With the majority of real estate discussions centered on investment value and whether it's a buyer's or seller's market, it can be easy to forget that people's homes are at the heart of it. However, a studio in Greenwich Village supplements its floor plan and specs with a video expanding on what it's like to live in this unit that Compass broker Brian K. Lewis describes as "a masterpiece of maximizing space." Additionally, while it's not uncommon for buyers to write letters to sellers in order to set themselves apart in a competitive market, this seller effectively wrote a letter of recommendation for the apartment and its address on a classic Village street.
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The studio was one of 390 listings that experienced price cuts over the past week, having been reduced by $100,000, or 16.7%, to $499,000. A full, sortable chart may be found below, along with a selection of notable listings.
3000 Valentine Avenue, #2E (Corcoran)
From the Listing: Origin Valentine #2E is an east-facing 1-bedroom/1-bath home featuring the highest upgrades in all aspects. From the moment you enter, you will be greeted by graceful arches and pre-war details that set the stage in this turn key home. The residence premium upgrades include Terra Legno Cannon gray engineered wood flooring, flush mount Maxim Linear LED overhead lighting fixtures, interior two panel doors by Jeld-Wen with hardware by Yale and 8" base moldings. An inviting dining foyer leads you to a brand new kitchen with custom stained wood cabinetry in smoke finish, Calacatta Valentin Quartz countertops in warm white plus undermount sink by Elkay and glazed ceramic backsplash in bright white tile. Now offering 6 months of free maintenance through September 5, 2022. Sponsor sale with no board approval required. See floor plan and full details here.
225 East 79th Street, #13E (Core Group NYC)
From the Listing: Bring your architect and create your dream home! Located in prime Upper East Side, this well-proportioned light-filled studio apartment enjoys a great layout. With northern exposures, this charming home features three generous closets and a large windowed bathroom.
See floor plan and full details here.
The Beekman, #1304 (Compass)
From the Listing: High floor, bright, cheery one-bedroom home in the iconic Beekman Hotel and Residences, the famous prewar building in the world's most ideal location, Park Avenue and 63rd Street. Best priced in the building!
The home exudes prewar charm with beamed ceilings, beautiful parquet floors, grand rooms, and a fireplace. See floor plan and full details here.
125 West 56th Street, #4B (Next Stop NY)
From the Listing: Fully renovated extra large one-bedroom in the heart of Midtown West. This unique home is anything but cookie cutter. The 10-foot ceilings and wood floors add to the beauty of this home. Enjoy a large windowed kitchen with lots of cabinet and counter space. The large living room offers space for a dining table and desk. Great closet space throughout. Wonderful location close to Central Park, great dining options nearby, and wonderful shopping and transportation. See floor plan and full details here.
26 Bedford Street, #1A (Compass)
From the Listing: One easy flight up and right on the treeline, this soulful stunner unfolds beautifully, grabbing you by your heartstrings and taking you right to "happily ever after." Above you, the ceilings soar extra high; underfoot are historic wood floors planked from the boat of an old sea captain; and all around you is beauty -- a perfect union of form and function. The living space is intimate, but packs a big, heartwarming punch. With two large, West-facing windows, an open kitchen (ideal for a dining bar), smart closet/storage space, and a bonus repurposed closet/office with a handsome barn door, life here is easy, creative, and fun. Served by a windowed bath with cast-iron soaking tub, this creative and inspiring home stirs the imagination and soothes the soul. See floor plan and full details here.
Riverview East, #9E (Brown Harris Stevens)
From the Listing: Over 840 square feet, this east-facing apartment showcases a spacious living/dining area with hardwood floors and a walk through kitchen. The kitchen has granite countertops, wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances. This flexible layout allows for the dining area to can be converted into a second bedroom or office, while allowing ample space for your couch and dining table. Enjoy exceptional storage with six closets (including a walk-in pantry). The bath is updated with a granite countertop and tiled flooring and backsplash. See floor plan and full details here.
315 East 69th Street, #7E (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing: This is a spacious true 1-bedroom/1-bath in a full service doorman building. The kitchen has been renovated in cherry wood cabinets, granite counters and stainless steel appliances. There is excellent storage and workable counter space. This corner unit has a wide living area and dining area, there are new solid oak parquet floors, and exceptional closet space. There are new thru the wall A/C units in the bedroom and living room. See floor plan and full details here.
