Updated 8 years ago
Sold
259 Elizabeth Street, 1-B
Soho, Manhattan | Prince Street & East Houston Street
Loft 5 Rooms2 Beds1 BathCondo
$1,495,000
Common Charges$415
RE Taxes$703
This property was sold for $1,510,000 on 09/12/18.
Listing Features
- Abundant Closets
- Custom Closets
- Custom Lighting
- Duplex
- Entry Foyer
- Galley Kitchen
- High Ceilings [15']
- Live/Work
- Sleeping Loft
- Solarium
- Straight Staircase
- Walk-in Closet
- Oversized Windows
- Dishwasher
- Open Kitchen
- S Steel Appliances
Outdoor space and views
- Garden Views
- South Exposure
- West Exposure
Building Amenities
- Part-Time Doorman
- Elevator
- Laundry Room
Policies
- Pets Allowed
Property Description for 259 Elizabeth Street, 1-B
Art is moved beyond the frame in this stylish duplex home located at 259 Elizabeth Street. Upon entering the residence through the gallery, you are welcomed by soaring 15-foot ceilings and stacked over-sized windows. Sunlight floods the living space, illuminating the bespoke Calico wallpaper and immediately evoking a sense of serenity and warmth. The open-concept layout features two well-proportioned bedrooms, a large home office/sleeping area, and one renovated bathroom.On the first floor, the open kitchen extends into the generous living and dining space. The kitchen itself was recently renovated with stainless steel appliances, Scandinavian-style cabinetry, and marble counters. Beyond the living space is the first-floor bedroom which is enclosed by a beautiful and sunny curved glass atrium. The mint-condition full bath is also conveniently located on the first floor and was recently renovated with 2-inch honeycomb mosaic Carrara marble tile and Kohler fixtures.The upper level of the duplex offers a harmonious connection to the rest of the home. The spacious second bedroom has an over-sized window, a large custom closet with ornate sliding doors, and a curtain-concealed glass wall that overlooks the living room. At the end of the hall is a large home office or sleeping room for guests and a massive walk-in closet. There are solidmaple hardwood floors throughout the residence, through-the-wall AC, and a new LG washer-dryer for your convenience.The Empire Condominium is a boutique building at the vibrant nexus of Nolita and Soho and surrounded by picture-perfect cobblestone streets, trendy restaurants, shopping, nightlife, and culture, including the Elizabeth Street Garden, New Museum, and the International Center of Photography. This pet-friendly building has a part-time doorman and permits live-work situations.
Listing History for 259 Elizabeth Street, 1-B
Now
09/14/2018
$1,510,000
Sold and Closed by Michael J. Franco
Corcoran
08/16/2018
Contract Signed by Michael J. Franco
Corcoran
Building Details for 259 Elizabeth Street
OwnershipCondo
Building TypeLoft
Service LevelPart-Time Doorman
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1987
Financing Allowed90%
Floors/Apts7/26
Transit and Citi Bike
Subway
Bleecker St
0.17 miles
Broadway-Lafayette St
0.17 miles
Spring St
0.19 miles
Prince St
0.2 miles
2 Av
0.21 miles
Citi Bike
Mott St & Prince St
0.05 miles
Lafayette St & Jersey St
0.12 miles
Soho | Manhattan
Quick Profile
Famous for its art galleries, designer boutiques, cobblestone streets and cast-iron architecture, SoHo has always been full of buzz - wowing both tourists and locals alike. It’s rich with history (more so than most neighborhoods). So, whether you’re a computer nerd, serial shopper or foodie, you’re guaranteed to find something exciting to do in this storied neighborhood.
SoHo is bounded by Houston Street to the north, Canal Street in the south, 6th Avenue to the west and Crosby Street on the east.
The neighborhood has gone through many ups and downs over its long history. Enough to make a voluminous history book. When the Dutch discovered Lower Manhattan, they came across indigenous people living on the island. Technically, the American Indians were the first Manhattanites and then the Dutch moved in making them the second original Manhattanites.
After the Civil War ended, the west side of Lower Manhattan flourished because the shipping routes changed. Textiles and the need for all types of products increased. Warehouses and large lofts were built and replaced farmland to accommodate the commerce. Many of those buildings are still standing and give SoHo its unique character and charm.
The bustling commerce eventually stopped and in the mid 1800’s, well-to-do families began moving into SoHo. They built exquisite buildings, many of which are characterized by their cast-iron facades. Soon after it became residential, theatres, music halls and eateries followed. The wealthy eventually left and the once prosperous district began another decline.
The 1960’s marks SoHo’s most definitive period. City planners lost their bid to build a major highway that would level a portion of the neighborhood and many historic buildings. After their failed attempt to revitalize SoHo, artists quickly moved into the empty lofts and warehouses. Some legally, and other move-ins, not so legal. The city turned a blind eye. Artists of all mediums working from their new creative spaces created a ripple in the art scene. It was such a ripple that the well-to-do uptown crowd started buying their art and hanging out with them. The uptown folks eventually moved into the neighborhood and began buying up the lofts and warehouses. As soon as the word spread, up went the property values and the rest is history.
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OLR ID: 70558
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