This corner (North + West) 2BR/1BA apartment is tastefully renovated with a wonderful flow of space, creating an extraordinarily serene and comfortable oasis well worth the walk-up (4 flights up to 5th floor). A long private entry hallway, perfect for stashing coats/hats/shoes on the way in, brings you into our casual windowed bistro corner + the fully-equipped kitchen. Kitchen featues here include a full-sized fridge w/ separate freezer, wall-mounted SS microwave, 30" SS gas range, SS dishwasher, large undermount SS sink, handsome subway-tiling backsplash, ample storage, and stone countertops. The peaceful terra-cotta clad bathroom is spacious and windowed (fresh air + natural light), and has a tub. The living room is bright and cozy, with an oversized window facing west over ivy-clad buildings into the West Village, providing gorgeous NYC sunset views. Both bedrooms are fair-sized and can accommodate a queen bed, are supremely quiet and private, and offer clever custom built-in closets. Additional features in this perfectly finished home include hard wood flooring, double-paned windows, baseboard moldings, period-proper paint color-scheme, and outlets generously spread throughout the home. Extremely quiet and bright home (6 windows/3 exposures), there's natural light all day here, alongside uncommon calm & privacy. A true oasis right upstairs from everything downtown. Easy owner value-adds here, if desired, would be central/split-system AC and a combination W/D addition (both permitted within this Condo).
199 Prince is a pet + investor-friendly boutique 6-story CONDO unlike many its age - - it is impeccably kept, has a well-lit windowed staircase, recently beautifully renovated hallways + restored wood entryway, and offers a very solid historic feel throughout. The building has a meticulous full-time super, key-fob entry, video intercom, and is intimate and safe. The location is absolute top-shelf - - small tree-lined block & within 60 seconds you are at Raoul's, The Dutch, Blue Ribbon, Shuka, Trader Joes, Soho's Cast-Iron District, cross Houston into Greenwich Village, easy stroll to West Village or Nolita, E + W transportation, etc...easily one of the best blocks in downtown NYC. Please Note: 1) Photos are accurate for this unit though some shots were virtually furnished for presentation; 2) This is a Sponsor sale; 3) buyers may qualify for the NYC Coop & Condo Property Tax Abatement (pls consult your CPA).
Quick Profile
Famous for its art galleries, designer boutiques, cobblestone streets and cast-iron architecture, SoHo has always been full of buzz - wowing both tourists and locals alike. It’s rich with history (more so than most neighborhoods). So, whether you’re a computer nerd, serial shopper or foodie, you’re guaranteed to find something exciting to do in this storied neighborhood.
SoHo is bounded by Houston Street to the north, Canal Street in the south, 6th Avenue to the west and Crosby Street on the east.
The neighborhood has gone through many ups and downs over its long history. Enough to make a voluminous history book. When the Dutch discovered Lower Manhattan, they came across indigenous people living on the island. Technically, the American Indians were the first Manhattanites and then the Dutch moved in making them the second original Manhattanites.
After the Civil War ended, the west side of Lower Manhattan flourished because the shipping routes changed. Textiles and the need for all types of products increased. Warehouses and large lofts were built and replaced farmland to accommodate the commerce. Many of those buildings are still standing and give SoHo its unique character and charm.
The bustling commerce eventually stopped and in the mid 1800’s, well-to-do families began moving into SoHo. They built exquisite buildings, many of which are characterized by their cast-iron facades. Soon after it became residential, theatres, music halls and eateries followed. The wealthy eventually left and the once prosperous district began another decline.
The 1960’s marks SoHo’s most definitive period. City planners lost their bid to build a major highway that would level a portion of the neighborhood and many historic buildings. After their failed attempt to revitalize SoHo, artists quickly moved into the empty lofts and warehouses. Some legally, and other move-ins, not so legal. The city turned a blind eye. Artists of all mediums working from their new creative spaces created a ripple in the art scene. It was such a ripple that the well-to-do uptown crowd started buying their art and hanging out with them. The uptown folks eventually moved into the neighborhood and began buying up the lofts and warehouses. As soon as the word spread, up went the property values and the rest is history.