140 East 28th Street, #7F (Compass)
From the Listing: Apartment 7F at 140 East 28th Street is an oversized one bedroom with open exposures, charming architectural details, a wood-burning fireplace, and all the additional details you would expect from an Emory Roth and Bing and Bing building. The rooms are of generous proportions, and there are several very large closets. Amenities at this doorman building include a laundry room, bike room, storage room, and roof garden with magnificent views. See floor plan and full details here.
80 Central Park West, #11H (Compass)
From the Listing: This Upper West Side junior 1-bedroom home at 80 Central Park West offers a generous-sized living room with brand new floor to ceiling corner windows. The main room offers enough space for a separate dining area along with a spacious seating area. This lovely home faces north and west offering city views, incredible sunsets and an abundance of light streaming into the home all day. The large windowed kitchen offers new marble flooring and newly finished wood cabinets. See full details here.
The 505, #6CN (Exp Realty NYC)
From the Listing: Welcome to your bright sunny and open one-bedroom! This unique apartment facing south has the perfect floor plan; large open kitchen and living room area, fully sized bathroom with ample storage, washer and dryer in the unit plus a large walk in closet. The bedroom fits comfortable a queen-size bed and smaller home office desk or drawers. The building is newly renovated with upgraded hallways and foyer. See floor plan and full details here.
415 West 55th Street, #1C (Brown Harris Stevens)
From the Listing: Rarely available spacious prewar loft with authentic details in historic Hell's Kitchen with Central Park just a few blocks away. A massive open living room has soaring 13'ceilings and exposed brick, which is framed by a decorative fireplace. The raised dining area has storage beneath and faces south. The library can double as a home office, which can also be used as a bedroom. A cast-iron staircase leads to the lower level currently used as a bedroom. The kitchen can easily be opened to create a more loft-like effect. An open wooden staircase leads to a lofted sleeping area with ample closet space. See full details here.
The Mayflower, #11A (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing: You will not need to do a thing to call 11A your new home. Hang up your coat in the welcoming foyer. The generously large living room made for entertaining has a cleverly hidden custom designed home office. The renovated galley kitchen has stainless steel appliances by Fisher & Paykel, a sleek kitchen backsplash, stylish dark cabinetry, and durable Caesarstone countertops. Both bedrooms are over-sized, and the primary bedroom features a built-in workspace so everyone can work from home. See floor plan and full details here.
The Caravelle, #14C (Compass)
From the Listing: This sun-flooded corner apartment offers spectacular views from three exposures. Features of this wonderful home include a sleek windowed chef's kitchen with high end appliances, including a Liebherr fridge and Thermador range and dishwasher, large pantry, and breakfast bar which is open to your loft-like south facing living and dining room. Down the hall you will find your bedroom wing both with amazing wide open river and bridge views. See floor plan and full details here.
Kalahari Harlem, #B209 (Core Group NYC)
From the Listing: Residence B209 is a north-facing, well-appointed, split two-bedroom, two-bathroom home with an expansive private terrace. Double-paned windows provide peace and quiet but allow for plenty of natural light throughout the day. The open kitchen, ideally located next to the dining area, features stainless steel appliances, lava stone countertops, a large pantry, and an open breakfast bar. Your private terrace is over 400 square feet and is equipped with water and electrical. A 25-year tax abatement is in effect. See floor plan and full details here.
201 East 77th Street, #PHA (Compass)
From the Listing: Welcome to Penthouse A, with its breathtaking and panoramic views of the East River and NYC skyline from the north, east and west. Enter to the spacious foyer which opens up to an expansive living room and dining room with an abundance of light throughout the day. The windowed kitchen can be reimagined to create a wonderful chef's kitchen with plenty of storage. The primary bedroom offers an ensuite bathroom and a large walk-in closet. The second bathroom is located outside of the bedroom. Bring your architect to this corner 2-bedroom/2-bathroom apartment which offers abundant sunlight! See floor plan and full details here.
