Photo of Unit HOUSE at 218 E 31ST Street

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Photo of Unit HOUSE at 218 E 31ST Street
Photo of Unit HOUSE at 218 E 31ST Street
$4,995,000

218 East 31st Street #HOUSE, New York, NY 10016

Active
6
Beds
6
Baths
2
Half Baths
Est. Monthly
$24,527

Welcome to 218 East 31st Street – a beautifully renovated, 20'-wide Greek Revival style townhouse constructed in 1901. On the market for only the second time in more than half a century, this impeccably maintained home offers everything from a flexible layout that is limited only by your imagination, generously sized rooms, spectacular natural light, a massive and tranquil private garden, three wood burning fireplaces, recent home improvements (including new HVAC, whole house filtration system, boiler and piping), abundant storage throughout, and much more.

As you walk down the picturesque, tree-lined street, your eyes will be instantly drawn to the timeless red brick and brownstone facade with a quintessential high stoop and black wrought-iron railings along with a large forecourt and two separate entries. As you step inside this 5-floor townhome, you are greeted by gracious ceiling heights throughout, a coveted 20' of width, beautiful hardwood floors, and an abundance of natural light that pours in through oversized windows at all hours.

The heart of this three-family home is the compelling owner's triplex that occupies the garden and parlor floors, as well as a finished basement with a newly remodeled full bath that can serve as a home gym, media room, playroom, or extra bedroom. The unit's grand living and dining areas exude elegance and warmth – with a cozy fireplace, modern finishes, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the beautifully landscaped, southern-facing private backyard. This outdoor sanctuary is a true urban retreat, featuring a generous patio, lush greenery, mature trees, and ample space for al fresco dining, entertaining, or simply unwinding after a long day. The third and fourth floors each contain large two-bedroom, 1.5 bath floor-through apartments that are filled with natural light throughout the day. The property can be delivered vacant at closing, which presents discerning buyers the unique opportunity to incorporate the upper apartments into the owner's unit to create a stunning single-family dream home or a two-family investment property. In addition, 218 East 31st Street has more than 2,700 s.f. of unused FAR, offering the incredibly valuable optionality to add an additional floor/floors if desired. This home is move-in ready – with several recent improvements made to the house, which speak to the quality and care taken by its current owners.

Nestled on a charming, tree-lined townhouse block in the heart of Kips Bay, this prime location is steps from public transportation, the East River Esplanade, Trader Joe's, world-class dining and shopping options, and Grand Central Terminal and also offers immediate proximity to the vibrant Gramercy and NoMad districts. One of the distinct characteristics of this sought-after block is that 31st Street begins at 2nd Avenue, and the lack of through traffic ensures a quiet and safe atmosphere for residents. In a city where properties change hands frequently, don't miss your chance to own this rare find and create a legacy for generations to come.

Listing by

Sophie Smadbeck Lesliegarfield
Matthew Lesser Garfield, Leslie J. & Co., Inc.
Last updated: 12 days ago (RLS #PRCH-7527604)

Property Facts

Unit Size
4,000Ft²
Days on Market
158 days
Land Size
-
Price per sqft
$1,249
Property Type
Property
Property Taxes
-
Year Built
1901
HOA Dues
-

Home Amenities

Air Conditioning

Fireplace


Property Details

Interior

    Bedroom Information

  • Bedrooms: 6

    Bathroom Information

  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 2

    Interior Information

  • Interior Features: Eatin Kitchen
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer Dryer Allowed, Washer

    Room Information

  • Rooms: 10

    Fireplace Information

  • Has Fireplace
  • Wood Burning
Exterior

    Property Information

  • Year Built: 1901

    Lot Information

  • Lot Size Dimensions: 20.0 x 98.75
Utilities

    Utilities Information

  • Cooling Type: Central Air

Price History

Date/Event Event Price
Apr 20, 2023 Listed by Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc Listed by Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc $4,995,000

