Introducing Residence D, an extraordinary three bedroom home within the historic Fitzroy Townhouses, set on one of Chelsea's widest and most storied blocks.
This 22 foot wide residence combines the scale and soul of a classic brownstone with the ease of co op living, moments from the High Line, Chelsea's world renowned galleries, and The Avenues School.
A standout in every season, the home offers two exceptional private outdoor spaces: a large south facing terrace off the parlor level and a private roof terrace, along with additional rooftop development rights.
The newly tiled south facing terrace creates a peaceful outdoor retreat overlooking the treetops and gardens of neighboring townhouses. Above, the roof terrace features a large dining table, dozens of thriving potted plants, and panoramic views stretching from the Hudson River to the Empire State Building. It is an exceptional setting for entertaining or quiet mornings above the city.
Inside, high ceilings and beautiful exposed wood rafters bring warmth and architectural character, while a washer and dryer, excellent closets, and thoughtful storage provide the practical comforts of everyday living.
The open chef's kitchen features Brazilian Yellow River marble countertops, custom cabinetry, built in spice racks, clever storage, and high end appliances including a Liebherr refrigerator, Fisher & Paykel range, and double drawer dishwasher.
The gracious main living level is anchored by a marble wood burning fireplace, with enough scale for a grand piano and an eight seat dining table. A powder room and ample storage complete the level.
Upstairs, two sun filled bedrooms offer generous closets and share a renovated bathroom with Mediterranean inspired tilework. At the top of the residence, the private primary suite offers exceptional seclusion, a skylight, and direct access to the expansive roof terrace.
434 West 23rd Street, Residence D, is where artistry meets architecture and historic townhouse character meets comfortable modern living. It is a distinctive Chelsea home designed for entertaining, relaxing, and living well.
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.