This glamorous and sprawling corner loft has recently undergone an extensive renovation to create the perfect Downtown home. Flooded with light through its east and south-facing walls of oversized, brand-new double-hung oak framed sash windows (14 in all), it is ideally located on one of Soho’s most desirable and quietest streets. Combining the best of 19th century industrial architecture with modern amenities, this is a true home, grandly scaled for lavish entertaining but also exuding a luxurious sense of comfort and warmth rarely found in downtown loft spaces. With 4 bedrooms* and 3 baths, the loft features high ceilings of over 11 feet, wide plank white oak floors, an abundance of storage, and a newly installed central A/C system.
A key-locked elevator opens into an inviting windowed entry foyer where a proper front door welcomes visitors into the home. Upon entering, guests experience the loft’s wow moment. Ten enormous windows surround a spectacular great room with multiple seating and dining areas, and an open chef’s kitchen. The impressive scale of the room is emphasized by its 45-foot length from the door to the corner. Light streams in throughout the day, while the interior proportions are enhanced by the sky views over the picturesque cast-iron loft buildings that Soho is known for. With a perfect flow for entertaining, the great room is the central hub of this home, flanked by a bedroom wing to the east and open to the den/media room and the secondary interior bedroom wing to the north.
The beautifully crafted kitchen is a cook’s dream, with abundant custom-built painted-wood cabinetry, white marble slab counters and backsplash, and a large kitchen island that offers additional prep space as well as a counter seating for four. Top-of-the-line appliances include a 36” Wolf stainless steel stove, an integrated 36” Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, and Miele steam oven. Through a pocket door off the kitchen is a pantry and laundry room with side-by-side Miele washer/dryer, a utility sink, additional storage and a second Sub-Zero refrigerator.
The massive master suite has a huge bed-chamber, with a wall of built-in closets, two additional walk-in closets, and a separate study or sitting room with views over Grand Street. The luxurious en-suite bath has a double sink vanity, a soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, a toilet room, and excellent storage. Off of the hall leading from the living room is a second bedroom and a separate full bath.
Returning through the great room to the reception area, the other wing of the home features beautiful teak-clad walls and doors that provide design consistency, connecting the entry area to the media/family room, the library and the secondary interior bedrooms. Without sacrificing the open flow of the loft, the configuration allows for multiple separate seating areas and a sense of privacy. The media room is fitted with deep built-in seating, shelving, and an entertainment unit. Off the media room is a beautifully crafted library with teak paneling and built-in red-lacquered bookshelves. Two interior rooms can be comfortably used for multiple purposes – whether for sleeping or guest areas, a home office or a gym. A full bath with beautiful tile-work completes this wing. There is a large and private basement storage room that transfers with the loft.
Located in a boutique cooperative with 9 units over five floors. The spectacular cast-iron facade was recently restored to its original 19th century splendor. The building features a key-locked elevator and a newly renovated entrance and lobby with a video intercom (integrated into the iDoor system). Located in the Soho Cast Iron Historic District, with easy transportation access, the building is moments away from the area’s many world-class luxury boutiques, excellent restaurants, and the best amenities that downtown has to offer. There is a 1% transfer fee.
*Represents current apartment configuration, which may not conform to official legal documentation. Purchasers should consult with their legal or architectural professionals to determine legal use parameters.
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.