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Comparables

Unit
Status
Type
Beds
Baths
ft²
Price/ft²
Asking Price
Listed On
Closing Price
Sold On
HOA + Taxes
Townhouse
6 Beds
5 Baths
-
$5,200,000 Apr 21, 2021
$5,200,000 May 24, 2021
-
House
4 Beds
4 Baths
4,148 ft²
$1,122/ft²
$4,653,000 May 18, 2022
$4,653,000 Oct 24, 2022
-
House
5 Beds
5 Baths
-
$4,995,000 May 3, 2018
$4,995,000 Jan 23, 2019
-
House
5 Beds
5 Baths
-
$4,200,000 Jun 7, 2021
$4,200,000 Jan 31, 2022
-
Townhouse
5 Beds
3 Baths
-
$4,687,500 May 7, 2018
$4,687,500 Jun 26, 2019
-
Condo
3 Beds
4 Baths
2,025 ft²
$2,261/ft²
$4,579,000 Jul 12, 2016
$4,579,000 Mar 31, 2017
$4,823/mo
Multifamily
6 Beds
5 Baths
4,240 ft²
$1,215/ft²
$5,150,000 Feb 21, 2023
-
-
House
6 Beds
5 Baths
4,500 ft²
$1,097/ft²
$4,935,000 Mar 9, 2023
-
-
House
6 Beds
6 Baths
5,800 ft²
$948/ft²
$5,500,000 Jan 8, 2020
-
-
Multifamily
3 Beds
2 Baths
3,780 ft²
$1,429/ft²
$5,400,000 Nov 7, 2022
-
-
Co-op
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,400 ft²
$1,471/ft²
$5,000,000 Apr 6, 2023
-
$3,233/mo
House
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,880 ft²
$1,082/ft²
$4,200,000 Feb 27, 2023
-
-

Sales History

Unit
Beds
Baths
ft2
Listed By
Brokerage
Asking
Common Charges
Listed
Listing Status
Closed
Days on Market
Closing
Above/Below Asking
Buyers
6 Beds
6 Baths
4,000 ft²
Brokerage
Garfield, Leslie J. & Co., Inc.
Asking
$4,995,000
Listed
Apr 20, 2023
Listing Status
Active
Closed
View Listing
Days on Market
-
Closing
-
Above/Below Asking
-
Buyers
-
-
Stu
-
-
Listed By
-
Brokerage
Asking
-
Listed
-
Listing Status
Closed
Jul 8, 2010
Days on Market
-
Closing
$2,995,000
Above/Below Asking
-
-
Stu
-
-
Listed By
-
Brokerage
Asking
-
Listed
-
Listing Status
Closed
Jun 8, 1966
Days on Market
-
Closing
-
Above/Below Asking
-
-
Stu
-
-
Listed By
-
Brokerage
Asking
-
Listed
-
Listing Status
Closed
Feb 8, 1966
Days on Market
-
Closing
-
Above/Below Asking
-
Unit
Beds
Baths
ft2
Listed By
Brokerage
Asking
Common Charges
Listed
Listing Status
Price/ft²
Floorplans
6 Beds
6 Baths
4,000 ft²
Brokerage
Garfield, Leslie J. & Co., Inc.
Asking
$4,995,000
Listed
Apr 20, 2023
Listing Status
Active
Price/ft²
-
Floorplans
-
Unit
Beds
Baths
ft2
Listed By
Brokerage
Asking
Common Charges
Listed
Listing Status
Price/ft²
Floorplans
Unit
Beds
Baths
ft2
Listed By
Brokerage
Asking
Common Charges
Listed
Listing Status
Closed
Days on Market
Closing
Above/Below Asking
Buyers
-
Stu
-
-
Listed By
-
Brokerage
Asking
-
Listed
-
Listing Status
Closed
Jul 8, 2010
Days on Market
-
Closing
$2,995,000
Above/Below Asking
-
-
Stu
-
-
Listed By
-
Brokerage
Asking
-
Listed
-
Listing Status
Closed
Jun 8, 1966
Days on Market
-
Closing
-
Above/Below Asking
-
-
Stu
-
-
Listed By
-
Brokerage
Asking
-
Listed
-
Listing Status
Closed
Feb 8, 1966
Days on Market
-
Closing
-
Above/Below Asking
-

Building Info

218 East 31st Street 218 East 31st Street, New York, NY 10016
  • 3 Units
  • 1 Unit for Sale
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