163 EAST 64TH
TOWNHOUSE
THE FINEST
NEO-GEORGIAN TOWNHOUSE IN NEW YORK
163 EAST 64TH ST. IS LOCATED ON ONE OF THE FINEST TOWNHOUSE BLOCKS IN NYC. BUILT BY JOHN PRAGUE IN 1872, THE ORIGINAL VICTORIAN HOUSE WAS CONVERTED BY ARCHITECT R.D. GRAHAM TO BECOME POSSIBLY THE FINEST NEO GEORGIAN FACADE IN NY, SO FINE THAT LANDMARK PRESERVATION RECOMMENDED IT AS A NATIONAL LANDMARK.
THE FACADE WAS RESTORED BY THE SAME CRAFTSMEN THAT RESTORED THE CATHEDRAL CHURCH OF ST. JOHN THE DIVINE. IN ADDITION THE OWNERS ON THIS BLOCK HAVE AN ASSOCIATION THAT MAINTAINS CLOSE RELATIONSHIPS WITH CITY GOVERNMENT TO MAINTAIN THE STREET TO THE HIGHEST STANDARDS.
NOTED AS ONE OF THE MOST DISTINGUISHED TOWNHOUSES IN NEW YORK
BUILT IN 1872 BY PRESTIGIOUS ARCHITECT JOHN G. PRAGUE
AS YOU STAND ON THE STREET YOU WILL NOTICE THE MAGNIFICENT BLUESTONE WHICH ALSO HAS A HIDDEN HEATING SYSTEM UNDERNEATH TO MELT SNOW/ICE. ENTERING INTO THE FOYER YOU ARE SURROUNDED BY HAND PAINTED WALL COVERINGS.
PROCEEDING INTO THE HOUSE YOU ENTER A LANDING WITH A GRAND STAIRCASE AND AN ELEVATOR WHICH GOES TO ALL LEVELS. TO THE REAR, YOU WILL FIND A LARGE GYM.
IN THE HALLWAY TO THE KITCHEN THERE IS A BATHROOM, CLOSET SPACE AND A SECOND STAIRCASE. THE FRENCH COUNTRY EAT-IN KITCHEN INCLUDES A LARGE GRANITE ISLAND, TWO DOUBLE SUB ZERO REFRIGERATORS, A WINE CELLAR, TWO SINKS AND THREE OVENS.
THE KITCHEN OPENS INTO THE BACK GARDEN PATIO – PERFECT FOR GRILLING OR LETTING OUT THE FAMILY PET.
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THE PARLOR FLOOR GREETS YOU WITH A GRACIOUS LANDING, VERSAILLE WOOD FLOORS AND SOARING 13.5 FT CEILINGS. NEXT, A POWDER ROOM AND A LIBRARY WITH THE ORIGINAL PINE FROM 1872 AND A BRONZE CHANDELIER FROM THE EARLY 1800’S. TOWARDS THE BACK OF THE HOUSE IS THE GRAND LIVING ROOM WITH CUSTOM FAUX FRAGONARDS, A GRAND PIANO AND A VENETIAN CHANDELIER. THIS MANSION ALSO HAS 8 FIREPLACES. CONTINUING ON: A STRIKING BELLE EPOQUE AMERICAN WALNUT BAR WITH A LALIQUE FRENCH CRYSTAL CEILING DESIGNED BY ROMAN PETR. THIS ALLOWS NATURAL LIGHT TO POUR THROUGH AND EXEMPLIFY THE CUSTOM BAR WITH A SUMPTUOUS WOOD FLOOR BY STEPHEN PUSEY.
AT THE BACK OF THIS FLOOR YOU WILL FIND A SUN DRENCHED DINING ROOM WITH LARGE WINDOWS (ALL WINDOWS IN THIS HOUSE ARE DOUBLE PANE). ON THE WALL IS A GORGEOUS TAPESTRY FROM THE PROVENCAL AREA OF FRANCE, FROM THE 1750’S WHICH WAS RESTORED BY THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM.
THE THIRD FLOOR FEATURES THREE BEDROOMS EACH WITH A FULL BATHROOM AND LARGE CLOSET SPACE. THE FRONT BEDROOM FEATURES FABRICS FROM PARIS AND A SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM THAT PLAYS IN THE BATHROOM AS WELL. THE BATHROOM FEATURES MASTERFUL MARBLE WORK, A BIDET, JACUZZI BATH AND SHOWER. THE CENTER BEDROOM RECEIVES PLENTY OF SUNLIGHT AS IT IS NEXT TO THE ATRIUM. THE THIRD BEDROOM IS UNIQUE, IT IS ACCESSIBLE FROM THE BACK STAIRCASE OF THE HOUSE WHICH ALLOWS FOR MANY USES. THIS BEDROOM DISPLAYS FINE FABRICS FROM PARIS AND A BATHROOM WITH A BEAUTIFUL MARBLE WALK IN SHOWER.