+Art, #8E (Brown Harris Stevens)
From the Listing: This bright, light-filled one-bedroom apartment has easy access to the High Line entry down the block! Features include beautifully finished 7 inch wide-white oak plank oiled wood floors as well as double glazed insulated windows. The chef's open kitchen comes with honed granite counters, walnut cabinets and top of the line appliances, featuring a Liebherr refrigerator, Bertazzoni oven, Viking microwave, under cabinet lighting, and sink disposal. See floor plan and full details here.
The Saint Mark, #19C (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing: Motivated seller. Estate sale condition with good bones throughout. Large, sun-splashed residence boasts dramatic city and bridge views from your supersized balcony overlooking Third Avenue. Interiors feature an expansive living/dining room, wall to wall windows in each room, a gallery hallway that leads to sizeable bedrooms, a galley kitchen, and plenty of closets. See floor plan and full details here.
955 Lexington Avenue, #5C (Coldwell Banker Warburg)
From the Listing: This classic 6 bursts with light and charm and features a wonderful living room with wood-burning fireplace, a corner dining room and primary bedroom, a serene study/second bedroom, a small third bathroom with ensuite bathroom, a washer/dryer, tons of closets and 9'7" ceilings. Built in 1924, this boutique, 12-story co-operative is a jewel, located in the prime of the Upper East Side with a beautiful, new roof garden. See floor plan and full details here.
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Cocoa Exchange, #305 (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing: This stunning loft at the Cocoa Exchange has three exposures and features a massive convex wall with ten oversized windows facing north, east, and west with classic Wall Street city views. This prewar beauty boasts an 11.5-foot ceiling height, with an incredible floor plan flow that was gut renovated and reconfigured. Features include 7-inch-wide plank oak floors, Miele stove, Viking range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bowers Wilkins in-ceiling speakers, Lutron light switches, and automated shades throughout. Both bathrooms are incredible and offer high-end fixtures, marble, and tile with radiant heated floors. See floor plan and full details here.
34 West 13th Street, #5N (Brown Harris Stevens)
From the Listing: Nestled on a lovely tree-lined street in the heart of Greenwich Village, this stunning two bedroom, two bath abode exemplifies New York City loft living. There are many wonderful feature throughout this home including gorgeous chevron hardwood flooring, a sleek gas fireplace, a desirable split-plan layout, high ceilings and an open kitchen with waterfall edge quartz countertops and Miele appliances. High quality Porcelanosa tiles and fixtures are also featured throughout both bathrooms. The primary bedroom has two custom walk-in closets. See floor plan and full details here.
170 East 79th Street, #13B (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing: This is the first time this Classic Seven is being offered in over 50 years. This high-floor, sun-flooded apartment boasts exposures to the south, east, and north, and views to the midtown skyline. Prewar details are everywhere you look, including the original wood-burning fireplace, millwork, and 9'6" beamed ceilings. After passing through the semi-private elevator vestibule, the gracious 20' entrance foyer opens up into the south facing living room with big city views. To the left is your formal dining room with seating for eight. The kitchen and home office are tucked behind the dining room and offer a great opportunity for a larger eat-in kitchen. This apartment needs TLC and has lots of potential. See floor plan and full details here.
Connaught Tower, #14KL (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing: Welcome home to this sun filled, corner, 4-bed, 3-bath home with north, east and southern exposures and over-sized 22-foot balcony showcasing breathtaking views of the city and a peek of the East River! Split bedroom layout grants a great separation of space. Windowed, eat-in kitchen includes beautiful oak cabinets which provide great Storage. Appliances include: Viking 6 burner professional range, Viking Hood, double door Sub-Zero refrigerator, and Viking dishwasher, granite counters and backsplash throughout. Large dining area with built-ins for storage. Spacious and bright living room has direct access to large private terrace with room to lounge, grill and entertain. See floor plan and full details here.
