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The Arcadia, 240 West 23rd Street, #PH7B

$2,249,000 | 2 beds, 3 baths
Building Profile  | 
261 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Apr 4, 2024
    Last Price Change: ($246,000) on Aug 14
    Days on Market: 261
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Chelsea (Manhattan)
    Listing viewed 189 times
Monthly Maintenance: $3,876
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $11,946
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $15,822
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($449,800), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Prime Location and Amenities: This meticulously renovated unit is located in the prime Chelsea neighborhood, in the Arcadia building designed by renowned architect C.P.H. Gilbert. The building offers a sense of privacy with only 21 units, a rooftop deck with breathtaking views, a key-lock elevator, central laundry room, bike room, individual storage units, and a beautiful roof deck.
  • High-End Renovations and Custom Designs: The unit features high-end finishes and appliances, a custom-designed chef’s kitchen with a single slab statuario waterfall island and Blue Star Dutch-door style oven and stove, and a custom-built staircase with hand-painted metal railings and treads matching the wood floors.
  • Spacious Layout and Outdoor Space: The two-floor unit offers enclosed bedrooms, a flexible foyer/home office space, and a large private deck with approximately 400 square feet of private outdoor space, featuring brand-new elevated pavers, a legal gas line hooked up to the Lynx grill, irrigation, and dedicated electrical.
  • Luxurious Primary Suite: The primary suite boasts ample closet space and a spacious en-suite bathroom with a bespoke marble statuario vanity and a Japanese-style bidet floating toilet.
  • Smart Home Features and Security: The unit is equipped with a new Lutron LED lighting system on the first floor fully controllable by a smartphone app, top-of-the-line security with keyed stairwell doors and elevators, all seamlessly controllable from your smartphone, and a brand-new video mobile-friendly intercom system.
  • Convenient Location: The unit is in close proximity to multiple subway lines (1, C, E, F, M) and both Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s, excellent dining options and fitness centers, and the Highline, Madison Square Park, and Hudson River Greenway.

Description

Indulge in the epitome of urban luxury within this meticulously renovated apartment. Every corner exudes sophistication, from the sleek Kohler in every bathroom to the custom-designed chef’s kitchen adorned with a single slab statuario waterfall island and Blue Star Dutch-door style oven and stove. Upon entering your new home on the first floor, you are greeted by the view of your beautiful custom-built staircase, your chef’s kitchen, and a lovely great room.

Designed to be an entertainer’s dream, this first floor offers itself well to entertaining in style or being the heart of the home and easily gathering everyone around the kitchen island. A hidden bonus is the extra storage space under the stairs!

Climbing the custom-built staircase, featuring hand-painted metal railings and treads matching the wood floors, arrive at the 2nd floor, welcomed by an enclosed bedroom and flexible foyer/home office space overlooking the cosmetically redesigned north-facing terrace. The 2nd floor boasts Miele vented laundry, moved in the renovation to its own dedicated closet with custom cabinetry, a newly added full bath, and an enclosed bedroom with ample, custom California closet space.

Enjoy outdoor entertaining or relaxation on the large private deck that is approximately 400 square feet of private outdoor space!

The deck features brand-new elevated pavers, a legal gas line hooked up to the Lynx grill, irrigation, and dedicated electrical!

The 3rd and entire final floor is dedicated to your primary suite. Step into your primary bedroom fitted with ample closet space! One closet was recently added while the closet next to the en-suite bathroom was doubled in depth.

The existing primary walk-in closet was also made deeper with the addition of custom California closets and an entire shoe wall to complete the three, wonderfully large closets in your primary suite. Delight in the spacious primary en-suite bathroom boasting a bespoke marble statuario vanity and a Japanese-style bidet floating toilet.

Throughout the entire residence, solid wood doors are embellished with Ashley Norton hardware that add a touch of elegance. With a meticulously curated renovation and a new Lutron LED lighting system on the first floor fully controllable by a smartphone app, this residence redefines luxury living in the heart of the city.

Nestled discreetly in Chelsea, The Arcadia is a distinguished building that offers top-of-the-line security with keyed stairwell doors and elevators, all seamlessly controllable from your smartphone, ensuring peace of mind at every turn.

Designed by the renowned architect C.P.H. Gilbert in 1899, The Arcadia boasts a majestic fa ade adorned with exquisite gold ram’s head carvings, a testament to its historical significance. With only 21 units, each resident enjoys a sense of privacy rarely found in the city. Pets are welcome! Take in breathtaking views of Chelsea from the rooftop deck, a perfect retreat for relaxation and entertainment.

The Arcadia also has a brand-new video mobile-friendly intercom system, part-time superintendent, and a dedicated storage locker for your unit. This location is ideal for your everyday essentials, from subways to wellness. Within a block you’ll find multiple subway lines (1, C, E, F, M) and both Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s.

Indulge in excellent dining options including Portale, Maki Kosaka, Cote Korean Steakhouse, Tacos G ey, and Chelsea Diner. Catering to your fitness regimen, recharge your body and mind at Bathhouse Flatiron, Rumble, Life Time, Equinox, Orangetheory, F45, Barry’s, and Solidcore. Or take a leisurely stroll to enjoy the nearby Highline, Madison Square Park, and Hudson River Greenway.

Embrace the sophistication and charm of The Arcadia, where pre war heritage meets modern luxury in the heart of the city.

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Apartment Amenities

  • Terrace
  • City View
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About The Arcadia, 240 West 23rd Street

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The Arcadia, 240 West 23rd Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 61, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

18
Out of 44
+
23
Out of 36
+
12
Out of 39
+
8
=
61
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Very Attractive 5 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
Attractive 4 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
No Canopy 1 out of 3 points
Alterations:
Well Done 1 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
No, but OK 1 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Exists 1 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Partially Visible 1 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Enclosed 1 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
No 0 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
Distinctive 2 out of 2 points
Garden:
None 0 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
No 0 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unrelated Base 0 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Average Mix 2 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points
Views:
Open 2 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
A lot 0 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Minimal but Attractive 2 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
3-4 3 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points
Balconies:
None 0 out of 3 points
Health Club:
None 0 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
None 0 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Considerable 2 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
None 0 out of 1 points
Door Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Concierge:
None 0 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
None 0 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
No 0 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Intercom
  • Elevator
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Laundry Room
  • Bike Room

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Pros
  • Prime Chelsea location
  • Roof deck
  • Close to many restaurants
  • Excellent public transportation
  • Laundry room
  • Fine gilded facade faces
  • Close to Subway
Cons
  • No doorman
  • No balconies
  • No sidewalk landscaping
  • No concierge
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Subways

  1. 1
at 7th Ave 0.09 miles
  1. C
  2. E
at 8th Ave and 25th 0.10 miles
  1. M
  2. F
at 6th Ave 0.26 miles
  1. A
  2. L
at 8th Ave and 16th 0.34 miles
  1. 2
  2. 3
at 6th Ave and 16th 0.44 miles
  1. N
  2. R
at Broadway 0.46 miles

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