Roof terrace of 459 West Broadway, #PHN (Douglas Elliman)
Over the past several years, Soho has shot to fame for its artistic history, luxurious shopping and dining scenes, and jaw-dropping apartments in terms of design and price. It shows no sign of slowing down: From August 7-13, 2023, three of Manhattan's top five luxury contracts took place in Soho. The top contract was for Penthouse North at 459 West Broadway, which entered contract with an asking price of $16,900,000. This three-bedroom home has come a long way from its building's industrial past with such perks as key-locked elevator access, 50-bottle wine chiller, smart home technology throughout, and an expansive roof terrace with a full kitchen, seating and dining areas, and an outdoor pool and Jacuzzi. Olshan Realty's luxury market report notes that the ask represents a reduction from $18,750,000 when it was listed in October 2022, and that the unidentified seller paid an even $16 million for it in 2017.
Less than two blocks away at 152 Spring Street, the condo conversion that Daytonian in Manhattan calls "the half house," another penthouse entered contract. The asking price of $7,500,000 represents a price cut from when it was listed for $8,995,000 in September 2021, but that was nevertheless good enough for the fourth-highest contract of the past week.
Less than two blocks away at 152 Spring Street, the condo conversion that Daytonian in Manhattan calls "the half house," another penthouse entered contract. The asking price of $7,500,000 represents a price cut from when it was listed for $8,995,000 in September 2021, but that was nevertheless good enough for the fourth-highest contract of the past week.
15 Renwick Street, #PH3 (Core Group Marketing)
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Between the protections of the historic district and only recently updated zoning requirements, new residential construction in Soho has been few and far between in recent years. One building that managed it was 15 Renwick Street, whose design by ODA Architecture offers a modern take on cast iron architecture. Penthouse 3, a four-bedroom duplex with four bedrooms, five full baths, 3,575 interior square feet, and a total of 770 square feet spread across two private terraces, had the third-highest contract with a $7,950,000 asking price.
6 East 74th Street (The Corcoran Group)
But for all the excitement of new construction and edgy conversions in Soho, Manhattan's traditionally wealthy enclaves are not to be overlooked. The second-highest contract was for 6 East 74th Street, an Upper East Side townhouse with high ceilings, teakwood interior details, a stained-glass conservatory, multiple private terraces, and a $16,800,000 asking price. The listing notes that it is ideal for a single-family conversion and currently configured as four residential units and a garden-level professional office. One of the apartments was owned by Lisa Howard, an actress-turned-journalist who was ABC's first female anchor and an intermediary between the United States government and Fidel Castro. She hosted a secret meeting between diplomats, and later a cocktail party for Che Guevara, in her apartment.
Further downtown, Residence #8/9C, a four-bedroom duplex at the prestigious River House, entered contract with a $6,500,000 asking price in the fifth-highest contract of the past week. Public records identify the seller as a trust linked to business executive John P. de Neufville, and indicate that he bought it for $5,150,000 in summer 2014. It has been on and off the market since October 2021, when it was listed for $7,950,000. The buyer was not identified, and it remains to be seen whether they will pass muster with the building's notoriously selective board.
459 West Broadway, #PHN (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing:
The most spectacular private roof deck in Soho! This exquisitely crafted (published) trophy home is an architectural masterpiece, and offers 6,500+ feet of stunning interiors and astonishing private roof space. Unrivaled in scale, location and refinement, one would never suspect such an expansive and well-curated home sits atop this century-old historic building in quaint central Soho.
Keyless-entry elevator discreetly brings you directly into the entry foyer, where oversized windows greet you with wide-open Western exposure, gorgeous sunsets, and uncommon privacy. The Great Room is breathtaking and vast, featuring 13’ ceilings, exposed brick, original beams and wood joists flanked by a handsome marble-clad wood-burning fireplace, powder room, a fully equipped chef’s kitchen (sprawling marble countertops, Miele, Dacor + Sub-Zero, 50-bottle wine chiller, dumbwaiter to rooftop kitchen, endless storage, etc.), and a custom staircase gracefully leading to the home’s unbelievable private roof oasis. Centerpiece of and access to the roof is the glass-enclosed rooftop pavilion, an architecturally-published feat which (along with the full roof rebuild) took years to design and achieve (RAAD Studio).
