135 W 70Th St

The Pythian Condominium is an 11-story, prewar condominium converted from a 1927 Thomas W. Lamb-designed lodge and former recording studio. Its distinctive glazed terra-cotta facade includes stylized motifs and multilevel terraces that mark the building as an Upper West Side landmark. Units are primarily one- and two-bedroom duplexes and loft-like residences characterized by high or cathedral ceilings (often 13–16+ feet), oversized solarium windows, dramatic great rooms, and flexible split-level layouts. Many residences include built-in storage, walk-in closets, formal dining areas, dens or offices, and in-unit washer/dryers; select homes offer wood-burning fireplaces, planted terraces, and very large private outdoor spaces. Common areas and services reflect full-service condo living: a staffed attended lobby/concierge, community/play room, bike room, laundry and storage facilities, and reserved space for a building gym. Parking is not a prominent on-site feature; street and nearby garage options serve residents. The pet-friendly building operates with monthly common charges and periodic assessments and sits between Broadway and Columbus Avenue, placing it within a short walk of Central Park, Lincoln Center, museums, riverfront paths, grocery stores and a dense neighborhood of restaurants and transit, supporting a culturally rich, walkable Upper West Side lifestyle.