One of the most rare and significant properties to ever come to market in the heart of the West Village.
Available for the first time in 120 years, this spectacular over 44' wide property represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own and customize a grand double-wide mansion, in one of Manhattan's most coveted locations.
History and Scale Unlike Anything Else
This extraordinary mansion is comprised of two pre-combined, side-by-side townhomes. 44-46 Barrow Street is truly massive - spanning over 44 feet wide, with the ability to build a sprawling, nearly 13,000 square foot residence with approximately 10,500 square foot above grade, plus an additional approximately 2,200 square foot cellar. The enormous 1,500 square foot garden is truly breathtaking, it is lushly planted and surrounded by low landmarked townhouses, receiving abundant sunlight all day.
Since 1905, 44-46 Barrow Street has been home to the Greenwich House Music School, which was established provide musical training for children, immigrating through Ellis Island at the turn of the 20th century. Music School has become synonymous with high-quality, and affordable, music, dance and arts education, and the space has hosted community-gatherings, and a century of intimate live performances by a mix of local and award winning artists.
A Dream Property with Limitless Potential. A Blank Slate with Endless Possibilities
The residence's timeless facade features charming Juliet balconies, two entry points, and 18 oversized windows with classic white muntins. The property boasts light-filled rooms, period details, a skylit staircase, and a grand concert hall. The sprawling rooftop receives abundant sunlight and open views of the surrounding landmarked townhouses and classic Village streetscape.
The over 44-foot width of the townhouse offers a sublime opportunity for horizontal living rather than the vertical living found in most townhouses. The impressive width allows for the luxury of either large-scale or intimate entertaining to take place in the massive rooms, all of which receive abundant sunlight due to the surrounding low landmarked townhouses. The possibilities are endless to create grand entertaining spaces, living/recreation areas, and a multitude of gracious bedrooms.
One of Manhattan's Largest Private Gardens
Tall, ivy-strewn stone walls frame an exceptionally quiet garden with brick pavers, lush planters, and several mature trees for added shade and privacy. At 44+ feet wide by 35 feet deep, with approximately 1,500 total square feet, there is ample space for a state-of-the-art outdoor kitchen, a pergola, recreation area, dining and lounge furniture - the opportunities are tailored to your vision.
An Ultra-Prime West Village Address
The 44-46 Barrow Street Mansion is surrounded by the best historic architecture, trendy restaurants, exciting bars, charming cafes and shops that the West Village has to offer. Classic nearby Village institutions include John's of Bleecker Street, The Stonewall Inn, Joe's Pizza and Faicco's, while new local hotspots include Dante's, 4 Charles Prime Rib, Via Carota, Don Angie, Boucherie, Merriweather, and many more. Washington Square Park, Hudson River Park, the Meatpacking District, and SoHo are nearby, and accessible subway lines include the 1, A, C, E, B, D, F, and M. The listed taxes are based of the current assessed value and tax rate.
Quick Profile
Known for its high-end shopping on Bleecker Street, the elegant brownstones dating back to colonial times that have been depicted in films and television, the abundance of cafes, and its celebrity residents, the West Village neighborhood is what springs to mind when you think of the essence of New York City. This is a neighborhood where the pace of life is less hurried, and harried, than in other neighborhoods, exuding an understated elegance and naturally beautiful sophistication and charm.
The West Village has something to offer everyone, whether your taste runs to designer goods and trend-setting restaurants, or you are happier browsing thrift stores and whiling away the hours in conversation with friends at a hole-in-the-wall coffee shop. There are public green spaces dotted throughout this neighborhood, where you can stop and commune with nature, or grab a bite to eat from a local deli or cafe and have a picnic. The Hudson River Park offers recreational opportunities and events for all ages.
There is a tradition of bohemian non-conformity attached to the West Village. Even the intimate, tree-lined, and sometimes cobblestoned, streets refuse to conform to the grid layout of the rest of Manhattan. Activism and social consciousness have always been hallmarks of this neighborhood. The neighborhood is diverse and accepting of all. You will find artistic venues and experimental theater, together with a broad spectrum of bars, including speakeasies, and restaurants featuring myriad cuisines.
The West Village is primarily residential, conspicuously lacking the high-rise office buildings that characterize other neighborhoods. This lends an air of quiet sophistication during the day. At night, the area becomes more lively, as residents frequent their favorite restaurants, theaters, cafes, and gastropubs. Housing consists of brownstones dating back to the 18th century, low-rise walk-ups, townhouses, artists lofts, and condos in renovated buildings. Newer high-rise residential buildings are cropping up along the Hudson River. Always popular with celebrities and artistic types, the West Village is now attracting families and young professionals in the tech and financial fields.