$1,925,000
Updated 7 years ago
Sold

The Police Building

240 Centre Street, 2-N

Little Italy, Manhattan | Grand Street & Broome Street

Loft 3 Rooms1 Bed2 Baths1,100 Square FeetCondop

$1,925,000
Price Per SF
$1,750

This property was sold for $1,940,000 on 11/19/19.

Listing Features

  • Abundant Closets
  • BuiltIns
  • Dressing Area
  • Duplex
  • Galley Kitchen
  • High Ceilings [17']
  • Original Details
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Arched Windows
  • Noise Abate Wdws
  • Dishwasher
  • Horseshoe Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Open Kitchen
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • Stall Shower

Outdoor space and views

  • East Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full Service
  • Bike Storage
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Facility
  • Garden
  • Laundry Room
  • Storage

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 240 Centre Street, 2-N

Built in 1905 and designated a New York City landmark in 1978, 240 Centre Street remains one of the most iconic residential addresses downtown. Formerly the New York City Police Headquarters and now a full-service co-op, the building rises six stories high and is comprised of 55 distinct homes. Known for their dramatic ceiling heights, duplexed floor plans and large-scale windows, apartments at The Police Building rarely come up for sale. Surrounded by downtown's most desirable neighborhoods, residents here have easy access to Nolita, Soho, Noho, Tribeca, Little Italy, the LES and Chinatown.

Entering 2N is an experience in Beaux Arts and Edwardian Baroque architecture styles and the original detail seen throughout the home cannot be replicated today. This stunning duplex spans approximately 1,100 square feet, has 16-foot ceilings, nine-foot tall arched windows facing east over Centre Market Place, central a/c, a large master suite and two renovated bathrooms.

Through the front door you are greeted by a grand salon with dramatic, cathedral height ceilings. Live, dine and entertain in an impressive, 24-foot long great room framed by three massive windows overlooking Centre Market Place which is a discreet, one-block lane. Soaring ceilings and amazing natural light define the space along with an open, windowed kitchen equipped with a large breakfast bar. The foyer leads you down a gallery which houses three oversized closets, in-unit washer/dryer and one of two renovated bathrooms. Upstairs is the master suite which is pin drop quiet. The bedroom has a large dressing area with two large closets, a built-in reading bench and a renovated master bathroom with Lefroy Brooks fixtures and a shower/tub combination.

Meaningful upgrades done by the current owner include brand new central a/c and heat, soundproof windows upstairs, a fully enclosed and privatized bedroom and an open kitchen with a Carrara marble breakfast bar.

The Police Building is known for its unprecedented level of white glove service and privacy. The building staff includes 24/7 concierge, a separate doorman on duty, a full time resident manager and porters. Each exclusive home has access to a fitness room, a bucolic resident's garden accessed through large double doors and additional private storage in the building. 240 Centre is a pet friendly co-op which allows pied-à-terre, subletting and 70% max financing.

Listing History for 240 Centre Street, 2-N

Now
11/19/2019
$1,940,000
Sold and Closed by Todd Lewin
Compass
08/30/2019
Contract Signed by Todd Lewin
Compass

Building Details for 240 Centre Street

OwnershipCondop
Building TypeLoft
Service LevelFull Service
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1909
Financing Allowed70%
Floors/Apts6/55
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

Canal St
0.13 miles
Spring St
0.17 miles
Bowery
0.23 miles
Grand St
0.26 miles
Prince St
0.31 miles

Citi Bike

Lafayette St & Grand St
0.04 miles
Howard St & Lafayette St
0.1 miles

Contact Agents

Contact Agents

Todd Lewin
Compass
Gabi Wuhl
Compass

Little Italy | Manhattan

Quick Profile

It’s fitting that the neighborhood’s name is Little Italy because It’s been getting smaller for decades. The Italian immigrants that flooded New York City and built the vibrant ethnic enclave in the 1860s and 1880s eventually left for greener pastures, assimilating into other parts of the city or suburbs. The disappearance of Little Italy is a sad story as far as neighborhoods go, but it’s one that should be told. 

Little Italy once spanned 50 square blocks and represented the biggest population of Italian immigrants in America. But in recent years, it’s been squeezed by the growth of Chinatown and SoHo and muscled from the rebranding of other neighborhoods like NoHo and NoLIta. In fact, NoLita was the culprit that cut the neighborhood in two. Little Italy’s boundaries may vary depending upon who you ask. Today it’s down to just a few blocks along Mulberry Street. 

One of the best ways to experience Little Italy is through its food. Take your pick from mom-and-pop markets, meat and cheese shops, or authentic sit-down restaurants that offer the very best in Italian cuisine. 

Every September (since 1926), the neighborhood hosts the Feast of San Gennaro, which celebrates the patron Saint of Naples Italy. 11 days of food, colorful parades, music performances, and more food. The aroma of zeppole and grilled sausage can be smelt for blocks. Try planning your visit around this festive time. It’s well worth it. 

All information furnished regarding property for sale, rental or financing is from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made as to the accuracy thereof and same is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, rental or other conditions, prior sale, lease or financing or withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions, you must hire your own architect or engineer.
OLR ID: 1254879