Active
26 West 87th Street
New York City NY, 10024
$11,700,000
$1,509.68 per sqft
Active
7 Beds
7 Baths
7,750 sqft
Town House
Built in 1910
Newly Gut-Renovated Townhouse Offered 15% Below Replacement Cost
26 West 87 is a contemporary mint-condition townhouse, originally built in 1881 in the Renaissance Revival style. This modern mansion underwent a meticulous 2-year gut-renovation, finished in 2019. At one time it was the home of jazz legend Billie Holiday.Spanning approximately 7,750 interior square feet (including 1,250 below grade), this 20'- wide townhouse has 7 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms and 2 powder rooms along with 2 sunny outdoor spaces measuring approximately 640 square feet. Enjoy bright rooms with grand proportions, glistening light, and soaring ceiling heights up to 12 feet. 9 fireplaces, a screening room with full kitchen and bar, wine cellar, mud room and large skylight at top of staircase. The townhouse is designed to showcase a private art collection.
PARLOR FLOOR
Enter this luxurious home via the L-shaped box stoop. The grand mahogany doors welcome you, and digital entry makes for easy access coming home. The foyer showcases detailed paneling, a chandelier, and herringbone oak floors. Continuing through the foyer into the home reveals an exceptional living room. The 12-foot carved plaster ceiling and stately fireplace mantle adorn this remarkable room. A Private office is situated off of living area.
The state of the art kitchen has every modern amenity including SubZero refrigerator/freezer, a Bertazzoni six-burner gas range, 2 Fisher and Paykel dishwashers, 2 sinks, marble countertops, subway tile backsplash, wine refrigerator, full wet bar and powder room. Additionally, the kitchen can be separated via pocket doors.
The formal dining room has grand proportions, expansive windows, ornate millwork on the ceiling, and is ideal to host intimate gatherings or larger events.
THIRD FLOOR
This level is designed as a private, luxurious primary suite. Measuring over 1,200 square feet, it is a romantic, sophisticated and functional space to relax and recharge. The primary bedroom enjoys ornate details, a picturesque window, an elegant fireplace, and a large dressing room. A spacious marble bathroom offers radiant heat, a deep soaking tub, dual sinks and a spa shower. Completing the level is a private library with a fireplace, herringbone floors, and large windows.
FOURTH FLOOR
Split bedrooms are spacious and bright. The first bedroom is elegantly crafted with beautiful fireplace, expansive windows, full desk area, generous closet space, full ensuite bathroom and balcony. The second bedroom features an elegant fireplace, king sized bed, seating area plus desk area and full ensuite bathroom.
FIFTH FLOOR
Two more generously sized bedrooms are bright and spacious. One bedroom is presently configured as a private office for all work from home needs. Room features beautifully detailed ceiling, 3 large windows and full bathroom with elegant shower and dual sinks. Additional bedroom is bright featuring an elegant fireplace, beautiful seating area by windows, 3 large closets and full bathroom.
GARDEN FLOOR
Enter the mud room via the private secondary entrance. This space is designed for fun and entertainment. The inviting media room boasts wallpaper designed by Lenny Kravitz and is complimented with a second full kitchen. A more intimate office area sits off of the media room and provides access to garden. The windowed garden floor bedroom suite offers windows, an ensuite bathroom with heated floors, a rain shower, and herringbone tiling. The lush garden offers a tranquil space, curated with sound system, a BBQ area, and irrigated plantings.
CELLAR
The spacious cellar layout is perfect as a playroom area or available for more storage space. The cellar features a temperature controlled wine room, additional storage room, and laundry room with sink.
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RPLU-5122965622
MLSⓇ ID
April 12, 2024
Listed
August 23, 2024
Updated
Map
26 West 87th Street
New York City NY, 10024
Interior Features
Total Stories
1
Bedrooms
7
Total Bathrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
6
Half Bathrooms
2
Laundry Description
Building Other
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Description
Gas
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air
Heating
No
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
0.05 Acres
Other Property Details
Taxes
$81,000
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
No
View
No
View Description
Other
County
NewYork
Pool
No
Listed by George Vanderploeg with Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Listing Contact: (917) 301-0158
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