$2,098,888
Updated 6 years ago
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285 Lafayette Street, 2-F

Little Italy, Manhattan | Prince Street & East Houston Street

Loft 1 Bath1,040 Square FeetCondo

$2,098,888
Common Charges$774
RE Taxes$711
Price Per SF
$2,018

This property was sold for $1,950,000 on 07/22/20.

Listing Features

  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Exposed Brick
  • Full Floor
  • High Ceilings [11.6']
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Separate Dining Area
  • Washer / Dryer
  • New Windows
  • Oversized Windows
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Horseshoe Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Open Kitchen
  • S Steel Appliances
  • Pedestal Sink

Outdoor space and views

  • East Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full Service
  • Elevator
  • Garden
  • Roof Deck
  • Storage

Policies

  • Pets Allowed

Property Description for 285 Lafayette Street, 2-F

It's an incredible feeling to walk into a home and it feels like "your home". This quintessential Soho loft is the only one of it's kind in the building, boasting approximately 1,040 square feet with soaring 11' 6" ceilings, custom handcrafted woodworking throughout, exposed beams, and other original touches coupled with a beautiful renovation... calling this loft your home would truly be an amazing feeling! Eastern sunlight is abundant in the apartment as well as all of its charm. From the home's exposed brick and oversized double paned windows, to the original decorative cast-iron columns and original beams all give the throwback feeling of Soho Loft charm with a sanctuary-like home feeling energy throughout. The open kitchen has a fully-equipped stainless steel kitchen including a brand new LG Fridge, dishwasher, and large island with seating for four comfortably or plenty of room for entertaining. The bedroom, hand crafted with custom cherry wood doors and two double-sized closets, have storage extended to the ceiling. This home has thoughtful additions such as a has a hidden stacked washer/dryer unit right off the bathroom, a separated alcove for entertaining guests or for additional sleeping area, and additional storage and closet areas that run from floor to ceiling. There isn't a spot in the home where personal touches, original details, and hand craftsmanship isn't prevalent. Conveniently located near the B/D/F/M/R/W & 6 trains, just 1 block from Whole Foods, walking distance to The Butchers Daughter, La Esquina, and many other neighborhood hotspots and gems. Originally built in 1912 as the Hawley & Hoops chocolate factory, 285 Lafayette Street was converted to a full-service luxury loft condominium building in 1999. With a 5-story addition, completed in 2002, the developers took painstaking care in keeping the details of the original cast-iron property to build what we know 285 Lafayette as today. In keeping with this mentality, the entire 2nd floor of the building is special. This was the floor Hawley & Hoops would use for clientele to come into, with the remaining floors of the building dedicated to manufacturing, shipping, and receiving. Ceiling heights, decorative columns, and unique wood beams all restored and pay homage to the original beginnings of this property, now serving as a home for those who value Soho history and modern living. Top-notch amenities include a full-time doorman/concierge, an expansive landscaped roof deck, and much more.

Building Details for 285 Lafayette Street

OwnershipCondo
Building TypeLoft
Service LevelFull Service
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1886
Financing Allowed90%
Floors/Apts10/21
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

Broadway-Lafayette St
0.09 miles
Prince St
0.09 miles
Spring St
0.13 miles
Bleecker St
0.15 miles
Bowery
0.28 miles

Citi Bike

Lafayette St & Jersey St
0.02 miles
Mott St & Prince St
0.09 miles

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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. 

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OLR ID: 1869194