123 Baxter Street, #5D (Elegran)
From the Listing: This chic apartment offers high ceilings overhead and spacious 2,133 square feet of living space that's sure to impress. Taking full advantage of indoor-outdoor living, this light-filled and stylish home offers comfortable and easy city living. Inside, a host of custom updates have already been completed and include gorgeous Brazilian cherry floors, an updated HVAC system, newly painted millwork and custom cabinetry. The gourmet kitchen features quality appliances including a wine cooler, as well as a gas cooktop, a wall oven and bench seating. This space opens to the large and open-plan living and dining room that enjoys an abundance of natural light thanks to the large glass doors that open to the private terrace, a perfect spot to sit in the warming sunshine with a morning coffee or enjoy a meal at the end of the day. See floor plan and full details here.
The Link, #TH2 (Corcoran)
From the Listing: Maisonette TH2 at the Link has been the home of a world -renowned concert artist and her husband, who is a music producer, engineer and accomplished songwriter. This extraordinary couple made the theater district a home and availed themselves of all that is offered by living in the middle of the entertainment world. Enjoy 11' 6' ceilings on both levels of this residence as well as 6,000 square feet of landscaped terraces belonging exclusively to the condo. See floor plan and full details here.
The Collect Pond House, #8D (Corcoran)
From the Listing: Designed by Fogarty Finger, enjoy the luxurious aura and townhouse-like feel of this expansive 4 bedroom 3.5 bath duplex loft in prime Tribeca, housed in a handsome 1907 Beaux Arts building, once headquarters for the American Typewriter Company. Beautiful light pours into the stunning 2-story home all day from 23 large windows on 4 exposures. Airy 10'5" ceilings, wide-plank Siberian white oak floors, custom millwork, antique Murano glass chandeliers, high-end Dornbracht and Boffi fixtures and other impeccable finishes throughout grace the ambience of this downtown oasis. Your townhouse in the sky offers a thoughtful separation of space created by a full main entertaining level and quiet sleeping quarters upstairs. See full details here.
The Park Laurel, #17A (Compass)
From the Listing: Breathtaking views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline serve as the iconic backdrop to this stunning home. The home's gallery serves as an introduction to this one of a kind home and leads us to an oversized corner living room, enhanced by expansive picture windows which frames the mesmerizing views of the Park. The kitchen features granite countertops, custom cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Each bedroom has their own en-suite bathrooms and phenomenal closet space. The spacious private primary bedroom wing features direct park views, an abundance of closets and an en-suite marble bathroom with double vanities, a soaking tub and a separate stall shower. See floor plan and full details here.
141 West 26th Street, #2FL (Compass)
From the Listing: Love where you live in this sanctuary located in vibrant eastern Chelsea, recently featured in Architectural Digest! This 1902 former Artist in Residence loft space, approximately 3,500 square feet, was magnificently gut renovated with all new plumbing and wiring throughout, maintaining the artistic industrial feel while establishing a dream space for entertaining and cozy living. Throughout, the apartment has indestructible and maintenance-free porcelain floor tiles. The open kitchen is masterfully laid out with an expansive island. It features a walk-in pantry, Caesar-stone countertops, stainless steel Thermador appliances including a wine fridge, and convection microwave. All plumbing fixtures are Kohler. See floor plan and full details here.
Parker West Condominium, #DUPLX19/20 (Corcoran)
From the Listing: Duplex 19/20 is a floor-through duplex home with dramatic city skyline and Hudson River views located on the 19th and 20th floors. This 2,619-square-foot three-bedroom, three and a half-bath residence spans two full floors and receives excellent light all day with south, west and north exposures. Direct elevator access opens directly into the home, with custom stained 7" European oak plank floors, ceiling heights up to 9'5", and oversized insulated casement windows complete with roller shades as well as blackout shades in the bedrooms. The corner great room graciously accommodates both living and dining spaces with oversized casement windows to the south and west offering views of the city skyline and Hudson River. See floor plan and full details here.
875 Park Avenue, #2N (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing: Exceptionally elegant and renovated apartment's ultra-chic private entrance features an elegant Marmorino Venetian stairway leading to a gracious entry foyer, and to the generously proportioned living room with a decorative fireplace, oversized paneled and sound-attenuating windows, and high ceilings with gorgeous plaster crown moldings. The living room easily flows into the formal dining room, ideal for grand entertaining, and has tasteful Venetian plastered walls, large windows with handsome custom-designed metal-and-glass windows. There is also a large library offering privacy and informal living. The spacious windowed eat-in gourmet kitchen by Christopher Peacock features French Oak wide-board floors, Calcutta Gold marble counters, Walnut wood drawers and cabinetry, 48" Wolf stove with French top and vented hood, double-oven, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, Dornbracht faucets, a Frankie filtered faucet, and plentiful storage. See floor plan and full details here.
