Endless Possibilities Await! The Best-Priced Opportunity in the East 60s!
Storied Royal Past…A Single-Family Home, Developer’s Dream, Foundation or a Mission to the UN!
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Location! Location! Location! Nestled on one of Lenox Hill’s most beautiful tree-lined blocks, near upscale shops, fine dining, and top cultural institutions, just steps from the prestigious Knickerbocker Club, 124 East 62nd Street offers a rare opportunity to bring your vision to life. Whether you’re looking for an elegant single-family residence, an expansive development project, a foundation or an international mission, this home has limitless potential.
A Storied Past, A Promising Future
Built in 1901, this stunning 18.75’ wide Italianate townhouse boasts a white brick façade, soaring black shuttered windows, and a rare front balcony cascading with verdant ivy. Its historic charm blends seamlessly with modern potential, offering endless opportunities for customization. The home once owned by Russian Prince Serge Belosselsky-Belozersky and his American bride, Florence Crane Robinson. This elegant residence, steeped in grandeur and legacy, was the setting for a love story that united nobility with American aristocracy.
Current Layout-
• Garden Level: A gracious entry foyer with an elegant curved staircase bathed in natural light from a domed skylight. The sitting room, dining area, and chef’s kitchen open onto a lush, south-facing garden with a tranquil fountain. An elevator services all five floors.
• Parlor Floor: Featuring a grand solarium, a stately living room with a fireplace, and a private library with a full-length Juliette balcony.
• Third & Fourth Floors: Spacious primary suite with a fireplace, an oversized dressing room, and three additional bedrooms with four full bathrooms.
• Lower Level: Future flexibility for a wine cellar, fitness center, home theater, or private office. Includes laundry, additional bath, and ample storage.
• Expansion Potential – Additional F.A.R. Available
For those seeking to expand, this property offers additional Floor Area Ratio (F.A.R.), providing the opportunity to increase square footage and create a truly grand residence. Whether adding more living space, a rooftop terrace, or reimagining the layout, this home presents an unmatched development opportunity.
Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity—schedule a viewing today!
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$6,950,000
124 E 62nd St, New York, NY 10065
5beds
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
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What's special
Front balconyPrivate libraryPrivate officeLower levelGrand solariumTranquil fountainAdditional bedrooms
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 02, 2025 at 07:50am
Listing by:
Sotheby's International Realty 212-606-7794,
Dana Kirshenbaum
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1721201
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
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Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Other, Terrace
- Exterior features: Balcony, Terrace
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 013960063
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1901
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lenox Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Elevator(s)
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $5,964,000
- Annual tax amount: $74,580
- Date on market: 6/11/2024
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