159 E 63rd St
New York, NY 10065
Upper East Side
7 Beds
6 Baths
7 Beds
6 Baths
Home Highlights
Outdoor
Yes
HOA
None
Listed
37 days ago
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Description
159 East 63rd Street
Prime Lenox Hill Investment Opportunity
20' x 100' Lot | Approx. 5,500 SF | Three Units Full Floorthru Garden & 2 Duplex Units
159 East 63rd Street presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully occupied, cash flowing townhouse asset in one of Manhattan’s most established residential corridors. Located mid block between Lexington and Third Avenues, this classic Upper East Side townhouse offers immediate income with meaningful long term upside, supported by a highly flexible unit mix and voluminous layouts that consistently attract premium renters.
The property is configured as three distinct rental units, each with strong tenant appeal, generous proportions, and unique outdoor space—an uncommon and highly valuable combination in this market.
Garden Level – 1BR / 1BA with Exclusive Private Garden
Live/Work Permitted
A highly desirable floor through garden apartment offering exceptional scale, privacy, and exclusive use of a serene townhouse garden. Classic architectural details—including two wood burning fireplaces, hardwood oak floors, a gracious entry foyer, and a step down living room with high ceilings—are complemented by a renovated kitchen and bath.
The full width living room opens through French doors directly to the garden, while the south facing bedroom easily accommodates a king size bed with excellent storage. With street level access and live/work or professional use permitted, this unit has historically attracted long term, high quality tenants, including prior use by a private art dealer.
Duplex 2/3 – Approx. 2,000 SF with Private Terrace
This unique duplex occupies the parlor and second floors and offers a layout rarely found in rental inventory. The parlor level features an oversized living room with 11 foot ceilings, tall townhouse garden–facing windows, a wood burning fireplace, en suite bedroom, powder room, and washer/dryer.
An interior staircase leads to the upper level, where a chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances opens into a dining room / den with a second wood burning fireplace. Just beyond is a 200+ square foot private terrace overlooking neighboring gardens—ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Two additional bedrooms with southern exposure and a full bath complete the floor.
This unit’s size, layout, and outdoor space consistently command strong rental demand.
Duplex 4/5 – Full Floor Living with Roof Terrace
A sun flooded, glamorous duplex ideal for family occupancy or executive rental. The fourth floor includes three bedrooms, two renovated bathrooms, and an in unit washer/dryer. The fifth floor is loft like and expansive, featuring a skylit living room with wood burning fireplace and a generously scaled dining area that comfortably seats ten.
Two small balconies plus a private, south facing roof terrace provide rare outdoor exposure at the top of the townhouse. No elevator and no board approval required, ensuring ease of tenancy and operational flexibility.
Investment Highlights
Three fully occupied rental units with diversified layouts
Immediate income with long term value stability
Prime Upper East Side location with sustained rental demand
Large 20' townhouse footprint and voluminous floor through layouts
Multiple private outdoor spaces across units
Live/work flexibility enhances tenant pool
Significant upside potential through rent growth, repositioning, or future redevelopment
Bottom Line
159 East 63rd Street offers a seamless investment opportunity combining current cash flow, architectural character, and the enduring value of townhouse ownership in the Upper East Side. With strong in place income and clear avenues for future growth, this property is well suited for investors seeking both stability and upside in one of Manhattan’s most resilient residential markets.
Prime Lenox Hill Investment Opportunity
20' x 100' Lot | Approx. 5,500 SF | Three Units Full Floorthru Garden & 2 Duplex Units
159 East 63rd Street presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully occupied, cash flowing townhouse asset in one of Manhattan’s most established residential corridors. Located mid block between Lexington and Third Avenues, this classic Upper East Side townhouse offers immediate income with meaningful long term upside, supported by a highly flexible unit mix and voluminous layouts that consistently attract premium renters.
The property is configured as three distinct rental units, each with strong tenant appeal, generous proportions, and unique outdoor space—an uncommon and highly valuable combination in this market.
Garden Level – 1BR / 1BA with Exclusive Private Garden
Live/Work Permitted
A highly desirable floor through garden apartment offering exceptional scale, privacy, and exclusive use of a serene townhouse garden. Classic architectural details—including two wood burning fireplaces, hardwood oak floors, a gracious entry foyer, and a step down living room with high ceilings—are complemented by a renovated kitchen and bath.
The full width living room opens through French doors directly to the garden, while the south facing bedroom easily accommodates a king size bed with excellent storage. With street level access and live/work or professional use permitted, this unit has historically attracted long term, high quality tenants, including prior use by a private art dealer.
Duplex 2/3 – Approx. 2,000 SF with Private Terrace
This unique duplex occupies the parlor and second floors and offers a layout rarely found in rental inventory. The parlor level features an oversized living room with 11 foot ceilings, tall townhouse garden–facing windows, a wood burning fireplace, en suite bedroom, powder room, and washer/dryer.
An interior staircase leads to the upper level, where a chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances opens into a dining room / den with a second wood burning fireplace. Just beyond is a 200+ square foot private terrace overlooking neighboring gardens—ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Two additional bedrooms with southern exposure and a full bath complete the floor.
This unit’s size, layout, and outdoor space consistently command strong rental demand.
Duplex 4/5 – Full Floor Living with Roof Terrace
A sun flooded, glamorous duplex ideal for family occupancy or executive rental. The fourth floor includes three bedrooms, two renovated bathrooms, and an in unit washer/dryer. The fifth floor is loft like and expansive, featuring a skylit living room with wood burning fireplace and a generously scaled dining area that comfortably seats ten.
