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Warm up by the fireplace in this cozy $1.4M Brooklyn Heights co-op

Michelle Cohen — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 19:15:00 +0000

Asking $1,399,000, this two-bedroom home at 54 Willow Street in historic Brooklyn Heights definitely has location going for it. And though it may not be huge, the classic co-op has central air and a wood-burning fireplace for all-season comfort. Two baths and an in-unit washer and dryer make it all you really need for a compact and carefree home base.

The spacious, sunny living room is framed by a wall of windows with treetop views. High ceilings, built-ins, and the aforementioned marble-wrapped fireplace are highlights of the home’s pre-war charm.

The pass-through kitchen features a window into the dining area. Granite countertops and clean white cabinetry provide plenty of space to store and prep.

The spacious primary bedroom features an ensuite bathroom, a deep closet, and garden views. The second bedroom is served by another full bath.

The covetably situated pet-friendly co-op offers basement storage, bike storage and low maintenance fees. Unlike many co-ops, subletting is allowed after two years of residency.

[Listing details: 54 Willow Street, 2B at CityRealty]

[At The Corcoran Group by Jay Glazer, Kholood Breiche and Jason Breier]

Behind a classic Soho facade, there’s nothing raw about this $4.25M loft triplex

Michelle Cohen — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 20:45:00 +0000

Behind a classic cast iron loft facade at 123 Prince Street in the heart of Soho, this triplex loft expands to three levels, with all-new interiors that include three bedrooms and plenty of living space. Asking $4,250,000, the downtown co-op has been outfitted with high-end custom finishes, including a rear wall of glass that overlooks a private vertical garden.

A full menu of modern amenities complements loft living. State-of-the-art systems include central air, thermostatically-controlled heating, custom LED lighting on dimmers throughout the apartment, and a retractable 110-inch home theater screen with surround sound speakers. You’ll also find a laundry room, abundant closets, and Boffi-appointed bathrooms.

The home begins on the middle floor, through an entrance gallery with floor-to-ceiling closets. The most dramatic space is the central living/dining room with high ceilings and exposed brick walls. A glass wall and sliding doors frame an outdoor patio.

A sleek Boffi kitchen designed by Piero Lissoni is anchored by a center island with a unique overhead storage system that includes an extractor fan and floating stainless steel shelving. Corian and Pietra Cardosa countertops frame custom walnut millwork and Miele and Gaggenau appliances. Also on this level, a home office/media room is concealed by sliding frosted glass panels.

Up a modern floating staircase, the lofted primary suite includes a closet-lined dressing room and separate linen closets. The en-suite bath has heated floors, a Boffi custom vanity, a two-person Kohler soaking tub, and a separate glass-enclosed rain shower. Petal-pink walls contrast with blue-hued accent walls on the main floor, providing a guideline for future color options.

On the home’s lowest level are two more bedrooms, a sitting area, and another full bath with heated flooring. Both of the bedrooms are lit by skylights and tall windows facing the back garden.

Built in 1891, the seven-unit boutique cooperative offers a new automatic elevator, a new boiler and hot water reservoir tank, and a refurbished lobby among many recent upgrades. There is no underlying mortgage and the building has a permanent Certificate of Occupancy.

[Listing details: 123 Prince Street Apt. 1 at CityRealty]

[At Brown Harris Stevens by Richard Orenstein and Lawrence Kieran]

An 1870s Clinton Hill carriage house, rebuilt to Passive House standards, asks $7.5M

Michelle Cohen — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 14:55:27 +0000

This one-of-a-kind townhouse at 329 Vanderbilt Avenue on the border between Clinton Hill and Fort Greene, Brooklyn, is a showcase of innovative architecture and peerless modern design, undertaken by architecture firm Schiller Projects. The directive: re-imagining an 1870s carriage house with a focus on sustainability, design, and efficient engineering, in accordance with Passive House standards. The result is Brooklyn’s first mass timber single-family residence, currently asking $7,500,000.

