308 West 88th Street

308 W 88th St
Upper West Side

$13,850,000
Price
5
Beds
6
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
8,505 Sq. Ft.
$1,628 / Sq. Ft.
8,505
Sq. Ft.
$1,628
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This exceptionally grand and elegant six-story townhouse, complete with a finished full-ceiling height basement, epitomizes luxury, functionality, and style. Originally constructed in the early 20th century, the residence has been beautifully renovated to blend modern amenities and comforts with the timeless elegance of prewar architecture. Situated on a serene, tree-lined townhouse block in the Upper West Side's historic district, this 21-foot-wide brownstone offers a wealth of luxurious features...This exceptionally grand and elegant six-story townhouse, complete with a finished full-ceiling height basement, epitomizes luxury, functionality, and style. Originally constructed in the early 20th century, the residence has been beautifully renovated to blend modern amenities and comforts with the timeless elegance of prewar architecture. Situated on a serene, tree-lined townhouse block in the Upper West Side's historic district, this 21-foot-wide brownstone offers a wealth of luxurious features and showcases a harmonious mix of spectacular custom design elements and classic details. Every aspect of the home has been meticulously crafted, from its state-of-the-art systems to the high-quality materials and custom interiors. Unique for townhomes, it boasts wonderful natural light throughout, with over 11-foot ceilings, outdoor spaces on four floors, double exposure on the second and third floors, oversized picture windows, and a magnificent skylight on the sixth floor. Spanning 8,500 square feet, including a fully finished full height cellar, this single-family home features a private elevator serving six floors and an elegant staircase with a curling banister that ascends to a striking skylight. The thoughtfully designed layout offers distinct areas for formal entertaining, casual gatherings, and private living. It includes 5 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms, with a dedicated primary suite floor featuring a spacious gallery-dressing area with abundant custom closets, a luxurious spa-like bath, and a home office/library. The beautiful garden floor is an amazing casual entertaining floor with a spacious den/media room, open European chef's kitchen with breakfast dining area and a gorgeous, landscaped garden. The top penthouse floor offers a special sun-drenched retreat with a large, landscaped terrace and Juliet balcony while the fully finished cellar includes a private sauna and a large temperature wine cellar-tasting room. Each bathroom is equipped with high-end spa amenities and select high-end materials. The primary bath and sixth floor bath offer radiant heated floors. The home is outfitted with modern conveniences such as Smart Home technology, multi-zone central air conditioning, whole-house lighting control, two laundry areas, and a high-end audio system. The six wood-burning fireplaces, each uniquely designed with custom mantels, add to the home's gorgeous design. Throughout the house, you'll find stunning hardwood floors with a herringbone pattern on the formal floor, custom moldings, and classic details. The private outdoor spaces are equally impressive, featuring a beautifully landscaped 30-foot garden and three terraces on the parlor, fourth, and sixth floors, as well as a Juliet balcony on the top floor. 308 West 88th Street enjoys a very desirable location between Riverside Drive and West End Avenue and is perfectly positioneda half block from Riverside Park and the Soldiers and Sailors monument,as well as only one-and-a-half blocks from excellent shopping, dining, and transportation options. Bordered along the block entirely by other brownstones, most of which are single-family, this beautiful tree-lined street is a wonderful residential, community setting in the heart of the Upper West Side. The house is within the Riverside-West End Historic District.

Property Details for 308 West 88th Street

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LISTING UPDATED: 10/10/2024 10:37 AM

Property Details for 308 West 88th Street

StatusActive
MLS IDRPLU-33423181913
Days on Market36
Taxes$6,479 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms15.0
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeHouse/Building
Year Built1900
Lot Size2,114 SF / 100' x 21'
CountyNew York County

Building

308 W 88th St

1 Units4 StoriesBuilt in 1900

Building Information for 308 West 88th Street

Stories4Year Built1900Building Size21' x 70'Building Sq. Ft5,880 SFLot Size2,114 SF / 100' x 21'Building AgePre-warBuilding TypeHouse

Property Information for 308 West 88th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Upper West Side
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0038
  • Tax Block: 01249
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0038
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 8505.0
  • Building Area Total: 8505.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100.67x21.00
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Smoke Free YN: true
  • Building Laundry Features: Other
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: true
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • Common Interest: None
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Terrace
Interior Features
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Appliances: WasherDryerAllowed
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Fireplaces Total: 6
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, InUnit
  • ElevatorsTotal: 1
  • Size Dimensions: 70.00x21.00
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Delivered Vacant: Yes
  • Attendance Type: None
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 308 West 88th Street

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Public Records for 308 West 88th Street

Taxable ValueLand$213,000Additions$292,320Total$505,320
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt6,306 SqFtLot Size2,114 SqFtYear Built1900ZoningR8APN1012490038

Schools near 308 West 88th Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 3.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 166 The Richard Rogers School Of The Arts And S
Public - K to 5
P.S. 333 Manhattan School For Children
Public - K to 8
The Global Learning Collaborative
Public - 9 to 12
Urban Assembly School for Green Careers
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 166 The Richard Rogers School Of The Arts And S
PublicK to 5

P.S. 333 Manhattan School For Children
PublicK to 8

The Global Learning Collaborative
Public9 to 12

Urban Assembly School for Green Careers
Public9 to 12

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More information about 308 West 88th Street, Upper West Side

308 West 88th Street is a single family home for sale in Upper West Side. This property was listed for sale on September 21, 2024 by Corcoran Group, it's currently listed at $13,850,000. It has been on the market for a total of 36 days and was last sold on January 25, 2018. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 3. Nearby schools include P.S. 166 The Richard Rogers School Of The Arts And S, P.S. 333 Manhattan School For Children and The Global Learning Collaborative. 308 West 88th Street is a 5-bed, 6.5-bath, 8,505 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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