Architectural distinction, modern sophistication, and an exciting Downtown lifestyle await in this sun-splashed 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom loft at the acclaimed Astor Place building in trendy NoHo.
Beneath an undulating facade of floor-to-ceiling windows with northern, eastern and western exposures lie spacious, customized interiors spanning over 1,400 square feet. Beautiful wide-plank white oak floors, central heating and cooling, and recessed lighting run throughout, while open city vistas lend the home a light, clean, and airy aesthetic. All of it is mere moments from Washington Square Park, Union Square, the East Village, Nolita, SoHo, and the Lower East Side.
A welcoming foyer with a coat closet and Bardiglio marble full bathroom flows seamlessly into an open-plan living room, dining room, and kitchen bathed in natural light. The living and dining area stretches over 27 feet long, allowing for grand gatherings and the creation of distinctive spaces for intimate day-to-day living. In the chef's kitchen, organic tones like warm wood cabinetry and sleek stone countertops frame gleaming silver fixtures and high-end integrated appliances from Wolf and Sub-Zero.
Both bedrooms enjoy privacy and abundant light thanks to a thoughtful split-wing layout. The north-facing primary suite features a built-out walk-in closet, two additional reach-in closets, and a sublime en-suite bathroom with custom double vanities, bold bronze sconces, Thassos and Lagos Azul stone tilework, Waterworks fixtures, a walk-in shower, and a freestanding soaking tub. The second bedroom has a reach-in closet and has easy access to the second bathroom. A laundry closet with a stacked washer and dryer completes the home.
Astor Place at 445 Lafayette Street is a prized full-service luxury building with a private fitness center, on-site parking, storage lockers, 24-hour door attendants, concierge service, and a live-in super. Constructed in 2004, the building is a 21-story, land-lease Condop.
A myriad of restaurants, bars, cafes, cultural venues, and shops are nearby, including The Public Theater, BONDST, Great Jones Distilling Co., Librae Bakery, Claudette, and Indochine, among many others. Strand Bookstore, Wegmans, H Mart, Westside Market, Trader Joe's, and Whole Foods are all within a few blocks.
Accessible subway lines include the 6, R, W, and L. No board interview required, and immediate subletting allowed after purchase. Pets are welcome.
Quick Profile
NoHo, an acronym for North of Houston, is a trendy neighborhood with expansive lofts, chic shops, and hip eateries. It was once part of Greenwich Village, but as New York City changes and coolness always redefines itself, the neighborhood, which is more like a small nook, has morphed into a happening secession of its own.
Like many New York City neighborhoods, the boundaries are subjective and the exact location always depends on who you ask. Generally, NoHo is understood to be bounded by East Eighth Street to the north, East Houston Street to the south, Bowery Street to the east (which becomes Cooper Square north of East Fourth Street), and Broadway to the west.
It’s hard to believe that NoHo was once a sketchy no-man’s land with more than its share of dilapidated structures. These gentrified days, it’s a healthy mix of older buildings, renovated warehouses and newer construction by iconic architects. For such a small area, NoHo has three historic districts that cover much of the neighborhood.
Broadway, Bowery, and Lafayette is the business district of the neighborhood. You’ll find it all in this neck of the woods. From trendy one of a kind retailers to popular brand stores. It rivals its SoHo neighbor in places to shop.
Architecture buffs get your walking shoes on. There are many historical and modern buildings throughout the neighborhood. Colonnade Row, the Cable Building, and the Schermerhorn Building are just a few of the many notable buildings you’ll find.