As Brownstoner reports, the carriage house in its previous–and less-than-noteworthy–form was asking $3.95 million in 2016; it finally sold for $2.75 million in 2018. The unassuming collection of nondescript rental apartments has come a long way; in its newest life behind a perfectly restored facade, the carriage house features a garage with a curb cut, an interior atrium, and a landscaped roof terrace with views of the Gothic cathedral next door.

The project cost $2 million and wrapped up at the beginning of the year, according to the New York Times.

The home’s entry-level starts with a private garage that opens into the foyer. Inside, the light-filled living space opens beneath soaring ceilings. Bespoke wood-framed sliding glass doors–constructed nearby in the Brooklyn Navy Yard–open onto a spacious backyard, landscaped and ready for seasonal dining and entertaining.

A chic, modern kitchen features wood-fronted cabinetry, blue marble countertops, and Fisher & Paykel appliances. There’s bar seating at the central island, and the adjacent dining area allows for more formal feasts. Daylight pours in from the rear glazing; a thorough installation of semi-recessed ceiling fixtures assures full illumination after hours. There is also a powder room on this floor.

At the core of this stunning home is an indoor atrium planted with mature trees. Surrounding the atrium, a minimal, modern central staircase was constructed from Douglas Fir with details like concealed hardware and slatted wood to allow light to reach all floors. The natural wood stairs perfectly complement mass timber ceilings and recycled wood flooring.

On the second floor of the carriage house, light from massive arched windows, a large skylight, and recessed ceiling fixtures illuminates the living room, framed by original brick walls.

Across from the living room are two bedrooms, each with its own bath. Both chambers overlook the back garden and the brownstones and greenery of the historic neighborhood. This floor also offers a laundry room with storage and a sink.

Up one more flight is a heavenly primary suite; Schiller Projects added this entire level atop the original carriage house to create a private oasis. The suite consists of a sunken indoor sitting area, a huge dressing room, and a luxurious bath with a walk-in shower in addition to the bedroom. Best of all, the bedroom opens out to the home’s stunning roof deck.

From the roof deck, gaze at the stained glass and oxidized copper roof of one of the city’s only Gothic Revival-style cathedrals–and the surrounding Brooklyn neighborhoods. This secluded urban paradise is landscaped on all sides with native plants.

As advanced and innovative as it is, the home’s construction relied heavily on local craftspeople. All custom windows were manufactured nearby at the Brooklyn Navy Yard; wood flooring throughout the home was made from recycled original wood beams by a local Brooklyn millwork facility; and a new lighting system was created specifically for the space by local lighting company Stickbulb.

[Listing details: 329 Vanderbilt Avenue at CityRealty]

[At Compass by Nick Gavin and Allie Fraza]

New-York Historical Society expansion will feature new Democracy Wing

Michelle Cohen — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 17:00:06 +0000

New York’s oldest museum, the New-York Historical Society Museum and Library, begins construction this month on an 80,000-square-foot renovation and expansion project. As 6sqft previously reported, the $140 million five-story extension at the rear of the museum’s Upper West Side location will be designed by architect Robert A.M. Stern. New-York Historical president and CEO Louise Mirrer announced Monday the new addition will feature a Democracy Wing. When construction is completed in 2026–just in time for the nation’s 250th anniversary–the new wing will offer educational programs and a home for valuable materials on American democracy.

The Landmarks Preservation Commission-approved addition will also provide the first real home for the American LGBTQ+ Museum, a partner institution dedicated to LGBTQ+ history and culture. The new space will also feature a courtyard and rooftop garden terraces with Central Park views.

On the wing’s second floor, the Tang Academy for American Democracy will offer the New-York Historical’s award-winning American history educational program. The Dorothy Tapper Goldman Center for Teaching Democracy will offer a space for teachers, scholars, and museum professionals to collaborate on explorations of history and political theory.

“As construction begins on our new wing, we are fulfilling a vision set into motion in 1937 by the Trustees of New-York Historical Society, who had the foresight to purchase the lot adjacent to our building, knowing that our growing collections and evolving programs for scholars, students, educators, and the public would someday need room to expand,” said Dr. Mirrer in a statement.

“As we look ahead, our new wing will serve as a beacon for democracy education, a powerhouse of inclusive history, and a home for history enthusiasts of all backgrounds and perspectives. We look forward to seeing Robert A. M. Stern Architects’ design, which was crafted with extraordinary skill and sensitivity, come to realization.”