Sheffield 57, #40U (Lin Pan International Group)
From the Listing: This spectacular four-bedroom, four-bath apartment will dazzle you with its expansive layout, exquisite finishes, light-filled ambiance, and breathtaking views. Enjoy beautiful sunrises in the east, sun all day long to the south, and amazing sunsets stretching west over the Hudson. Tastefully designed and extensively customized from the light fixtures, window treatments, and paint finishes to the cabinets and closets, this high-floor residence is also an entertainment-lover's gem. The spacious living room, separate dining room, gourmet kitchen, and gorgeous corner study/library are conveniently set apart from the bedrooms located on the opposite side of the home. Also included in the sale is the larger of only two private storage rooms on the floor providing added space and value. See floor plan and full details here.
The Chelsea Mercantile, #PHF (Compass)
From the Listing: Recently remodeled dream 4 bedroom/4.5 baths duplex penthouse encompasses 3,000 square feet of interior space and 1,250 square feet of exterior space across two terraces. The main floor is designed for entertaining with an open living space, bordered by a 650-square-foot, north-facing landscaped terrace with exquisite panoramic views of the city, extending from the Empire State Building to the Hudson River. A brand-new kitchen by Dada features high end appliances and a skylight. A colorful, inlaid wall light is the centerpiece of the staircase to the second floor where each of the three bedrooms with en-suite baths offer privacy and relaxation. See floor plan and full details here.
535 West End Avenue, #4B (Nest Seekers)
From the Listing: This incredible 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home is a study in urban luxury. The home opens into an elegant foyer adorned with a large coat closet. From there it flows into a spacious reception hall and then a massive, open-concept family room and kitchen. The custom Smallbone kitchen is equipped with an eat- in peninsula, an enormous island, chic white cabinets and drawers, pendant lighting, and a suite of high-end stainless steel appliances from La Cornue, Miele, and Sub-Zero. Adjacent to the kitchen and family room lies a 34-foot-long living and dining space with large windows and eastern exposure. See full details here.
The American Express Carriage House, #PH5B (Simple RE Co.)
From the Listing: You must experience this one-of-a-kind penthouse duplex to comprehend how it combines the expanse of a Tribeca loft with the intimacy of townhouse living perfected by three inviting outdoor spaces including a 650-square-foot roof deck. The top level of this impressive oasis boasts a 30' great room with gas fireplace, sizable terrace and access to the glorious roof deck. Separated by the glass atrium is the spacious, eat-in kitchen with plenty of extra storage and one of two flex spaces to meet your needs for an office, den or even 4th bedroom. The lower level houses the 3 bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms and another enormous flex space currently used as a children's playroom, which can easily be reimagined to fit your needs. See floor plan and full details here.
12 East 88th Street, #10B (Compass)
From the Listing: Perfectly appointed and proportioned with stunning pre-war detailing, Residence 10B spans over a half-floor at 12 East 88th Street and features five bedrooms all with en-suite marble baths and powder room with 3,690 square feet of custom designed and upgraded, richly textured interior space. This Carnegie Hill residence's generously-scaled living/dining room, den, study, and kitchen face landmarked East 88th Street, offering charming, historic views of beautiful townhomes and the Guggenheim. See floor plan and full details here.
104 Willow Street, #HOUSE (Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices)
From the Listing: This beautiful, single-family house, built in 1826, retains intricate historical details, including restored, original moldings and floors. A sophisticated renovation has captured period charm packaged in a contemporary envelope. All the mechanical functions have been totally updated with zoned climate control, radiant heating, and a snow melting system for the patio. The very private garden has mature plantings to ensure year-round privacy. All outdoor landscaping in both the garden and the upper terrace is irrigated. There are seven fireplaces (six operational) as well as generous closets and storage spaces throughout. See floor plan and full details here.
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