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$35,000 Total Monthly Price

38 E 70th St

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New York, NY 10021

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Beds Baths Average SF
6 Bedrooms 6 Bedrooms 6 Br 4.5 Baths 4.5 Baths 4.5 Ba 5,000 SF

About This Property

Upper East Side Jewel. Designed by Charles Graham circa 1884, this exquisite five-story townhouse boasts 5,000 square feet of stunning original splendor with six bedrooms and four and a half baths in mint condition. Occupied by the same family since 1907 and lovingly preserved, this brownstone features sun-filled south and north exposures, dramatically high ceilings, original wood cabinetry, skylights and eight fireplaces. Enter through an elegant foyer to the grand parlor level featuring a study, gallery, formal living room with wood burning fireplace, dining room with skylight and butler's pantry. The garden level with direct street access boasts a superb Chef's kitchen and breakfast room, den, powder room and private garden. The top three floors each boast two bedrooms with crown moldings and large bay windows and a full bath. A basement with abundant storage, washer/dryer and full bath complete this desirable floorplan. Outfitted with state-of-the-art communications and alarm systems, central air conditioning and a fifty-case wine cellar, 38 East 70th Street marries the inimitable charm of a bygone era with every modern convenience. Located on a prime Upper East Side block, this spectacular home is steps from Madison Avenue's fine restaurants, shops, museums, Central Park and several forms of transportation. Pets are permitted. Call or Text Jolei to make an appointment today!

38 E 70th St is a townhome located in New York County and the 10021 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District # 2 attendance zone.

Location
38 E 70th St, New York,
NY 10021
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Neighborhood

Welcome to NYC’s Upper East Side, a neighborhood renowned for its posh reputation. Made up of several smaller communities, renters can choose from Carnegie Hill, Lenox Hill, and Yorkville. If you’re looking to find an apartment in NYC’s Upper East Side, you may already know that they are notorious for their luxury amenities and high price points. However, apartments at more affordable price points can be found in the neighborhood as well.

Wondering if it’s a good idea to make the move to the Upper East Side? First understand what the neighborhood has in store. This notable neighborhood offers a variety of attractions for residents and visitors alike. Stroll through the sidewalks of Museum Mile and explore the countless local restaurants and specialty boutiques. Make a stop at the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art, and take in New York’s famous Fifth Avenue.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Hunter College
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Marymount Manhattan College
Walk: 6 min 0.4 mi
Weill Cornell Medical College
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
LIM College
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
38 E 70th St is within 4 minutes or 0.2 mile from Hunter College. It is also near Marymount Manhattan College and Weill Cornell Medical College.
Schools
Ella Baker School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
East Side Elementary School, PS 267
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Attendance Zone
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Rabbi Arthur Schneier Park East Day School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Buckley School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
Dominican Academy
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in New York include 68 Street-Hunter College, located 0.2 mile from 38 E 70th St. 38 E 70th St is near LaGuardia, located 7.4 miles or 17 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 16.0 miles or 24 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
68 Street-Hunter College
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
72 St
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Lexington Avenue-63 Street
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
77 Street (4,6 Line)
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Lexington Av/59 St
Walk: 12 min 0.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Grand Central
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Grand Central Terminal
Drive: 5 min 1.4 mi
33 St (Path)
Drive: 7 min 2.5 mi
New York Penn Station (Njt)
Drive: 7 min 2.5 mi
Long Island City Station
Drive: 9 min 3.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
LaGuardia
 Drive: 17 min 7.4 mi
Newark Liberty International
 Drive: 24 min 16.0 mi

Walkability Near 38 E 70th St New York, NY 10021

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40 / 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 38 E 70th St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Grand Central Terminal
Drive: 5 min 1.4 mi
E Walk
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Port Authority Bus Terminal
Drive: 7 min 2.3 mi
38 E 70th St has 3 shopping centers within 2.3 miles, which is about a 7-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Central Park Zoo
 Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Central Park
 Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
St. Catherine's Park
 Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Sony Wonder Technology Lab
 Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
John Jay Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
38 E 70th St has 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including Central Park Zoo, Central Park, and St. Catherine's Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Lenox Hill Hospital
Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Hospital for Special Surgery
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
New York - Presbyterian Hospital
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
38 E 70th St has 3 hospitals within 0.8 mile, the nearest is Lenox Hill Hospital which is 0.5 mile away and a 8 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Governors Island Support Center
Drive: 18 min 8.6 mi
Military Ocean Terminal
Drive: 29 min 14.0 mi
38 E 70th St is 8.6 miles from Governors Island Support Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Military Ocean Terminal.

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