# Manhattan Townhouse History

> Paul and Bunny Mellon's $80M Manhattan townhouse was once a private garage for wealthy New Yorkers.
- Title: Manhattan Townhouse History · Robb Report | Shortify
- Summary: Paul and Bunny Mellon's $80M Manhattan townhouse was once a private garage for wealthy New Yorkers. This $80 million Manhattan townhouse, designed by C.P.H…
- Keywords: paul mellon, bunny mellon, manhattan, townhouse, carriage house, c.p.h. gilbert, east 70th street, History, Robb Report
- Source: Robb Report — https://robbreport.com/shelter/homes-for-sale/john-mack-upper-east-side-townhouse-1238757643
- Author: Abby Montanez
- Published: 2026-10-15T20:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: paul mellon, bunny mellon, manhattan, townhouse, carriage house, c.p.h. gilbert, east 70th street
## Paul and Bunny Mellon
This $80 million Manhattan townhouse was once Paul and Bunny Mellon's private garage.
## Historic Design
Designed by C.P.H. Gilbert in 1902, the building served wealthy New York families as a carriage house.
## Current Use
Before becoming a six-story Upper East Side residence with a private spa, wine cellar, and garage party space.
## Key takeaway

This $80 million Manhattan townhouse, designed by C.P.H. Gilbert in 1902, was originally a carriage house for New York's wealthiest families.