This luminous floor-through duplex spans approximately 1,986 square feet and offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, soaring 20-foot ceilings, and two private outdoor spaces, including an approximately 350-square-foot south-facing garden terrace. A fully retractable floor-to-ceiling glass wall opens the living room directly to the terrace, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle rarely found in Manhattan.
A key-locked elevator provides direct access to both levels of the residence, where pristine white oak hardwood floors, motorized perforated metal shutters, custom finishes, and an in-home washer/dryer complement the home's striking architectural design.
The main level is thoughtfully designed for entertaining and everyday living, featuring an expansive open-concept living and dining area framed by private outdoor spaces at either end. The sculptural eat-in kitchen is finished with matte white lacquer cabinetry, a generous center island, pantry storage, and a premium suite of Viking and Fisher & Paykel appliances. A beautifully appointed full bathroom completes this level.
The upper level is dedicated to the private living quarters. The spacious primary suite enjoys northern exposure with views of the Empire State Building, a generous custom closet, and a spa-like en-suite bath with dual vanities, a walk-in glass shower, and a separate soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms offer excellent flexibility for guest or a dedicated home office, accompanied by two elegantly finished full bathrooms.
Residents of Metal Shutter Houses enjoy full-service living with a 24-hour doorman, all on a quiet Chelsea block just moments from the High Line, Hudson River Greenway, Chelsea Market, renowned galleries, acclaimed restaurants, cafés, and boutique shopping. The A, C, E, and L subway lines are all nearby, offering convenient access throughout Manhattan.
A rare opportunity to own a residence that seamlessly blends world-class architecture, expansive outdoor space, and sophisticated modern living in the heart of West Chelsea.
Quick Profile
The row houses portray the world-class architecture of Greek Revival, Italianate and Georgian styles. The population is both ethnically and socially diverse, which is reflected in the restaurants and retail businesses in the neighborhood.
Western Chelsea is the center of the NYC art world, where you will find more than 200 art galleries housed in rehabbed factories and warehouses, as well as in newly-constructed buildings.
While people of many different cultures call Chelsea home, it has been a mecca over the years for people in the LGBTQ community. One census reported that as many as 22% of its residents were gay couples. Eighth Avenue is a trendy area for LGBTQ-oriented dining and shopping. Although it no longer draws the LGBTQ population that it once did, Chelsea still has many popular alternative bars.
Chelsea is primarily residential, consisting of a mixture of diverse complexes, low-rise apartment blocks, tenements, townhouses, renovated row houses, and luxury high-rises.
Chelsea is an interesting and sought-after place to live, with unique clothing boutiques, restaurants, and delis representing cultures from around the world. In addition to its quirky establishments, Chelsea has fine dining restaurants and a vibrant, hip nightlife, which adds to its allure.
Chelsea is well-served by public transportation. At least six city bus routes traverse Chelsea. There are three NYC subway routes with stops on Seventh Avenue, three on Eighth Avenue, and two more on Sixth Avenue. The 34th Street - Hudson Yards Station opened in 2015 with its main entrance in Chelsea.