Two small balconies plus a private, south facing roof terrace provide rare outdoor exposure at the top of the townhouse. No elevator and no board approval required, ensuring ease of tenancy and operational flexibility.
Investment Highlights
Three fully occupied rental units with diversified layouts
Immediate income with long term value stability
Prime Upper East Side location with sustained rental demand
Large 20' townhouse footprint and voluminous floor through layouts
Multiple private outdoor spaces across units
Live/work flexibility enhances tenant pool
Significant upside potential through rent growth, repositioning, or future redevelopment
Bottom Line
159 East 63rd Street offers a seamless investment opportunity combining current cash flow, architectural character, and the enduring value of townhouse ownership in the Upper East Side. With strong in place income and clear avenues for future growth, this property is well suited for investors seeking both stability and upside in one of Manhattan’s most resilient residential markets.
Contact this Building
Open House
Wednesday, July 22
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listing by: Sotheby's International Realty, (646) 284-8048
Matthew Perceval
Dana Kirshenbaum
Source: StreetEasy, MLS#S1833875
Home Details for 159 E 63rd St
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MLS Status: Active |
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 16 |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms (full): 5Number of Bathrooms (half): 2 |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer/DryerDishwasher |
Heating & Cooling No Cooling |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood |
View Has a ViewView: City, Garden, Skyline |
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Exterior Home Features Patio / Porch: Other, TerraceExterior: Balcony, Garden, TerraceGarden |
Parking & Garage No Garage |
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Days on Market: 37 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1920 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Townhouse |
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Price List Price: $8,250,000 |
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Direction & Address City: ManhattanCommunity: Lenox Hill |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: S1833875 |
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HOA Fee: No HOA Fee |
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Special Conditions: Resale |
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Mls Number: S1833875Listing Url |
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STREETEASY Property ID: 73335STREETEASY Building ID: 24923 |
Market trends in Upper East Side
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$1.23M
$38.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$1.33K
$4MoM
Available listings
1174
36MoM
Price History for 159 E 63rd St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2026 | $8,500 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 06/15/2026 | $8,250,000 | Listed For Sale | StreetEasy #S1833875 |
| 02/26/2025 | $6,950 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals |
| 02/11/2025 | $6,950 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 06/27/2023 | ListingRemoved | Zillow Rentals | |
| 05/18/2023 | $6,900 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 06/05/2018 | $13,450 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 05/04/2018 | $13,450 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
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Comparable Sales for 159 E 63rd St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.10 | Townhouse | $10,700,000 | 02/17/26 | 5 | 5 | 6,000 | |
0.18 | Townhouse | $7,500,000 | 06/04/26 | 5 | 6.5 | 4,106 | |
0.59 | Townhouse | $1,260,000 | 08/01/25 | 7 | 6 | 3,652 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 159 E 63rd St.
- Vanguard High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 395 Students
1/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI just read my past review of this school from July 2015. To be honest after everything I have heard about the school now I came to the conclusion that students and some parents are placing the blame on the teachers because they do not want to admit to themselves their child is 90% of the problem. Yes, some (and when I say some I am only referring to maybe 2 or 3) teachers may need to stop lowering their level to the students when it comes to confrontation with students, but this school can still be a top school. Do not be deterred from sending your child here because of a few bad seeds who prefer to cut class and bad talk the teachers. What the school needs to do is do what they were doing when my daughters attended here and that is to start weeding out the bad seeds. I did realize when my second daughter started to attend here there were so many students from Harlem here and guess where those students are now because they didn’t do what they were suppose to do when they attended here? Half of the females my daughter was friends with are now mothers at the ages 21. Half of the guys are with low paying jobs, still living with their mothers, or are in jail! So what we should blame the teachers for that too? My now 23 year old daughter graduated from this high school a half of a year early and has learned a lot. I mean she had a rough last year here because of her attitude and 1 teacher she just could not get along with, but other then that I’d say her time at the school was a success. She is in a high paying career making more than 3 times the NYC 15 dollar minimum wage. My other daughter left in grade 11 because we moved and she was hanging with the wrong (Harlem) kids. Don’t get me wrong, I am not suggesting people from Harlem are the cause of this school going down a bit, but the majority of the Harlem students that came into this school the year my second daughter started to attend were no bueno. My second daughter is now 21. She graduated a semester early from college. She still needs a little guidance here and there, but she can financially support herself. With that said I still like the school. Right now my son is in a school that is rated 7/10, but if I ever had to move back to NYC I would consider putting him in this school.Parent Review3y ago - Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
- 6-8
- Public
- 949 Students
8/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThis school is absolutely horrible there are fights everyday and no one gets suspended but people get suspended for skipping afterschool that is optional and teachers don’t care about the students, the education sucks the environment sucks and there is so much harassment and bullying and the dean doesn’t do anything to prevent it honestly the worst decision of my life putting this school on my list. Also if your new there gonna try to make it all fun but once you reach 7th grade its hell.Student Review3mo ago - East Side Elementary School, PS 267
- K-5
- Public
- 353 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy child has since graduated, and I have only positive reviews on this school.Parent Review7mo ago 
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93 % Say there are sidewalks
93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
92 % Say it's dog friendly
87 % Say streets are well-lit
84 % Say people would walk alone at night
61 % Say kids play outside
61 % Say there's holiday spirit
57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say neighbors are friendly
42 % Say it's quiet
30 % Say parking is easy
24 % Say there are community events
18 % Say yards are well-kept
16 % Say car is needed
15 % Say there's wildlife
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159 E 63rd St, New York, NY 10065 is a 7 bedroom, 7 bathroom townhouse built in 1920. 159 E 63rd St is located in Upper East Side, New York. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by StreetEasy on Jun 15, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# S1833875.