AS YOU WALK UP THE STAIRS TO THE FOURTH FLOOR YOU WILLNOTICE THE NATURAL LIGHT FROM THE SKYLIGHT ABOVE. THIS FLOOR HAS TWO BEDROOMS, CURRENTLY THE FLOOR IS SET UP AS THE PRIMARY BEDROOM IN THE FRONT WITH AN OFFICE IN THE BACK THAT LEADS TO THE ROOFTOP TERRACE.
THE PRIMARY BEDROOM IS BRIGHT FROM THE THREE LARGE WINDOWS AND TWO ELECTRONIC SKYLIGHTS. THE BATHROOM FEATURES A SKY LIGHT, JACUZZI AND SHOWER/STEAM ROOM. THE SECOND BEDROOM/OFFICE ON THIS FLOOR RECEIVES NATURAL LIGHT AND A POWDER ROOM. A CUSTOM SOUND SYSTEM IS WIRED THROUGH THE WHOLE FLOOR AND OUT TO THE ROOF. THE EXTENSION IS LIGHT AND AIRY, TASTEFULLY DECORATED AND FEATURES A NEVER USED COAL FIREPLACE. THIS EXTENSION LEADS YOU TO THE ROOF DECK.
THE ROOF DECK HAS BLUESTONE AND MARBLE FLOORS WITH A SNOW MELTING SYSTEM UNDERNEATH. THERE IS A TV OUTLET, AND A GORGEOUS FOUNTAIN THAT LIGHTS UP FITS GRACIOUSLY WITH THE STRATEGICALLY SET LANTERNS ALL OVER.
THE BASEMENT HAS A CEDAR WALK IN CLOSET, 300 BOTTLE WINE CELLAR, LAUNDRY ROOM AND A STORAGE. MECHANICAL ROOM HAS A DOUBLE BOILER WITH TWO PUMPS AND A 90 GAL HOT WATER TANK. OWNER WILL CONSIDER AT ADDITIONAL COST THE INCLUSION OF HIS CHANDELIERS, LALIQUE GLASS CEILING OVER THE BAR, AND OTHER FINE FURNITURE AND FIXTURES.
163 EAST 64TH TOWNHOUSE
SIGNIFICANT DETAILS
Built 1872 | Architect John Prague
8,000 square feet interior
20 feet wide by an extraordinary 90 feet deep 1,325 square feet of air rights
5 bedrooms | 5 full baths | 3 powder r ooms
Private Roof Garden
Private 1st floor garden off Kitchen
Security System
Gated Entrance Exclusive $15,995,000
THE 163 EAST 64TH TEAM
PAUL CIBRANO, VP & MANAGING DIRECTOR
Licensed Associate Broker
Born and raised in New York City, he attributes much of his success to the experiences and opportunities the city has provided him. With a keen eye for global and asset expansion, Paul approaches real estate not merely as transactions but as a pivotal asset class responsible for 80% of global wealth. Fueled by a clear vision of scalability and growth, he embodies a philosophy of boundless possibilities. Paul's unique brand in the industry is marked by a client-centric approach, functioning not just as a service provider but as a trusted partner and advisor. Paul's values remain steadfast — winning with integrity and doing what is right.
ERNEST KAWECKI
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Ernest Kawecki pivoted to the real estate after a long and successful career at J.P. Morgan Chase Private Client. Having lived and worked for almost two decades in the most vibrant and dynamic New York City, his philosophy is simple: The relationship is number one focus. He specializes in high-end real estate properties and is working with national and international buyers. Ernest is fluent in English and Polish. He has a Master’s Degree in E- Commerce and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.
JORGE JOVER
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Jorge Jover, originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico, followed a unique path to real estate. Despite a passion for sports, he chose to pursue art, graduating from the Escuela de Artes Plásticas de Puerto Rico and exhibiting his work in galleries across the US and Europe. His journey led him to New York City, where he fell in love with the vibrant culture, towering buildings, and distinctive architecture. Through his work in real estate and international connections, Jorge combines his love for art and real estate with his desire to help others.
KIM ANSEMS
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Born and raised in The Netherlands, Kim fell in love with New York City. She combines the Dutch culture’s honesty, integrity and open mindedness together with the city’s hard work mindset and determination. She has a Bachelors degree in Media Communication from the University of Amsterdam and has more than ten years of experience in account management within the media advertising industry. She has been recognized throughout her career for building trust and rapport with her clients, and successfully negotiating on their behalf. Kim oversees an international real estate portfolio of over $100 million dollars.
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