$5,000,000 $5,300,000
Updated a day ago
Price drop

17 East 16th Street, 12-AB

Flatiron District, Manhattan | Union Square West & Fifth Ave

Loft 5 Rooms3 Beds2.5 Baths4,300 Square FeetCo-op

$5,000,000 $5,300,000
Maintenance$11,320
Price Per SF
$1,163

Listing Features

  • Full Floor
  • High Ceilings
  • Penthouse/Top Flr
  • Separate Dining Area
  • Oversized Windows
  • Skylights
  • Dishwasher
  • En Suite Bathroom
  • Powder Rooms [2]

Outdoor space and views

  • Private Roof
  • East Exposure
  • South Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Voice Intercom
  • Keyed Elevator

Policies

  • Pets Allowed

Property Description for 17 East 16th Street, 12-AB

Rare Loft Opportunity | Union Square Full-Floor Penthouse w/ Private Roof Decks | Landmarked Building | $5,850,000 An extraordinary opportunity awaits in the heart of Union Square— the full floor Penthouse of a landmarked building, featuring a sprawling Penthouse loft and your own double private outdoor roof decks. Currently half the floor operates as a home and the other half operates as a daycare center. This full floor Penthouse is a blank canvas offering immense potential to create a truly bespoke New York City residence, limited only by your imagination. With 23 oversized windows and 8 skylights, this rare Penthouse flourishes with natural light flooding the entire space throughout the day, while soaring ceilings enhance the sense of openness and scale. Whether you envision a sleek modern loft, a cozy industrial-chic haven, artist studio or family space to truly call home this is your chance to bring your dream home to life. Presently: Seller has hired an architect and received approved plans by DOB to convert the entire floor to residential status. The buyer will be responsible for obtaining the certificate of occupancy in order to convert the commercial space to residential for the entire floor. Buyers are strongly encouraged to bring a contractor and/or architect to fully grasp the incredible transformation possibilities. Building Highlights: -Landmark building with character and history -Pets allowed with Board approval -In-unit washer/dryer permitted -Pied-à-terre and secondary residence allowed (Board approval required) -Subletting allowed (Board approval required) -Guarantors and co-purchasing permitted (select conditions apply) With Union Square just outside your door, enjoy unparalleled access to world-class dining, shopping, cultural venues, multiple subway lines, and the iconic Greenmarket. Opportunities like this rarely arise — a true New York original in one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods.

Listing History for 17 East 16th Street, 12-AB

Now
08/10/2026
$5,000,000 [-$300,000] [5.7%]
Price Drop by Christopher Breslin
Compass
06/15/2026
$5,300,000 [-$550,000] [9.4%]
Price Drop by Christopher Breslin
Compass

Building Details for 17 East 16th Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeLoft
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessKeyed Elevator
Year Built1909
Financing Allowed75%
Floors/Apts12/10
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

14 St-Union Sq
0.13 miles
14 St
0.23 miles
6 Av
0.25 miles
23 St
0.32 miles
23 St
0.34 miles

Citi Bike

E 16 St & 5 Ave
0.01 miles
E 15 St & 5 Ave
0.06 miles

Contact Agents

Contact Agents

1 Open House

Sunday, August 23, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
View this property on the company's website

Building Availability

APPSF
Median
Average
$1,163
$5,000,000
$5,000,000

Loft3+ Bedrooms in Flatiron District

APPSF
Median
Average
$1,876
$3,397,000
$4,249,125
$1,255
$3,295,000
$3,095,000
All information furnished regarding property for sale, rental or financing is from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made as to the accuracy thereof and same is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, rental or other conditions, prior sale, lease or financing or withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions, you must hire your own architect or engineer.
OLR ID: 2171232