Townhouse Report Created: Sunday, November 19, 2023 - Listings Shown: 4
1.
50 West 12th Street   (Click address for more details)
Listing #: 169095
Price: $15,500,000
Floors: 5
Approx Sq Ft: 4,872
Nghbd: Greenwich Village
Condition: Good
This grand 21-foot wide townhouse is located on a prime Gold Coast block and captures the true spirit and essence of historic Greenwich Village. Built in 1854 in the Anglo-Italianate style and retaining much of its original detail, this 5-story single-family townhouse with elevator offers over 5,000SF of interior space with high ceilings, beautifully proportioned rooms, 5 wood-burning fireplaces, central air-conditioning, a private roof terrace and a deep south garden with a magical treehouse that is truly inspiring. Formerly home to musician David Byrne and currently owned by a renowned artist, this unique property exudes tremendous creative energy and offers a true haven from the hustle and bustle of city life.

English Basement:
Enter under the stoop to a large hallway with abundant storage, a mechanical room, and a large separate studio/guest suite with charming beamed ceilings, kitchen, full bathroom, washer-dryer and a wall of French doors opening on to a large bluestone patio.

Garden Floor:
A short stoop with curved iron railings and double doors lead to a front reception room and a large south-facing artist studio with an impressive casement window overlooking the garden. A powder room and kitchenette add convenience, while a casement door leads to a deep landscaped south garden with bluestone sitting area and an enchanted round cedar treehouse suspended 10-feet off the ground and built into a towering 90-foot London Plane tree. Think meditation room or children's playhouse!

Parlor Floor:
An elegant curved staircase with statue niches and the original mahogany bannister lead up to the magnificent Parlor floor with 14-foot ceilings, intricate plaster crown moldings and 2 working fireplaces with ornate marble mantels. The front parlor is currently a Living/Dining room with original marble fireplace, built-in bookcases and lovely French doors that open onto wrought iron planting balconies overlooking bucolic 12th Street. There is a large open kitchen with separate pantry, a powder room, and a south-facing media room with custom bookshelves, a marble fireplace and tranquil garden views from two enormous double sash windows. A door opens to a wrought iron staircase wrapped in climbing wisteria that leads down to the garden.

Third Floor:
Continue up the stairs to find two generously sized bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The sunny primary bedroom suite is a serene sanctuary with a marble fireplace, abundant closets and a charming en-suite bathroom with open shower and deep footed tub. The second bedroom is bathed in light from two oversized French windows and features a large walk in closet and a separate bathroom with footed tub.

Fourth Floor:
The fourth floor consists of a sky-lit lounge area with kitchenette, full bathroom, washer dryer, a sunny south facing bedroom with marble fireplace, and a fabulous Parisian-style atelier with 18' ceilings, a huge skylight, a large working fireplace and charming treetop views from double sash windows. A wide staircase leads to the rooftop terrace.

Roof:
A staircase with bulkhead door leads to a large cedar roof deck with built-in seating and open views of verdant treetops and the surrounding historic district. There is water and electric on this level and a separate fenced in mechanical area that houses the central air conditioning units.

