The beloved folk singer and songwriter Peter Yarrow, of the legendary trio Peter, Paul and Mary, once filled this Upper West Side home with music and warmth. Now, for the first time in more than four decades, his New York City duplex has entered the market at $4.4 million, represented by Michael Graves of Douglas Elliman Real Estate.
A Musical Legacy in Manhattan
Yarrow, co-writer of the timeless hit Puff, the Magic Dragon, purchased the loft-style duplex in the early 1980s. Tucked within the historic Sixty-Seventh Street Studio Building, the residence spans two levels of a 14-story pre-war co-op. Architectural details—textured plaster walls, vintage lighting, and cast-iron sinks—pay homage to its artistic roots, while updates ensure modern comfort.
Grand Interiors with Historic Character
An elevator landing opens to a gallery-like entry that leads to a double-height great room, once used by Yarrow for music rehearsals and intimate gatherings. This dramatic space features a wood-burning fireplace crowned by a carved stone mantel and a towering window with city views.
Adjacent French doors reveal a formal dining room that flows to a chef’s kitchen, still graced by its original barrel-vaulted firebrick ceiling, terracotta tile floors, custom oak cabinetry, and a welcoming eat-in island.
Private Retreats and Amenities
Upstairs, the primary bedroom enjoys both north and south exposures and overlooks the great room through a glass-paneled opening. A former penthouse sleeping nook now serves as a cozy office. Two additional guest bedrooms, located on separate levels, provide en-suite baths and flexible living space.
Ownership comes with a $7,589 monthly maintenance fee, which includes a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, shared rooftop terrace, and basement storage.
Remembering Peter Yarrow
A New York native, Yarrow passed away earlier this year at age 86, following a courageous battle with bladder cancer. Beyond Puff, the Magic Dragon, his lyrical contributions to classics like Day Is Done and The Great Mandala helped define American folk music’s golden era.
Reflecting on his career, Yarrow once said, “I believe folk music has had a positive effect on the decency, humanity and empathy of society.” His Upper West Side home now stands as a living tribute to that belief, offering the next owner not only a rare architectural gem but a piece of cultural history.