The expansion will also house the Klingenstein Family Gallery, The Stuart and Jane Weitzman Shoe Museum, a conservation studio for painting and paper, and storage stacks for collections in the Patricia D. Klingenstein Library. The new addition’s facade will be constructed from granite from the same quarry in Deer Isle, Maine that yielded the stone used in the original 114-year-old building.

“It’s a privilege to work with the New-York Historical Society on this expansion of its landmark building, enabling it to extend its broad and vital mission to a growing audience that ranges from local schoolchildren to international visitors,” Stern, founder and senior partner of Robert A.M. Stern Architects, said.

“With input from engaged and supportive neighbors and in response to the historic neighboring townhouses, the design of the expansion is sympathetic to the palette and rhythm of the 1908 building and its 1938 additions.”

Stephen Sondheim’s Connecticut country retreat lists for $3.25M

Michelle Cohen — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 15:55:38 +0000

The Roxbury, Connecticut home of late Broadway icon Stephen Sondheim is now on the market, asking $3,250,000. The celebrated composer and lyricist’s retreat is for sale for the first time in nearly 40 years. Situated on nine secluded country acres, the historic 1792 property features a three-bedroom main house, a pool, a one-bedroom pool house, and a detached garage. Within, the home boasts a 21st-century renovation, with more than a passing nod to its former owner’s remarkable creativity.

In the beautifully renovated main house, rooms have plenty of space to ponder and create. A dramatic living room is framed by a soaring cathedral ceiling, historic wide-plank wood flooring, and tall windows overlooking the verdant grounds. The room is anchored by a rough-hewn stone fireplace.

A lively country kitchen has warm stone tile flooring, rich wood countertops, top-notch appliances, and plenty of wine storage. The decor in the formal dining room references the home’s history.

Framed by walls of windows and a slate floor, the home’s sunroom is the perfect place to spend an afternoon.

After dinner, head for the classically appointed entertainment and music room, perfect for piano recitals, a game of pool–or conversion to an additional bedroom.

Also on the main level, the primary suite gets a sprawling full bath underscored by tile and stone. Beyond the walk-in shower, it’s the first bathroom we’ve seen with built-in library shelving.

Upstairs are two more ensuite bedrooms, each with a private sitting room. A paneled library is here, too, of course.

The grounds showcase the Connecticut countryside, with amenities that add up to a perfect contemporary retreat. A hot tub and a pool complement a one-bedroom pool house with a rustic stone porch and a stone fire pit; a two-car garage adds convenience.

Sondheim’s Turtle Bay townhouse hit the market for $7 million in July. He bought the home in 1960 and lived there until his death in 2021 at 91.

[Listing details: At Klemm Real Estate by Graham Klemm and Carolyn Klemm]

Yankees legend Bernie Williams’ Westchester apartment asks $2M

Michelle Cohen — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 21:08:08 +0000

Longtime center fielder for the New York Yankees and World Series champ Bernie Williams just put his Westchester condo on the market for $1,999,000. The two-bedroom apartment at 10 City Place in White Plains is the kind of home base any celebrity–or busy New Yorker–would appreciate: In addition to indoor and outdoor entertaining space, the full-service residential tower is packed with amenities, from a kids’ playroom to a pool and tennis courts.

The current two-bedroom unit was converted from three bedrooms, adding “extra-large” to its list of bragging points. Additional home runs include sweeping views of surrounding Westchester County, an open floor plan, and a terrace that runs the length of the apartment. Interior perks include custom lighting design and a Sonos sound system.

An open-plan main space has plenty of room for entertaining, living, and dining. A sleek, contemporary kitchen features marble countertops, a breakfast island, and seating for six. But the MVP of this move-in-ready residence is the terrace, accessed via the living space or the home’s main bedroom.

An impressive primary bedroom boasts electric shades and a custom walk-in closet. The luxurious primary bath has a soaking tub and walk-in shower.

The full-service building makes it hard to leave, with just about everything you’d want on the premises, including a doorman, a 24-hour concierge, security staff, and valet parking. An always-open state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor pool and spa, outdoor pool, tennis courts and basketball court will help you stay in championship shape.

