No apartment is ever one size fits all, but this new listing in New York City has a unique history of past residents that could pique many buyers interest. Newly listed for $6.975 million, the duplex penthouse occupying the entire top two levels of NYC’s Pulitzer Mansion is a dream find for those hoping for a grand Upper East Side co-op that comes with dinner-party-worthy stories.
Joseph Pulitzer’s eponymous NYC mansion, designed by McKim, Mead & White and home to the revered publisher/politician from 1904 to 1911, now holds 16 coveted units. Roy Chapman Andrews, who served as the inspiration for George Lucas’ and Steven Spielberg’s adventurous character Indiana Jones, was the first owner of the manse’s crowning penthouse. The world explorer and dinosaur hunter was famous for his expeditions in the early 19th century, and later for his role as the Director of the American Museum of Natural History.
Adding onto the esteem of former tenants, the current sellers are Jeanette Redden and the late David Redden—who was a former vice chair of Sotheby’s auction house and their longest serving auctioneer. As an avid collector himself and someone who helped sell some of the most exquisite items in the world, it’s no surprise that his dwelling purveys a refined, precious feel.
Onto the unit itself, this penthouse is a refuge of timeless allure. From its fine finishes to the double-height great room directly in front of the elevator, it doesn’t get much more UES than this. While the space is technically separated across two floors, the upper level holds only the primary suite to foster an environment of complete serenity and ease. Tack on the 750-square-foot terrace, and it’s no wonder the storied home has attracted residents with a great appreciation for history, culture, and style.
Marjorie Hewett and Margot F. Berg of Sotheby’s International Realty holds this offering on East 71st Street.
