EXCELLENT STORAGE AND A FLEXIBLE HOUSE-LIKE LAYOUT IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN
Residence 1B at 200 West Houston Street is a thoughtfully renovated, loft-like home, now available to rent. Set across split levels and facing south, the apartment is filled with natural light and offers the scale and flow of a small house, with high ceilings, exposed brick, and abundant storage.
The main level is anchored by a generously sized south-facing living room and an open kitchen and dining area that feels comfortable for both everyday use and entertaining. The kitchen has been updated and opens naturally into the dining space, creating a central gathering area with a practical, easy flow. Architectural details and clean renovations give the apartment a finished, move-in ready feel throughout.
Upstairs, the mezzanine level functions as a private bedroom suite with a full bath and walk-in closet. On the lower level, a large recreation room with full-height ceilings has been used successfully by the current owners as a quiet second bedroom, and could also work well as a guest room, office, playroom, or media space. A full bathroom on this level adds to the flexibility. Storage is unusually good throughout the home, with multiple closets and additional built-in utility that is rare in downtown loft properties.
A particularly appealing feature of the apartment is the direct access to the co-op's charming rear garden, complete with a private grill setup that makes outdoor use feel like a real extension of the home.
200-202 West Houston Street is a pet-friendly boutique loft co-op with a full-time superintendent, on-site laundry, and a reasonable sublet policy. Located at the intersection of SoHo and the West Village, the building is surrounded by some of downtown's best restaurants, shopping, and transportation. This is a distinctive opportunity to own a renovated, highly functional home with real character, strong light, and exceptional space in one of downtown's most convenient locations.
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