246 West 10th Street

A unique residence rarely arriving on the market is ready to be made into your own special haven. This circa 1826 Federal-style, 20 foot wide single-family townhouse is one of the oldest homes in New York, located on a tree-lined street in the heart of the West Village. The simple yet elegant facade features warm orange brick with charming eight over eight windows. A paneled door framed by fluted columns sits on wood carved to imitate rusticated stone. To the west of the home is an iron door and passageway once used as a “horse-walk” that allowed the contiguous owners to lead their steed from the shared rear courtyard to the street.
Upon entering the residence, you are welcomed into a separate foyer that opens up into a “great room” offering separate living and dining areas that flank a substantial kitchen with two islands—one for preparation and one for informal dining. This room has high ceilings, warm wide-planked hardwood floors, a fireplace and other original details. Window boxes decorate the back windows and add a hint of color to the dining experience.
A rear glass door on the parlor level leads to the spacious garden and courtyard currently shared with the home’s neighbors. According to folklore, this courtyard was featured in the film “Serpico” as Al Pacino’s garden and also was the inspiration for the courtyard scene in Alfred Hitchcock’s, “Rear Window.”
Take the staircase up to the second floor which houses two light-filled, generous bedrooms, each with a fireplace. Also on this floor is a full bath and large laundry room with vented dryer. A decked terrace off the back bedroom provides a shaded refuge.
The third floor features a striking loft-like space perfect for a master bedroom suite. Currently used as a bedroom and office with a fireplace, it boasts oversized skylights, a full bath, ample closets, and yet another terrace. All doors on this floor, including the closets, bathroom, and door to the terrace, exhibit a Moroccan influence that can be witnessed throughout the townhouse.
As if this is not enough, the residence also features a fully finished English basement with two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and radiant heated floors. Just three blocks from Hudson River Park and minutes away from all that the West Village has to offer, this special home is waiting to be transformed into a warm and elegant home. Note: staging for photos only as tenants are in place. Shown via open house and private appointment with at least 24 hours notice. Will be delivered vacant.