The most spectacular private roof deck in Soho! This exquisitely crafted (published) trophy home is an architectural masterpiece, and offers 6,500+ feet of stunning interiors and astonishing private roof space. Unrivaled in scale, location and refinement, one would never suspect such an expansive and well-curated home sits atop this century-old historic building in quaint central Soho.
Keyless-entry elevator discreetly brings you directly into the entry foyer, where oversized windows greet you with wide-open Western exposure, gorgeous sunsets, and uncommon privacy. The Great Room is breathtaking and vast, featuring 13’ ceilings, exposed brick, original beams and wood joists flanked by a handsome marble-clad wood-burning fireplace, powder room, a fully equipped chef’s kitchen (sprawling marble countertops, Miele, Dacor + Sub-Zero, 50-bottle wine chiller, dumbwaiter to rooftop kitchen, endless storage, etc.), and a custom staircase gracefully leading to the home’s unbelievable private roof oasis. Centerpiece of and access to the roof is the glass-enclosed rooftop pavilion, an architecturally-published feat which (along with the full roof rebuild) took years to design and achieve (RAAD Studio).
6 East 74th Street, #TH (The Corcoran Group)
From the Listing:
This sprawling townhouse features remarkable Teakwood interior details from 1898 by renowned designer Lockwood de Forest, whose works are featured in the Copper Hewitt Museum, in addition to a beautiful stained-glass conservatory and soaring ceiling heights measuring almost 13 feet high in the parlor level. This entire townhouse enjoys high ceilings on every level with large exposures throughout original architectural elements and six wood-burning fireplaces with period tile surrounds.
Other features of this townhouse include 1,600 square feet (approximately) of private south-facing outdoor spaces across three levels, not including the rooftop, which features iconic views of Central Park, The Carlyle, and the skyline. Being the tallest townhouse on this street, this property enjoys generous southern-facing light throughout the day on each level.
This sprawling townhouse features remarkable Teakwood interior details from 1898 by renowned designer Lockwood de Forest, whose works are featured in the Copper Hewitt Museum, in addition to a beautiful stained-glass conservatory and soaring ceiling heights measuring almost 13 feet high in the parlor level. This entire townhouse enjoys high ceilings on every level with large exposures throughout original architectural elements and six wood-burning fireplaces with period tile surrounds.
Other features of this townhouse include 1,600 square feet (approximately) of private south-facing outdoor spaces across three levels, not including the rooftop, which features iconic views of Central Park, The Carlyle, and the skyline. Being the tallest townhouse on this street, this property enjoys generous southern-facing light throughout the day on each level.
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15 Renwick Street, #PH3 (Core Group Marketing)
From the Listing:
Penthouse 3 at 15 Renwick features a 4-bedroom, 5-bathroom layout with an open flow living room, sprawling terraces and oversized windows throughout. The Italian-made Poliform kitchen features walnut cabinets with back-painted glass and stainless steel countertops with integrated Foster sink and gas cooktop. Appliances include a Miele refrigerator and oven, a Sub-Zero wine cooler and a top-loading microwave by Dacor.
The deep soaking tub and herringbone patterned statuary marble make for a stunning five-fixture primary bath. Optional parking available for purchase. 15 Renwick is a 31-unit building, designed by ODA-Architecture, featuring a unique mix of 2- and 3-bedroom residences, three townhomes with private yards and four penthouse duplexes. Located on a single-block street, one of only a handful in the city, it embodies an insider enclave appeal.
Penthouse 3 at 15 Renwick features a 4-bedroom, 5-bathroom layout with an open flow living room, sprawling terraces and oversized windows throughout. The Italian-made Poliform kitchen features walnut cabinets with back-painted glass and stainless steel countertops with integrated Foster sink and gas cooktop. Appliances include a Miele refrigerator and oven, a Sub-Zero wine cooler and a top-loading microwave by Dacor.
