Townhouse Report Created: Sunday, March 25, 2018 - Listings Shown: 3
1.
16 West 88th Street   (Click address for more details)
Listing #: 605256
Price: $8,300,000
Floors: 5
Approx Sq Ft: 6,890
Sect: Upper West Side
This elegant, exquisitely maintained 5-story single family Central Park block townhouse is for sale for the first time in nearly half a century. Noted architect G.A. Schellenger built this home in 1896-1897 in a Renaissance Revival style distinct from its brownstone neighbors. A limestone facade, bowed windows, low stoop bookended by Ionic columns and a rare wrought iron gate enclosure, captures one's attention.

This home boasts ceilings as high as 11'6" and gets impressive natural light throughout. It measures almost 7,000 interior sq. ft., has 7 bedrooms, 4 baths, 2 half baths and 8 fireplaces. The noteworthy cellar is over 680 sq. ft. with an 11'7" ceiling, offering a vast capacity for storage. Over 1,500 sq. ft. of outdoor space includes a deck and backyard on the ground level, a large balcony on the 4th floor and abundant usable space on the roof. A central security system is installed throughout the house.

LAYOUT:

Ground Floor:
The Foyer has wainscot paneling, crown molding and a broad staircase leading to the Parlor Floor. Sharing the Ground Floor is a home office (approx. 600 sq. ft.) with a separate street entrance and an entrance from the Foyer. This space includes a kitchen, half bath and its own alarm system. A deck and backyard (approx. 600 sq. ft.) is accessed through the rear.

Parlor Floor:
The piece de resistance is the formal Dining Room and Living Room. Both have 11'6" ceilings and oversized double-hung windows that flood the space with light via north and south exposures. Solid oak parquet floors with decorative walnut inlays are complemented by wainscot paneling and crown molding. Both rooms have striking marble fireplaces with Italianate details. Set off from the Dining Room (19'11" x 16'11"), the attractive kitchen, recently upgraded with granite counters, stone tile floors and tile backsplash, has 2 window exposures and excellent cabinet space. A powder room sits between the Dining Room and Living Room. The spacious Living Room (20'8" x 16'4") has a working fireplace and 3 large bowed bay windows with window seats facing the tree-lined street.

2nd Floor:
The grand staircase with hand-turned spindles and paneled walls leads to the 2nd Floor. At the top, a Bedroom/Den (18' x 16'5") with full height wall paneling and fireplace awaits. The en suite bath draws SE light from 2 windows, has a deep free-standing cast-iron tub, ample storage and details in keeping with the original design. A full laundry room is located in the hall between the Bedroom/Den and the Master Bedroom. The Master Bedroom (19'7"x 16'4") is accessed by a small entry hall allowing for a sense of privacy. The room has a 10' coved ceiling, 3 large bowed bay windows with window seats, 2 large closets, bookshelves, English brass hardware and a fireplace. An en suite bath completes the space.

3rd Floor:
2 large connecting Bedrooms (the street-facing room is 18'2" x 16'4" and the rear, south facing room is 18'5" x 12'9") have high ceilings, fireplace and ample closet space. The front, north-facing Bedroom has 2 large bay windows with window seats and Juliet balconies. An original marble vanity with sink graces a dressing area. A shared bath can be accessed via a back hallway. The bath enjoys great SE light from 2 windows, has extra storage and details in keeping with the home.

4th Floor:
A rear Bedroom, currently used as a home office, has a 10' ceiling, fireplace and an adjoining balcony (14'7" x 10'). The en suite bath gets great light from a skylight. A deep, clawed-foot cast-iron tub complements the space. Halfway down the hall is a considerable storage room (8'10" x 7'10") with a skylight. At the end of the hall facing the street are 2 large-windowed Bedrooms. One is currently used as a fitness room, the other as a home office. The latter includes an en suite vanity and sink. An easily accessible Full Staircase leads to the roof.
2.
120 East 10th Street   (Click address for more details)
Listing #: 555826
Price: $6,000,000
Floors: 5
Approx Sq Ft: 3,888
Nghbd: East Village
Garage: Yes
120 EAST 10TH STREET:

PRICED TO SELL! The House can be delivered vacant. One of the Rarest, most desirable townhouses to be offered in over a decade, 120 East 10th Street is currently a 3-4 unit Anglo Italianate townhouse which has been preserved meticulously. 10th street is considered to be one of the most desirable blocks in the East Village. This is a one of a kind opportunity to own a quintessential Village townhouse. Whether It be a single family conversion, live with income or straight income property, this property checks the boxes for all of these opportunities.

THE BUILDING ARCHITECTURE:

This stunning Anglo-Italianate row house was designed by James Renwick Jr.,in approximately 1860. James Renwick Jr. was one of the most successful architects of his time, having also designed the St. Patrick's Cathedral, Grace Church, and the Smithsonian Institution Building (The Castle) in Washington D.C. THE BUILDING CONFIGURATION:

The building currently stands 6 stories tall and is 18 feet wide and 36 feet deep, situated on an 18 by 50.5-foot lot.There are currently 5 existing fireplace, original moldings, gas heating and an existing sprinkler system.

THE CONFIGURATION OF THE PROPERTY IS AS FOLLOWS:The Garden apartment, is made up of the first floor and garden floor. 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms and private garden access. This apartment also has a private entrance below the main stoop. The Second floor- The Original Parlor floor is currently configured as a one-bedroom apartment with the highest ceiling height in the building.The Third Floor - one-bedroom apartment with soaring ceilings, wood burning fireplace.The Top two floors- A two bedroom 2-bathroom duplex with a skylight, renovated eat in kitchen. Sun filled apartment with private internal stair case.Decked roof deck with impressive views North and South

Don't miss out on this impressive opportunity to own a historic piece of NY Real Estate.
3.
324 East 69th Street   (Click address for more details)
Listing #: 676257
Price: $4,990,000
Floors: 4
Approx Sq Ft: 3,040
Sect: Upper East Side
Turn-of-the-Century Two-Family Italianate Townhouse. This 1899 townhouse is currently configured as a beautifully renovated two-bedroom garden duplex and two-bedroom upper duplex. Enjoy multiple configuration possibilities or convert into a single-family residence.The garden unit is entered from the landscaped and gated front patio. The first floor of the garden duplex features a renovated windowed kitchen with abundant cabinet space and new appliances. Built-in bookshelves frame the custom breakfast bar opening the kitchen to the expansive living and dining space complete with a wood-burning fireplace. This thoughtful layout has a bath at each level and exclusive use of the large south-facing garden. The approximate 450SF garden is tastefully appointed with slate flooring, self-irrigating professional landscaping and your very own herb garden. The upper duplex features a grand 31-foot living room, woodburning fireplace, beautiful open staircase with lovely banister and substantial light from northern and southern flowering tree-lined exposures and two skylights.The entire home features updated baths, crown and baseboard moldings, high ceilings up to 11-feet at the parlor level, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and multiple fireplaces. The home is equipped with two updated boilers that are under five years old, gas heat, and a buyer would be able to install central A/C systems. The roof was replaced 11 years ago and there are is a large washer and dryer in the basement as well as plenty of room for storage. Located on a peaceful, tree-lined, townhouse block, 324 East 69th Street enjoys a prime Upper East Side location and is just three blocks from both the six train and the new Q train stop at Second Avenue on the corner.
 
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