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  • $6,150/mo

    212 E 70th St APT 4C, New York, NY 10021

    2beds
    --sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Apartment
    Available now
    Cats, dogs OK
    -- A/C
    In unit laundry
    -- Parking
    Fireplace
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Generous private terraceDecorative fireplaceSouth- and east-facing windowsAbundant natural lightOversized terraceExposed brickFloor-to-ceiling custom california closets
    PENTHOUSE DUPLEX WITH OVERSIZED TERRACE This duplex loft penthouse, which features two bedrooms, great closet space, and an oversized terrace, is located on the top floor of a brownstone-style condo building on East 70th Street, between Third and Second Avenues, on one of the neighborhood's most vibrant blocksjust around the corner from Whole Foods, Target, and Cognac Brasserie. The apartment is accessed via a walk-up of three flights of stairs and features 12-foot ceilings, abundant natural light, and charming original prewar details such as a decorative fireplace, hardwood floors and exposed brick. The first floor of the duplex opens to a spacious living area with a modern open kitchen, in-unit Washer/Dryer, and a primary bedroom featuring floor-to-ceiling custom California Closets and south- and east-facing windows that fill the space with natural light. On the upper floor, a second bedroom or work loft is flooded with light throughout the day, with glass house windows made by Sunroom Glass Houses. Large skylights and an entire wall of windows open to a generous private terrace made of Brazilian Ipe wood, making the top floor feel open and unique with great city views. This room also includes a full wall of concealed floor-to-ceiling California Closets. Located between Second and Third Avenues on East 70th Street, the building is close to the 6 train at Hunter College and the 72nd Street Q train, as well as uptown, downtown, and crosstown bus lines. The neighborhood offers easy access to Central Park, The Frick Museum, and some of the city's best restaurants, shopping, salons, and wellness options. IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE Open Houses by Appointment Only - this Friday 7/11, 2PM to 5PM and Saturday 7/12, and Sunday 7/13, between 2 PM and 4 PM *PLEASE MAKE AN APPOINTMENT*
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    Open houses

    • Fri, Jul 11

      2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    • Sat, Jul 12

      2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    • Sun, Jul 13

      2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Fireplace
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • View
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Has fireplace: Yes

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Broker Exclusive, Fios Available, Roofdeck, Terrace, View Type: Garden View
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City View
    Details
    • Parcel number: 014241216

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: Yes

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: New York

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: Contact For Details

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/9/2025Listed for rent$6,150+36.7%
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    8/16/2022Listing removed--
    Source: StreetEasy
    3/17/2022Listed for sale$1,325,000-5%
    Source: StreetEasy
    12/24/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Douglas Elliman
    9/24/2021Listed for sale$1,395,000+53.1%
    Source: Douglas Elliman #21330431

    Neighborhood: Upper East Side