light from oversized windows, and ample closet space, with several apartments outfitted with custom California Closets.

The location provides convenient access to the Q train at 72nd Street and the 6 train at Hunter College, along with easy bus connections. Residents are within walking distance of Central Park, The Frick Museum, and popular neighborhood shops including Citarella, Gracious Home, and Target. The building maintains low monthly common charges and offers remote intercom service with a live-in superintendent.

Doorman
None
Type
Condo
Year Built
1900
Converted: 1983
Apartments
Floors
5
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
Min Down
20%

Amenities

  • Brownstone
  • Pre War
  • Walk Up
  • Central AC
  • Garden
  • Intercom
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
  • Fireplaces
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies
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  1. 6
at Lexington Ave 0.16 miles
  1. F
at Lexington Ave and 63rd 0.36 miles
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  2. Q
  3. R
  4. 4
  5. 5
at 3rd Ave and 60th 0.49 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Prewar brownstone with exposed brick walls and decorative fireplaces
  • Tree lined street location in Lenox Hill
  • Pet friendly building
  • Unlimited subleasing allowed
  • Pied-à-terre ownership permitted
  • Low monthly common charges
  • Private terraces and roof decks in select units
  • In-unit washer/dryer in many apartments
  • Close to Q train at 72nd Street and 6 train at Hunter College
  • Walking distance to Central Park
  • Near Citarella, Gracious Home, and Target
  • Live-in superintendent
  • Remote intercom service
  • Private garden in select units
  • 12 foot ceilings
  • Ample closet space with custom California Closets
  • Central AC in renovated units
  • Modern renovated kitchens and bathrooms
  • Walk up building with no elevator
  • Five story building requires climbing multiple flights

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