$1,250,000
Updated 2 years ago
Sold

The Piano Factory

454 West 46th Street, 1-AN

Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan | Ninth Ave & Tenth Ave

Loft 4 Rooms2 Beds1 Bath1,677 Square FeetCo-op

$1,250,000
Maintenance$2,781
Price Per SF
$745

This property was sold for $1,250,000 on 03/19/24.

Listing Features

  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • In Wall Speakers
  • Separate Dining Area
  • Split Bedrooms
  • Track Lighting
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Open Kitchen
  • S Steel Appliances

Building Amenities

  • Video Intercom
  • Courtyard
  • Elevator
  • Laundry Room
  • Storage

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 454 West 46th Street, 1-AN

Priced to sell at $790 per SF! Unique renovated loft at the historic Piano Factory; a pin-drop quiet 1st floor unit with all windows facing the sunny interior landscaped courtyard. Spanning nearly 1,700 SF, this loft offers a flexible layout that could be converted into a 3-bedroom (or 2-bedroom + den/home office) / 2-full bath configuration while still maintaining a large entertainment space. Previously owned by acclaimed Hollywood/Broadway actress and author Patricia Bosworth and her husband, renowned Vogue photographer and theater director Tom Palumbo, this loft has been the site of frequent social gatherings of Hollywood and Broadway's Golden Age royalty. With its original decorative cast iron columns, exposed brick, and star bolts, this loft exudes a unique charm and architectural beauty. Step inside and be captivated by the spacious living/dining area, perfect for entertaining large gatherings. Unlike most first-floor apartments, all of the windows in this loft overlook the beautiful and tranquil interior landscaped courtyard of the Piano Factory, providing a peaceful oasis in the heart of the bustling city. This is one of the few lofts in the building that offers direct access to the courtyard, the next best thing to having your own private courtyard. Currently configured as a 2-bedroom, 1-bath, the oversized primary bedroom boasts a wall of closets and sliding glass doors that lead directly to the courtyard, offering a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. With ample space, it can easily accommodate both a work from home area and a sitting area. Alternatively, the primary bedroom can be divided into two separate bedrooms to create a 3-bedroom loft. The current second bedroom is perfect for use as an office or guest bedroom but can easily be transformed into a spacious second bedroom by squaring off its diagonal wall. The journey to this exceptional loft begins the moment you walk through the cast iron gates into the enchanting European-style landscaped courtyard of the Piano Factory. Dating back to the late 1800s, this building was once a piano works and soundboard manufacturer. The interior courtyard, which originally served as the factory's horse stables and storage yard, is now a beautifully landscaped space adorned with original steel catwalks and inviting seating areas. Its photogenic beauty has made it a popular filming location for movies and television. The Piano Factory is a well-established co-op with a live-in superintendent that allows pets, pied-a-terres, gifting, and subletting. Renovations are welcome with board approval, and washer/dryers are permitted with board approval. The monthly maintenance fee even includes internet service. Located on a charming tree-lined block in the heart of Hell's Kitchen, this home offers quintessential New York living. Just steps away from the Theater District and the heart of Midtown, you'll have easy access to premier shopping, dining, and entertainment options at Hudson Yards, Columbus Circle, and renowned Restaurant Row. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to the High Line, the Hudson River Greenway, and nearby Central Park. Transportation is unbeatable with Port Authority and Times Square providing immediate access to multiple train lines, and CitiBike stations are conveniently located nearby. Don't miss the opportunity to own this exceptional loft in the iconic Piano Factory. Schedule a showing today and experience the unique charm, architectural beauty, and flexible layout that sets this loft apart from the rest.

Listing History for 454 West 46th Street, 1-AN

Now
03/20/2024
$1,250,000
Sold and Closed by Glenn Connolly
Compass
2024

Building Details for 454 West 46th Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeLoft
Service LevelVideo Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1888
Financing Allowed80%
Floors/Apts7/48
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
0.32 miles
50 St
0.34 miles
49 St
0.45 miles
50 St
0.45 miles
Times Sq-42 St
0.48 miles

Citi Bike

W 47 St & 10 Ave
0.09 miles
W 47 St & 9 Ave
0.12 miles

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Hell's Kitchen | Manhattan

Quick Profile

There is some mystery surrounding Hell’s Kitchen and how it got its name. There’s the tale about two policemen discussing how horrendous the neighborhood was back in 1880’s. The rookie cop turned to the veteran cop and said, “this place is hell.” The veteran cop replied, “No, this is hell’s kitchen.” Some say it's named after a notorious 19th century motorcycle gang. Even the historians will tell you the neighborhood's name has dubious origins. 

Regardless of how it got its name, Hell’s Kitchen is here to stay.

Hell’s Kitchen is an iconic neighborhood on the west side of Manhattan. Its boundaries are 34th and 59th streets and 8th Avenue to the Hudson River. The neighborhood has a dense urban feel with plenty of bars, bodegas, restaurants and coffee shops. It’s inhabited by an eclectic mix of young professionals, long term residents from the old days, LGBQT community and members of the performing arts community - due to the highest number of off Broadway theatres in all of New York CIty. 

From the early 1800’s to the 1980’s, Hell’s Kitchen held the title for one of the toughest neighborhoods in the city. In its early history it was populated by poor working class Irish and street gangs. Riots, violence, and crime were not uncommon. During prohibition times it was said that Hell’s Kitchen had more speakeasies than children. 

Several attempts of neighborhood rebranding have taken place over the years. Clinton, Midtown West, and even the short-lived Hell’s Canyon are a few of the replacement names that have been used. Hell’s Kitchen has a lot of grit and no shortage of fortitude. A trendy name change seems doubtful. 

Hell’s Kitchen benefited greatly from the Times Square clean up in the 1990’s. When crime rates lowered and adult theatres and prostitution disappeared, Times Square became less sleazier. Soon after, Hell’s Kitchen changed. The days of Gangsters, Irish immigrants, and rough and tumble housing tenements are part of its storied history. They’ve been replaced with bars, bodegas, restaurants, off broadway theatres, and luxury buildings. The recent completion of Hudson Yards and the Highline extension has brought new life into Hell’s Kitchen 

Low-rises, brownstones, row houses and 5 to 6 floor walk ups with studio and one bedroom apartments are common in Hell’s Kitchen. The local zoning laws from previous years kept the building heights on the lower side. Over the past decade, developers have been granted exceptions to building height zoning laws and created more modern highrise developments.

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OLR ID: 2060290