There’s also a residents lounge, a business center, and an outdoor dining space with barbecue grills. Families will love the indoor children’s playroom and an outdoor playground. The building is 15 minutes from the Westchester Airport, and plenty of shopping and dining is nearby.

[Listing details: 10 City Place, 30D at Douglas Elliman by Stacy Oestriech]

Fire up your outdoor kitchen while looking out on the Hudson River in this $6M Bronx home

Michelle Cohen — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 18:30:00 +0000

In the Bronx neighborhood of Spuyten Duyvil overlooking the Hudson River, this unusual mini-mansion at 3061 Scenic Place offers a chance to live the manor life without leaving New York City. Asking $5,990,000, this 5,872-square-foot recently-renovated Georgian Colonial home is a different kind of townhouse, breathtaking river views included. A full outdoor kitchen takes full advantage of the views, while a home movie theater keeps everyone entertained when the weather says, “stay indoors.”

Attention to detail and top-quality finishes make the home’s interiors mansion-worthy, from the opulent marble foyer to roomfuls of custom millwork and moldings. Dark wide-plank wood floors create an understated frame.

On the first floor, three exposures frame a formal living room anchored by a contemporary fireplace. Step outside and spend the afternoon on a balcony that overlooks the backyard and the river.

An expansive eat-in kitchen is anchored by a honed marble island, complemented by marble countertops. An impressive collection of hard-working Gaggenau appliances includes double sinks, dishwashers, a steam oven, a double-wide fridge, gas and induction cooktops, and plenty of pantry space. A bonus room functions as a home office.

Up a dramatic stair on the second floor is a suitably luxurious primary suite with a marble bath. A private stairway leads to a full-floor sitting room with scenic views on every side and two large walk-in closets.

There are three additional bedrooms and two full baths. Each of these chambers has enviable views of the grounds and scenery just beyond.

On the home’s lower level is a dream of an entertaining space. A casual living room opens onto a formal dining area overlooking the river. Also on this floor is a fully-appointed theater room with reclining leather seating.

The host will undoubtedly get the most compliments–and have the most fun–on the sprawling stone patio overlooking the river. This oasis features a full outdoor kitchen equipped with a grill, pizza oven, and wood-burning fireplace.

[Listing details: 3061 Scenic Place at CityRealty]

[At Coldwell Banker Realty by Adam Bachner]

Sally Jessy Raphael’s $6.5M upstate manor comes with 17 bedrooms and 30 hand-carved mythical creatures

Michelle Cohen — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 19:14:45 +0000

Former tabloid talk show host Sally Jessy Raphael’s 25.5-acre equestrian estate just hit the market for $6,500,000. Even without the fame connection, this fanciful and fabulous property is worthy of its own TV show. The property consists of a 43-room Elizabethan manor house, two caretaker homes, a carriage house with groom’s quarters, a yoga studio, a 12,000-square-foot stable, a greenhouse, and more. Known as Elmwood Farm, the Pawling, NY, estate is the town’s most expensive listing. The main house, built in 1860 is itself an architectural event, with 17 bedrooms, 10 fireplaces, and endless ornate and whimsical details.

Inside, hand-carved pilasters, hand-painted plaster ceiling motifs and moldings, leaded glass windows, and variegated gables with carved vignette timber fascia and Gothic spires frame a painstakingly updated home. The mansion’s many rooms are surprisingly perfect for modern life.

The intimate living room is anchored by a fireplace and framed by wooden beams and rich restored wooden flooring. Everything is big enough to serve a medieval feast in the well-appointed country kitchen and capacious dining room. A gorgeous sunroom is surrounded by arched steel-framed windows overlooking the verdant grounds.

The home’s many ornate chambers are ready to provide endless entertainment for your guests, friends, and family. The music room features marble-tiled flooring and a massive fireplace. The plaster-framed den is perfect for small gatherings. And who wouldn’t want a private chapel?

Details provide a distraction–and companionship–at every turn: A figured-oak grand staircase is enhanced by 30 newel posts with hand-carved mythical creatures. On the second floor, you’ll find walls adorned with hand-painted storybook murals.