The deep soaking tub and herringbone patterned statuary marble make for a stunning five-fixture primary bath. Optional parking available for purchase. 15 Renwick is a 31-unit building, designed by ODA-Architecture, featuring a unique mix of 2- and 3-bedroom residences, three townhomes with private yards and four penthouse duplexes. Located on a single-block street, one of only a handful in the city, it embodies an insider enclave appeal.
152 Spring Street (CityRealty)
152 Spring Street, #PH (Modlin Group LLC)
From the Listing:
Located at the crossroads of luxury and design, the penthouse at 154 Spring Street spreads across 4,100 square feet, with two rooftop terraces totaling an additional 925 square feet featuring unobstructed views over Manhattan’s most vibrant neighborhood. Contemporary and chic, this 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom is flooded with natural light thanks to huge windows and skylights throughout. Ushered in by a privately-keyed elevator, you are brought through the foyer into the sprawling great room. The windowed, state-of-the-art kitchen is a lesson in current design with custom Artcraft Kitchen cabinetry, a large island with French Lava Stone countertop, full-sized pantry, and top-of-the-line appliances including a La Cornue stove, Miele oven and Franke sink and faucet. There is ample space for a breakfast table. The kitchen overlooks the sunken living room with its skylights, Pietra Cardoza gas fireplace and original demi-lune attic window, set in exposed brick. A dining area sits adjacent.
Located at the crossroads of luxury and design, the penthouse at 154 Spring Street spreads across 4,100 square feet, with two rooftop terraces totaling an additional 925 square feet featuring unobstructed views over Manhattan’s most vibrant neighborhood. Contemporary and chic, this 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom is flooded with natural light thanks to huge windows and skylights throughout. Ushered in by a privately-keyed elevator, you are brought through the foyer into the sprawling great room. The windowed, state-of-the-art kitchen is a lesson in current design with custom Artcraft Kitchen cabinetry, a large island with French Lava Stone countertop, full-sized pantry, and top-of-the-line appliances including a La Cornue stove, Miele oven and Franke sink and faucet. There is ample space for a breakfast table. The kitchen overlooks the sunken living room with its skylights, Pietra Cardoza gas fireplace and original demi-lune attic window, set in exposed brick. A dining area sits adjacent.
River House, #8/9C (Sotheby's International Realty)
From the Listing:
A rare opportunity to move right into this gracious, impeccably renovated ten-into-nine room duplex in one of the most distinguished buildings in all of Manhattan. High atop the magnificent River House, this exquisite 4,460 square foot +/- home features soaring ceilings of almost 11 feet, grand proportions throughout, and light and open views from every room, including direct views of the East River. Step off the elevator directly into the home and immediately you are greeted by a graceful winding staircase and large public rooms that all radiate off the stately entrance gallery – giving the space an optimal layout for entertaining as well as living.
To the right is an elegant and oversized living room that is accented by a wood burning fireplace and two large windows overlooking the East River. These stunning views continue into the adjacent and gorgeous library with custom rift sawn white oak wood paneling, rounded out by a chic powder room with a custom onyx vanity and a wet bar in between. Across the foyer is a large dining room with city views and built-in storage. A large island anchors the suburban-sized kitchen, clad with Calacatta marble and Gaggenau appliances and overlooking the family/TV room.
A rare opportunity to move right into this gracious, impeccably renovated ten-into-nine room duplex in one of the most distinguished buildings in all of Manhattan. High atop the magnificent River House, this exquisite 4,460 square foot +/- home features soaring ceilings of almost 11 feet, grand proportions throughout, and light and open views from every room, including direct views of the East River. Step off the elevator directly into the home and immediately you are greeted by a graceful winding staircase and large public rooms that all radiate off the stately entrance gallery – giving the space an optimal layout for entertaining as well as living.
To the right is an elegant and oversized living room that is accented by a wood burning fireplace and two large windows overlooking the East River. These stunning views continue into the adjacent and gorgeous library with custom rift sawn white oak wood paneling, rounded out by a chic powder room with a custom onyx vanity and a wet bar in between. Across the foyer is a large dining room with city views and built-in storage. A large island anchors the suburban-sized kitchen, clad with Calacatta marble and Gaggenau appliances and overlooking the family/TV room.
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