159 E 82nd St, New York, NY 10028
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159 E 82nd St
New York, NY 10028

Upper East Side
  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 4,000 sqft

$7,988,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $45,581/mo*
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$7,988,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $45,581/mo*
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5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,000 sqft

Local Information

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Description

At 19.17’-wide and approximately 3,450 square feet with a functional, excavated basement, 159 East 82nd Street encompasses a traditional Upper East Side townhouse layout, with modern amenities, a fully landscaped garden, an outfitted roof deck and three to five bedrooms depending on your needs. Located on a tree-lined, townhouses block in a premier Upper East Side location, this renovated, sunlit house retains its original facade of classic ornamentation and has a high and wide stoop gracing the front forecourt.

Upon stoop entry, the house lays out as a triple parlor floor with gracious ceilings, a formal dining room, an entertaining wet bar, and a picturesque living room facing south.

House upgrades include two-zone Central Air Conditioning, Control 4 whole house automation system which currently controls audio, central cooling, and video security and alarm with endless other capabilities. The paved roof deck was built to support a pool with structural steel. The garden, which abuts townhouses on all sides, is beautifully appointed by Michael Trapp with mature plantings, an operable fountain, and a built-in natural gas barbecue.

The garden level features a classic contemporary chef’s kitchen with top of the line appliances, informal dining and a large den with original marble mantle and open exposure to the garden.

159 East 82nd Street is conveniently located near Whole Foods Market, Equinox, Museum Mile, Central Park, The MET, the new Safra Community Center, the finest of Madison Avenue's retail shops, and all private and public schools including PS6 district, offering a rare blend of convenience and luxury. Located outside of the Upper East Side Historic District with approximately 2,800 square feet of unused air rights, this townhome offers the ability to add additional square footage, similar to many neighboring homes.
159 E 82nd St, New York, NY 10028 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,000 sqft townhouse in Upper East Side, built in 1899. It last sold for $6,950,000 on Oct 30, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $7,988,300, with a rent estimate of $8,239/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
Patio
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 159 E 82nd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAdditional StorageTypes of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Library, Master Bath, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Recreation RoomStorageWet Bar
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 5Floors: HardwoodGated Entry
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1899Year Updated: 2006
Property Type / Style
Property Type: TownhouseArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
GardenPatioSprinkler System

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1572 sqft

Additional Information

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Price History for 159 E 82nd St

DatePriceEventSource
10/30/2019$6,950,000Sold
N/A
08/12/2019$7,500,000PendingAgent Provided
05/21/2019$7,500,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/07/2017$7,000,000Sold
N/A
03/21/2017$7,500,000PendingAgent Provided
01/11/2017$7,500,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/31/2016$7,995,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/19/2016$8,750,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/02/2007$6,000,000Sold
N/A
06/03/2004$3,300,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Upper East Side

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$62,041
Assessment$6,809,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 159 E 82nd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
219 E 72nd St, New York, NY
0.52
Townhouse
$4,050,000
04/23/26
4
4
3,200
197 E 76th St, New York, NY
0.32
Townhouse
$3,995,000
06/25/26
4
4
2,500
38 E 73rd St, New York, NY
0.53
Townhouse
$5,250,000
12/30/25
7
6
5,340
163-165 E 78th St, New York, NY
0.21
Townhouse
$12,700,000
08/07/25
7
6.5
6,157
434 1/2 E 75th St, New York, NY
0.57
Townhouse
$2,500,000
08/08/25
5
5
3,000
144 E End Ave, New York, NY
0.63
Townhouse
$6,000,000
02/10/26
3
5
2,520
166 E 64th St, New York, NY
0.94
Townhouse
$8,750,000
07/28/25
5
4.5
6,800
417 E 84th St, New York, NY
0.39
Townhouse
$800,000
11/10/25
4
6.5
6,000
101 E 101st St, New York, NY
0.97
Townhouse
$4,550,000
06/04/26
7
5
3,500
54 E 80th St, New York, NY
0.23
Townhouse
$13,700,000
12/10/25
6
7
5,591

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Upper East Side

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  • 94 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 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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