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The Portsmouth, 38 West 9th Street, #PARLOR

$2,545,000 ($1,212 per ft2) | 3 beds, 3.5 baths | Approx. 2,100 ft2
Building Profile  | 
41 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Oct 3, 2024
    Last Price Change: ($50,000) on Nov 1
    Days on Market: 41
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Greenwich Village (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 117 times
Monthly Maintenance: $4,860 ($2.31/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $13,436
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $18,296 ($8.71/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($509,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Expansive Duplex Layout: Spanning approximately 2,100 ft², this unique maisonette offers a flexible floorplan with up to three bedrooms plus an office/den, ideal for modern living.
  • Chef's Kitchen: Well-designed and windowed, the kitchen features high-end stainless-steel appliances from Wolf, Subzero, and Miele, along with a marble island for culinary enthusiasts.
  • Private Maisonette Entrance: Enjoy the exclusivity of a private entrance, enhancing the townhouse experience while providing added privacy and convenience.
  • Luxurious Primary Suite: The spacious primary bedroom includes a half bathroom and ample closet space, leading to a tranquil retreat with multiple flexible uses.
  • Historic Charm: Nestled in a boutique pre-war co-op built in 1882, this residence boasts authentic details like decorative fireplaces and exposed brick, offering a vintage Village living experience.
  • Elegant Living Spaces: Soaring parlor floor ceilings and large windows create a grand atmosphere, complemented by custom built-ins that harmonize with original woodwork.

Description

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Uniquely Sophisticated Maisonette, Duplex in the Heart of Greenwich Village’s Gold Coast!
Enjoy the Magic and Privacy of a Village Townhouse Experience with the Benefits and Services of a Full-time Door Person and Attentive Superintendent!

+ Maisonette, Parlor Duplex
+ 2-3 Bedrooms Plus Den/Office Spaces
+ 2100 Square Feet

An ideal design for today’s blended life of work and living, 38 West 9th Street is a stunning and expansive pre-war duplex with soaring parlor floor ceilings, bucolic Village views and a flexible floorplan offering a layout for every use with up to three bedrooms plus an office/den. Enter this grand and graceful home through a formal entry foyer that opens to the elegant living area framed with soaring ceilings, large windows and new crafted, custom built-ins thoughtfully created to match the original woodwork and moldings. Original pocket doors open from the living area to a cozy den (currently used as dining area) which duplexes down to two flexible rooms currently set up as a home office area and bedroom suite with a full bathroom.

This floor also has its own private, maisonette entrance.

From the living room and den, proceed through a gallery hallway which opens into the well-designed, windowed chef’s kitchen. The unique layout of the kitchen offers tremendous utility including space for large, high-end stainless-steel appliances from Wolf, Subzero and Miele and multiple areas to utilize and enjoy from the marble island to the classic banquet.

The high ceilings allow for tremendous cabinet space.

The kitchen leads to a large room, once used as a formal dining area with two windows and decorative fireplace, an aesthetically beautiful symmetry. This room features handsome built-ins, custom full height shelving and large desk area. Multiple uses abound in this space from dining to an additional bedroom or den.

It is currently being used as a large bedroom.

This expansive room flows into the large, light-filled and welcomingly quiet primary bedroom with a convenient 1/2 bathroom and well-built out closet space. The primary bedroom duplexes down through a beautiful staircase that opens into yet another flex space with multiple uses. It is currently configured as an office, recording space, laundry room and full bathroom.

This tucked away retreat provides an opportunity for solitude to work and create.

Other features of this home include a private Maisonette entrance, original hardwood floors, central air conditioning throughout via split systems providing multiple zones and maximum efficiency. The space offers authentic charm and desirable details including multiple decorative fireplaces and exposed brick. The Portsmouth was constructed by Ralph Townsend in the 1800s.

It is a rare, boutique pre-war coop on the coveted Gold Coast in the Village. The Portsmouth consists of three buildings and allows for a low key, vintage Village living experience. The building allows co-purchasers, pied-a-terres and welcomes pets.

Welcome home to this truly one of kind Village treasure!

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Listing courtesy of Corcoran Group

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About The Portsmouth, 38 West 9th Street

71

The Portsmouth, 38 West 9th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 71, 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

23
Out of 44
+
28
Out of 36
+
10
Out of 39
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10
=
71
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Very Distinguished 7 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
None 2 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Dramatic 3 out of 3 points
Alterations:
Well Done 1 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Not Visible 0 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Enclosed 1 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Not Allowed 2 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
No 0 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
None 0 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
Part of Historic District 1 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unified Design 1 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:
Outstanding 5 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points
Views:
Impressive 3 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Considerable 1 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:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 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:
5-9 2 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
9-11 Feet 2 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:
None 0 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Door Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Concierge:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 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:
No 0 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Conversion Year: 1973
  • FT Doorman
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Elevator
  • Laundry Room
  • Bike Room
  • Landmarked

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Pros
  • Very handsome portico entrance
  • Part of historic district
  • Close to Lower Fifth Avenue
  • Good public transportation
  • Close to Washington Square Park
  • Lovely block
  • Concierge
  • Fireplaces
  • Close to Subway
Cons
  • No balconies
  • No roof deck
  • No garage
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