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312 East 53rd Street at 312 East 53rd St. #1

Located at 312 East 53rd Street 312 East 53rd Street, #1, Manhattan, NY Turtle Bay, Midtown East
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3 beds, 2.5 baths, 2,280 ft²

312 East 53rd Street is a beautiful example of the wooden frame houses that were once commonly built across Manhattan. Completed by Robert and James Cunningham in 1868, this single-family home was landmarked 100 years later as an incredible piece of historic American architecture.

312 East 53rd Street is a beautiful example of the wooden frame houses that were once commonly built across Manhattan. Completed by Robert and James Cunningham in 1868, this single-family home was landmarked 100 years later as an incredible piece of historic American architecture.

This propertys history isnt just defined by its architecture: its past is rich with historical figures. From Lincoln Kirstein – a founder of the New York City Ballet – to Nobel Prize recipient T.S. Eliot and cookbook author and restaurateur Zarela Martinez, its past inhabitants and visitors add to its incredible history.

With such a storied past, you wont want to read about this propertys history – youll want to come visit and feel it for yourself. The current owners, one of whom is a structural engineer, are experienced in renovations and restoring historical townhouses. They have beautifully restored the propertys original features, creating a modern, stylish living space that is both comfortable and elegant. Here you will find the following features in this townhouse:

- Appx. 2280 Interior sqft, not including the brick English cellar
- Appx. 1300 exterior sqft, including a multi-level patio, garden and fountain nook
- 4 story, 3 bed (may be adjusted to a 4 bed), 2.5 baths space
- Two bedrooms have an additional room that can be used as ensuite den /office /dressing area
- Full bathrooms have double sinks, Carrera Marble tiling and marble basket woven tiled floors
- Full floor Master, with great and several closeting / storage options
- Kitchen has been upgraded with 5 top burner, commercial grade hood, double sink
- Large dining area with wall to wall pantry / china storage
- Parlor level with separate entry from front, includes living room, library and half bath
- Cellar: washer/dryer/sink, extra refrigerator, and built-out cedar closet, leading out to patio area
- 5 split remoted controlled a/c units, as well as 2 A/C units throughout the entire house
- 3 tier safety system including: Central Alarm System security, fire and carbon dioxide system
- Utilities: Electricity and Plumbing updated in 2013, one zone heating steam system
- Amenities: Gym, Parking, Super, Porter please inquire for details

Appointments only. For private showing, please reach out to Gina Ko at gina@triplemint.com


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About the Building


Two-Family Home in Turtle Bay

  • 2 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • 1866 Built

Sales listings: 2 previous
Rentals listings: 7 previous
Documents and Permits: 11 documents

Unit History

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Transportation

  • E M 6 at Lexington Av-53 St

    0.16 miles

  • E M 6 at 51st St

    0.26 miles

  • N R 4 5 6 W at Lexington Av-59 St

    0.39 miles

  • E M at 5th Av

    0.45 miles

  • F Q at 63rd Street

    0.54 miles

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Schools

District 02 - Schools zoned for this address:
P.S. 059 Beekman Hill International

(PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE)

Disclaimer: School attendance zone boundaries are not guaranteed to be accurate – they are provided by a third party and subject to change. Check with the applicable school district prior to making a decision based on these boundaries.