$1,650,000
Updated 6 years ago
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The Police Building

240 Centre Street, 2-D

Little Italy, Manhattan | Grand Street & Broome Street

Loft 5 Rooms1 Bed2 BathsCondop

$1,650,000

This property was sold for $1,600,000 on 10/13/20.

Listing Features

  • Beamed Ceilings
  • BuiltIns
  • Duplex
  • Entry Foyer
  • High Ceilings [16']
  • Original Details
  • Separate Dining Area
  • Storage Closet
  • Walk-in Closet
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Arched Windows
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Double Vanity
  • En Suite Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub
  • Stall Shower

Outdoor space and views

  • West 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-D

Rarely do these oversized duplex lofts become available. The former New York Police Headquarters stands as an iconic downtown landmarked building. This impeccable one-bedroom loft is rare and beautiful, blending the refined classic elements of this coveted prewar building with modern style the discerning buyer seeks. Wonderfully airy 16-foot ceilings, oversized arched windows inviting in brilliant light, and rich hardwoods pouring throughout create a luxury oasis. An airy entry foyer welcomes you inside, flanked by a large walk-in closet and an elegantly-appointed full bath with an oversized spa and built-in bench. The expansive open living/dining space with generous art display walls affords an ideal setting for your private relaxation and entertaining guests. Here there’s plenty of room for an office area found by the sleek and striking wood staircase that ascends to the upper level. The contemporary kitchen is styled with custom cabinetry and premium appliances including a wine fridge for the host. The main level also offers a convenient in-home washer-dryer. The upper floor is reserved for the master bedroom retreat that overlooks the living quarters below and features beamed ceilings, tasteful built-ins, a big cedar storage closet, and fabulous decorative tiled full bath with a dual sink furniture vanity and soaking tub. The original headquarters for the NYC Police Department, historic 240 Centre Street is an architecturally exquisite landmark building designed at the turn of the last century by Hoppin & Koen. The building was converted into luxury residences in 1988 by Ehrenkranz Group & Eckstut, and remains one of downtown’s most distinguished addresses. The white-glove cooperative retains many of its incredible original details and offers discriminating residents the highest level of privacy as well as upscale amenities like a 24-hour doorman, concierge, live-in superintendent, fitness room and outdoor garden. The prime location sits at the crossroads of vibrant SoHo, Nolita and Little Italy, with shops, eateries and other attractions all around you. Pets, pied-a-terres and subletting are allowed.

Listing History for 240 Centre Street, 2-D

Now
10/14/2020
$1,600,000
Sold and Closed by Stephen Ferrara
Compass
08/04/2020
Contract Signed by Stephen Ferrara
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

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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: 1887074