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2.
143 East 69th Street   (Click address for more details)
Listing #: 22482985
Price: $7,500,000
Floors: 6
Approx Sq Ft: 5,000
Sect: Upper East Side
143 East 69th Street is a historic single-family residence located in the heart of the Upper East Side. Originally built in 1879 by architect James E. Ware, this neo-Grec-style home has been lovingly restored and renovated. At six stories tall, plus a full-height finished basement, this approximately 5,000 square foot home is configured with four to five bedrooms, which includes a full-floor primary suite, an office/den, and six bathrooms. The gracious ceiling heights and large windows on each level allow natural light to flood the home from front to back. Upon entry through the ground level, there is an eye-catching view of the maturely landscaped garden and glass solarium extension. This deep floor plate allows for an eat-in kitchen with service entry to the street, a built-in banquette, and high-end Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, as well as a large dining room with a centered wood-burning fireplace and a sitting area that leads to the private outdoor space. The Parlor Level is open and ideal for both entertaining and lounging. Ceiling heights of approximately 12 feet, well-preserved period details that include plaster moldings and fireplace mantles, and 3 gracious windows at the front and rear facades create the perfect setting for this floor. A wet bar and powder room are perfectly concealed and positioned on the large central landing, offering flexibility. In addition, the extension off the ground level allows the most discerning buyer the opportunity to create a private terrace overlooking the garden in the rear. The third level is dedicated to the primary suite with a large bedroom in the rear, ample closet space throughout, and a pass-through marble tiled, five-fixture bathroom that leads to the mahogany paneled front office or den. The fourth level features two graciously sized bedrooms each with an en suite bathroom, while the fifth-floor penthouse level acts as an additional bedroom or sitting area with a full bathroom. The excavated cellar with approximately 9-foot ceiling heights is outfitted with tremendous storage, a gym, a steam room with a shower, and all the mechanical systems for the home.
3.
225 East 48th Street   (Click address for more details)
Listing #: 255719
Price: $5,500,000
Floors: 4
Approx Sq Ft: 4,500
Sect: Middle East Side
Welcome to 225 East 48th Street an elegantly renovated light-filled townhouse featuring 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3 powder rooms, an elevator, a beautifully landscaped roof deck, two terraces, and a private garden. Equipped with a cutting-edge smart home integration system, this turn-key home takes tech-inspired living to new levels of luxury. Nestled on a serene tree-lined block, this home has Turtle Bay Garden views, and approximately 4,500 sq ft of living space, with an additional 1,000+ sq ft of desirable outdoor space. The back of the house has north-facing floor to ceiling windows overlooking the garden and the facade has oversized south-facing windows filling the house with wonderful light. Built in 1867, this Italianate-style home underwent a thorough two-year renovation in 2016, resulting in an elegant combination of modern sophistication with architectural accents showcasing the historical elements. Entering the parlor floor, through an arched double door, one is immediately impressed by the thoughtful design and original detail which includes two marble fireplace mantels and a meticulously restored gilded pier mirror. Classic white oak herringbone floors are complemented by 10 7 ceilings, and hand-crafted walnut cabinetry and millwork grace the spacious reception area and large living room. Adjoining the two rooms is a beautiful maple and marble wet bar complete with a Franke sink, Miele dishwasher and wine fridge. A discreetly placed half bath is also on this floor. The double living room seamlessly accommodates two seating areas, and is anchored by floor to ceiling windows and French doors that open to a terrace that faces the garden. The thoughtfully designed eat-in kitchen, designed by Henrybuilt, is perfect for entertaining or a quiet dinner at home, and features high end appliances including a Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, Miele double wall oven, dishwasher, and five burner induction cooktop with pot filler. French doors off the kitchen open to another terrace, the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a coffee or glass of wine, and take-in the view of the Turtle Bay Gardens. A hallway with a pantry and guest bath, brings you to the sunny dining room which has tall south-facing windows and ample room for a seating area and large table. The home's inviting interior extends upstairs to the top floor primary bedroom suite, complete with built-out dressing area, fireplace, and relaxing spa-like marble bath that includes a deep, freestanding soaking tub, dual-sink vanity, separate steam shower, radiant heated flooring, an oversized skylight, and an electric mirror with integrated TV. The two generously sized bedrooms on the 4th floor share a hall bath and have built-out closets with maple interiors. All bathrooms feature Toto wall mounted toilets with built-in bidets, walnut vanities with Bianco Carrara marble countertops and Hansgrohe fixtures. The main laundry area is conveniently located on this level with a full-size LG washer and dryer and utility sink adjacent to your linen closet. The garden level, with separate under the stoop access, can function as a guest apartment or as additional bedrooms or entertaining space. There is a south-facing front living room, full-service kitchen with Bosch induction range and oven, dishwasher and Liebherr refrigerator, washer/dryer, full bath and a bedroom with garden access. A finished full height basement provides ample storage with built in maple shelving and a sizable cedar closet, as well as a dedicated exercise space, and houses the mechanicals. Outdoor areas are equipped with timed landscape lighting and programmable, automated drip irrigation systems. Zola triple-paned windows, on a low-traffic street, maintain a quiet, peaceful environment throughout. Additional features of this turnkey property include a large skylight, central air, smart home Savant Pro automation system, motorized Lutron window treatments, and built-in speakers with Sonos music server. The h
4.
115 West 120th Street   (Click address for more details)
Listing #: 325814
Price: $4,750,000
Floors: 3
Approx Sq Ft: 5,040
Nghbd: Harlem
Located on one of the most coveted tree lined block in South Harlem, one with the most beautiful Renaissance brownstones block, this gorgeous 4 story single family residence features 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, 1 magical half bath. The architecturally unique brownstone is approximately 5200SF and boasts a large garden, a deck on the top floor, exquisite details throughout, the 20" home has been renovated to perfection, while preserving the divine original details, it created a heaven for todays lifestyle. Garden Floor: a separate entrance leads you to an impressive ludic space, game room, TV room with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the garden done by the artist James Stephenson, which comprises a 100 Inch Elite retractable electronic projection screen. Also on the floor is a studio/maids room with an ensuite bathroom and a kitchenette. Parlor Floor: the floor through has soaring high ceilings, a living room with fireplace, a dining room, a chefs eat-in kitchen composed of Bilotta cabinets with 2 inches Carerra marble, a bluestar range, sub zero and wine fridge with ice maker, 2 Miele dishwasher, a Samsung washer and dryer and a gorgeous powder room with heated flooring. Third Floor: houses the primary gut renovated bedroom with breathtaking proportions, many custom closets, an ensuite stunning bathroom with artistic tiles and heated flooring. The front room is a serene library / office/ den Top Floor: houses 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a fabulous exercise room and on the deck, an outdoor Red Wood Canadian cedar sauna with Harvia heater. There is a Mitsubishi AC Mini split 5 system, a new hot water heating system, walnut flooring throughout, a central fire alarm monitoring, sprinkler system, a citibin garbage and recycling enclosure and a parcel bin for Fed Ex/Amazon/UPS, all lighting is done by Cliff Star. The house has every room that is wished for and so much more! The outlooks are all onto trees and greenery. It is located near Restaurants row, Whole Foods, the soon to come Trader Joes, 3 Parks, a dog run, and all public transportations. I will be delighted to offer you a tour.
 
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