Treadwell Farm Historic District

Treadwell Farm Historic District is a protected historic neighborhood on Manhattan's Upper East Side spanning parts of East 61st and East 62nd Streets between Second and Third Avenues. The area consists primarily of brownstone row houses constructed beginning in 1868 that define the district's residential character.

The area's story began in 1815 when fur merchant Adam Tredwell and Stephen Thorne Jr. acquired 24 acres of the Van Zandt farm property. The neighborhood took its current form decades later when the land was developed into residential brownstone housing.

The neighborhood displays row houses featuring French Second Empire and Italianate architectural details built in the decades after 1868. The cohesive design of these homes, created by prominent architects, continues to define the character of the streets today.

The neighborhood is easy to explore on foot, with clear blocks between the avenues that make navigation straightforward. Visitors can stroll through the streets at any time since it is an active residential area with public sidewalks open to pedestrians.

Throughout the 20th century, this neighborhood housed several notable figures including singer Frank Sinatra, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, and actor Montgomery Clift. The presence of these prominent residents reflected the area's appeal as a desirable address for distinguished individuals.

Location: Manhattan

GPS coordinates: 40.76350,-73.96640

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:20