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The Spencer Condominium,
1 East 62nd Street

Doorman condo located in Upper East Side, between Fifth Avenue & Madison Avenue

Recent Sales (2) $1,684 Avg. price/ft²
All Units in Building (12)

Apt. 5B

2 beds

2 baths

1,299 ft²

$2,280,000 -23.9%

$1,755

$2,995,000

Mar 9, 2023

Apt. 2A

2 beds

2 baths

2,109 ft²

$3,400,000 -15%

$1,612

$3,999,000

Jan 19, 2023

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Overview of The Spencer Condominium at 1 East 62nd Street

Spencer House, located at 1 East 62nd Street, is a magnificent limestone mansion designed in 1904 by esteemed architect Horace Trumbauer for John and Alice Troth Drexel. This 42-foot-wide townhouse is now home to 12 condominium apartments, including a legendary triplex penthouse that once belonged to comedian Joan Rivers. Known for its curved bay window with sweeping Central Park views, this penthouse featured a dramatic 23-foot-high living and dining room that reflected Ms. Rivers’ opulent yet authentic style.

Originally built as a single-family home, Spencer House was converted into apartments in the 1930s. Throughout its storied history, it has been home to notable residents, including Ernest Hemingway and Henry B. Clews. Trumbauer’s design legacy extends far beyond Spencer House; his other works include Lynnewood Hall in Pennsylvania, The Elms in Newport, and prominent Fifth Avenue mansions for James B. Duke and James Speyer.

The building's canopied entrance is flanked by landscaped sidewalks and a balustraded moat, leading into a spacious lobby that hints at the grandeur within. Its first floor features arched windows, and the building includes modern amenities such as a full-time doorman, central air conditioning, and an elevator. Pets are welcome, adding to its appeal.

Situated in a prime Upper East Side location, Spencer House offers residents not only elegant architecture but also proximity to Central Park, upscale shopping, and world-class dining.

Year Built

1910

Apartments

Floors

Pets: Allowed

Neighborhood

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. (Manhattan)

Min Down

20%

12Apartments

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Amenities

Attended Lobby
FT Doorman
Pre War
Walk Up
Central AC
Intercom
Elevator
In-Unit Washer/Dryer
Landmarked
Historic District

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Nearby Subways

at 5th Ave and 60th 0.15 miles

at Lexington Ave and 63rd 0.27 miles

at Lexington Ave and 60th 0.29 miles

at 5th Ave and 53rd 0.47 miles

Pros & Cons

Arched windows on first floor
Limestone house designed by Horace Trumbauer
Close to Subway
Canopied entrance
Sidewalk landscaping
Very large lobby
24-hour doorman
Few apartments
Some fireplaces

No fitness center
No concierge
No garage
No roof deck

CityRealty Rating

/44

Architecture

/36

Location

/39

Features

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Architecture

30+ remarkable

20-29 distinguished

11-19 average

< 11 below average
Location

27+ remarkable

18-26 distinguished

9-17 average

< 9 below average
Features

22+ remarkable

16-21 distinguished

9-15 average

< 9 below average
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Notable past and present residents at The Spencer Condominium

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between Central Park West & Columbus Avenue

Central Park West

The pinnacle of Upper West Side living. Exceptional condo residences with Central Park views and 50,000 SF of amenities. Early 2025 occupancy | 50% Sold

2 beds starting at $5,995,000
3 beds starting at $7,100,000
4 beds starting at $8,500,000
5 beds starting at $22,500,000
6+ beds starting at $85,000,000

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The Spencer Condominium,1 East 62nd Street

Doorman condo located in Upper East Side, between Fifth Avenue & Madison Avenue

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