The Lenox Hill townhouse side streets
Limestone and brownstone blocks between the avenues, quiet and close to Madison Avenue's shops.
Where it is
The cross streets in the 60s and 70s, from Fifth Avenue to Lexington Avenue. East of Lexington, the Treadwell Farm Historic District, designated in 1967, protects a small group of low-rise buildings on East 61st and 62nd Streets between Second and Third Avenues.
The buildings
- Townhouses in limestone, brownstone and neo-Georgian styles, some single-family and many converted to apartments.
- Smaller co-ops and condos in converted houses and mid-size buildings.
Who it suits
Townhouse buyers and buyers who want a quiet block within walking distance of Madison and Park Avenues.
Less suited to: Buyers who want a doorman and building amenities.
The walk to the train
Walk to Lexington Avenue for the 4, 5 and 6, or to the F and Q at 63rd Street. The 6 stops at 68th and 77th Streets, and the Q stops at 72nd Street on Second Avenue.
For the whole neighborhood, see Getting around Lenox Hill.
Trade-offs
- Historic district rules apply to exterior work.
- A townhouse carries the whole building's upkeep. Have the structure inspected and check the certificate of occupancy.
- Fewer doorman buildings and shared amenities than on the avenues.
More on the buildings: Lenox Hill housing and buildings. Before you offer, read Co-op or Condo on the Upper East Side: How to Choose.
Descriptions are general and approximate. Boundaries vary by source. Verify building rules, taxes and fees for any property before you rely on them.
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