There are currently no fewer than 17 bedrooms here. Each with its own lavish decor, they appear to range from palatial to merely adorable. Bathrooms feature antique fixtures and plenty of charm.

Beyond the main manor house, the grounds hold a wonderland of good things. A barn awaits your trusty steed, as does a sprawling garage. The property promises to be the perfect upstate country retreat for an army of your favorite knights and damsels, where there’s never a shortage of spaces to explore.

[Listing details: 618 Quaker Lane Road by Harriet Norris of Douglas Elliman]

This $18.5M modern Village mansion has a hot tub on the roof and a private garage

Michelle Cohen — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 18:45:03 +0000

Living in Greenwich Village comes at a premium regardless of size, so the $18,500,000 ask for a 7,198-square-foot townhouse at 9 Minetta Street comes as no surprise. For that jumbo price tag, you get mansion-sized measurements and an over-the-top collection of perks rarely found in Manhattan real estate. The contemporary townhouse spans seven floors, with a garage below and an elevator accessing all levels. The new construction home is topped with a rooftop retreat with a hot tub, and there’s a rear garden with a water wall.

The four-bedroom home is the only one of its kind in the Greenwich Village Historic District. The city extended the South Village Historic District to Minetta Street in 2013, a year after the project at 9 Minetta Street was approved, allowing work to proceed. It’s likely the last new development to be permitted in this district.

The ground floor offers a large family room, complete with a stunning fireplace; the space connects to an outdoor garden with a soothing water feature. It is here where the future owners will enjoy family gatherings, business meetings or host cocktail parties and receptions.

State-of-the-art interiors include ERCO gallery lighting, floating stairs, and a home automation system that controls built-in speakers, lighting, temperature control, security, and automated shades.

Living space begins at the garden level with a double-height parlor anchored by a modern gas fireplace. Floor-to-ceiling windows overlook lush outdoor spaces and underscore the townhouse experience. Throughout are radiant-heated Brazilian walnut floors. This level opens out into a landscaped garden with bamboo plantings and a water wall feature.

The second floor gets down to business with a kitchen anchored by a 20-foot island and a marble fireplace. High-end highlights include a Sub-Zero wine refrigerator and Miele coffee station, two sinks, three ovens, and two dishwashers. The dining area is also on this floor.

The third floor offers an intimate living room, music room, and office; any of these spaces could become additional bedrooms–or anything else that fits your needs. There’s a powder room on each of the lower floors.

The fourth floor offers three bedrooms and a laundry room. Spacious baths–one is ensuite–feature walk-in showers and soaking tubs.

The fifth floor is a luxurious private retreat, featuring a 55-foot-long primary suite. The bedroom is served by a windowed dressing room with bespoke closets, and a suitably spacious bath with all the trimmings.

Above the townhouse is a dreamy rooftop garden paradise with a hot tub/soaking pool, an outdoor kitchen, and built-in benches. An audio and lighting system turns the garden into an entertaining wonderland.

This one-of-its-kind modern city mansion is anchored by a private garage on the gallery level, where you’ll find the elevator landing for convenient access to the floors above.

[Listing details: 9 Minetta Street at CityRealty]

[At SERHANT . by Andy Klaric and Chase Landow]

SHOP THE LISTING: $3.5M Flatiron condo channels a dreamy Paris apartment with an upstairs atelier

Michelle Cohen — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 20:57:46 +0000

If you’ve dreamed of waking up in a Parisian flat and stepping out to the terrace for morning coffee and al fresco dining, this Flatiron condo at 10 East 22nd Street might be exactement ce que vous recherchez. Asking $3,495,000, this Manhattan penthouse is currently configured as a one-bedroom home, but a flexible floor plan has room for two additional bedrooms. A skylit atelier and verdant landscaped terraces make this two-story space a chic refuge from the New York City grind. If you love the interior design of this home, we’ve sourced a few key pieces that are identical or similar to the items in the listing photos. So you can get the look–without having to move.

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$3.5M Flatiron condo channels a dreamy Paris apartment, with landscaped terrace and upstairs atelier

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