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166 East 61st Street, #18F

$2,250,000 | 2 beds, 2 baths
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320 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Jun 13, 2023
    Last Price Change: +55.2% ($800,000) on Mar 5
    Days on Market: 320
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Lenox Hill (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 888 times
Monthly Maintenance: $4,328
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $11,649
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $15,977
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 25% ($562,500), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Prime Location: This fully renovated residence is located in the highly sought-after Lenox Hill neighborhood, offering breathtaking views of the city and the iconic 59th Street Bridge.
  • Luxurious Living Space: The spacious corner unit features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, white oak herringbone floors, crown molding, and a fully renovated chef’s kitchen with soapstone countertops. The thoughtfully designed split bedroom layout ensures privacy.
  • Outdoor Oasis: The property boasts a stunning 1100+ square foot fully planted terrace designed by renowned landscape architect Amber Freda, with incredible Northern, Eastern, and Western exposures showcased through oversized windows.
  • Building Amenities: The full-service, white-glove cooperative offers a recently renovated lobby, 24-hour doorman, laundry facilities, a bike room, trunk storage, and a full-service garage. Pets are welcome and 75% financing is permitted.
  • Flexible Ownership: Pied-a-terre, guarantors, gifting and subletting after 2 years of residency are allowed, making this an ideal property for a variety of living situations.
  • Additional Features: The building, built in 1962 with 165 apartments and 20 floors, also includes a washer/dryer, elevator, live-in superintendent, terraces/balconies, discrete air-conditioners, sidewalk landscaping, and retail space on Third Avenue.

Description

Prepare to be enchanted as you step into this completely renovated residence, featuring a stunning 1100+ square foot fully planted terrace designed by renowned landscape architect Amber Freda. Elevated high above the city, this extraordinary home offers a spacious and luxurious living experience, accompanied by breathtaking views of the city and the iconic 59th Street Bridge. Welcome to 166 E 61st Street, Unit 18F, a remarkable co-op apartment in the coveted Lenox Hill neighborhood.

This exquisite home, boasting 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, is a true gem. With a wraparound terrace, this corner unit is a rare find. Upon entering, you are greeted by a gracious foyer that immediately captures your attention with its incredible Northern, Eastern, and Western exposures showcased through oversized windows in the living and dining room.

White oak herringbone floors and crown molding elegantly flow throughout the home, exuding timeless sophistication. The chef’s kitchen has been fully renovated, featuring soapstone countertops and an island that comfortably accommodates five guests. This well-equipped kitchen overlooks the windowed dining area, providing stunning open views of the city and the bridge.

The thoughtfully designed split bedroom layout ensures privacy and tranquility, with ample closet space lining the hallways leading to each bedroom. Additional closets within the bedrooms offer even more storage options. Both bathrooms have been tastefully renovated using high-end materials, resulting in a harmonious blend of beauty and functionality.

The master bedroom serves as a serene oasis, with a wall of sliding glass doors that open to a charming seating area on the terrace. For added privacy, the master bedroom can be closed off from the hallway. The second bedroom is generously sized and features a sitting area.

166 East 61st Street offers a full-service, white-glove cooperative living experience. The building features an impressive, recently renovated lobby and amenities such as a 24-hour doorman, laundry facilities, a bike room, and trunk storage. Pets are welcome, adding to the comfort and enjoyment of your new home.

Pied-a-terre, guarantors, gifting and subletting after 2 years of residency are allowed. 75% financing is permitted

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Apartment Amenities

  • River View

Listing Agent (Seller's Representative)

Listing courtesy of Serhant LLC

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About 166 East 61st Street

68

166 East 61st Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 68, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

22
Out of 44
+
23
Out of 36
+
14
Out of 39
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9
=
68
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Attractive 4 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
High-End 5 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Alterations:
Poorly Done 0 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
No, but OK 1 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Exists 1 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Discrete 1 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
Corner 1 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
Exists 1 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
No 0 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unified Design 1 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Attractive / Pleasant 3 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points
Views:
Open 2 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Considerable 1 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
5-9 2 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Some 1 out of 3 points
Health Club:
None 0 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
None 0 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Minimal 1 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
None 0 out of 1 points
Door Person:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
None 0 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Prewar:
No 0 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Resident Storage
  • Full Service Garage
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Good public transportation
  • Full-time doorman
  • Discrete air-conditioners
  • Garage
  • Bicycle room
  • Storage
  • Some terraces
  • Sidewalk landscaping
  • Retail space on Third Avenue
Cons
  • No gym
  • No concierge
  • No fitness center
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