156 East 36th Street

SOLD! Huge sun-flooded townhouse offers light on the long side of the building due to an impressive 41+-foot expanse. Enjoy as single family, or commercial live/work in this very special historic enclave located just off Lexington Avenue in prime Murray Hill. Sniffen Court, often referred to as the "Hollywood of the East" offers the perfect LIVE/WORK option with legal zoning for commercial and elegant single family occupancy. Come see one of New York's most charming private mews, with elegance, privacy and zen-like living in the heart of the City, plus super-low monthlies and privacy too.

Full time use or investor-friendly, this prewar gem is 1 of only 10 private townhouses on a gorgeous gated historic courtyard. Enjoy amazing natural light all day long, and 20+- feet of frontage on Sniffen Court's historic gated mews with charming trees and plantings for your fix of serenity and natural beauty. There are 3 separate entrances that easily enable live/work convenience if needed, or enjoy as an elegant single family residence with SUPER LOW TAXES.

Originally built as an engravers live/work studio, transformed c. 1915 from a low-rise Romanesque building used for stables during the Civil War era into a warm and inviting residence, this sunny 4-story + cellar offers soaring ceilings, gracious layout, dramatic architectural details and 3 bright exposures!!! The added convenience of residential and commercial usage makes this opportunity unique, currently configured as a 4 bedroom home with spacious guest quarters/flex 5th bed, this magical home in the Sniffen enclave offers a lovely home at a nice price.

Said to be once occupied by the legendary Cole Porter, and neighbored by other entertainment figures, the townhouse is conveniently located on a lovely tree-lined street between Lexington and Third Avenues close to Grand Central. Local amenities including shopping, restaurants, with major bus and subway access nearby, this rare live/work opportunity has 3 legal entrances and a meticulous gated courtyard enclosed by a European secure gated access system. Ideal for live/work commercial, government, embassy, foundation, residential or even 1031 Exchange, this home can easily be delivered vacant within 30 days.