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285 Lafayette Street, #2B

$10,950,000 ($2,697 per ft2) | 4 beds, 3.5 baths | Approx. 4,060 ft2
Building Profile  | 
57 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Sep 25, 2024
    Days on Market: 57
    Building Type: Condominium
    Neighborhood: NoLiTa/Little Italy (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
Monthly Common Charges: $4,166
Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $4,184
Total Taxes & Fees: $8,350 ($2.06/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $65,367
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $73,717 ($18.16/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 10% ($1,095,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Location and History: This luxury full-service condominium is located in the fashionable SoHo neighborhood and was originally a 19th-century chocolate factory. The building has a rich history and is known for its celebrity residents.
  • Design and Space: The expansive 4,060 square foot loft features four bedrooms, a library, three bathrooms, a powder room, and a private laundry room. The western wall features a 70-foot wall of 10-foot windows for ample natural light, and the living and dining area boasts 12-foot ceiling heights, original cast iron columns, and exposed wooden beams.
  • Unique Features: The apartment is intimate and private with a keyed elevator that opens directly into the residence. The original Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors have been redesigned by a famed designer, and the principal bedroom suite features a seating area, re-mastered bathroom with a floating Waterworks bathtub, double sink and vanity, separate stall shower, and two walls of custom closets.
  • Kitchen Amenities: The chef’s kitchen is equipped with stainless steel Viking appliances and an extra-large wine refrigerator, perfect for those who love to cook and entertain.
  • Building Amenities: The full-service building offers a 24-hour concierge, a landscaped roof deck garden and deck, private storage, two entrances for added privacy, a fitness center, outdoor entertainment space, and terraces/balconies.
  • Neighborhood Amenities: The building is in close proximity to boutiques, restaurants, and excellent public transportation, making it a convenient location for all your needs.

Description

The Condominium, No. 285 LAFAYETTE STREET Supremely located in the infinitely thriving, always bustling and forever fashionable SoHo, No.285 LAFAYETTE is the epitome of authentic Downtown New York chic, effortless and eternally modern luxury living. Originally built in the 19th Century housing a famed chocolate factory, No. 285 LAFAYETTE was reborn into a luxury full service Condominium in 1999 by world-renowned architect Costas Kondylis. The ingenious combination of sublime pre-war architecture with timeless interiors paired with Concierge level service, No. 285 was an instant star and became the immensely sought- after residential project and home to an array of distinguished clientele from day one to the present.

Comprised of a mere ten floors and twenty-one residences located at the epicenter of Lafayette and Prince Streets, No. 285 is exceptionally intimate and ultra private in the heart of one of Manhattan’s most engaging neighborhoods --an ever-lasting darling of SoHo. The Offering, Residence 2B Welcome to Residence 2B --- your exquisite keyed elevator opens into an expansive, and timeless cast iron loft, spanning 4060 square feet with beautiful chef’s kitchen, four grand bedrooms plus separate library, three bathrooms, one powder room and private laundry room with additional catering refrigerator. The original Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors have been redesigned by famed designer with a custom stunning finish throughout.

The Western wall spans over 70 linear feet with a wall of 10-foot windows, massive and new offering gorgeous light throughout the day. The loft with an enormous living and dining area of 48 feet by nearly 35 feet with 12 foot ceiling heights, original impressive cast iron columns and beautiful exposed wooden beams lovingly preserved, exudes a genuine SoHo charm and personality while being perfectly pristine and timeless. The ideal chef’s kitchen overlooks the gracious and grand living space, perfect for both intimate and grand gatherings -- equipped with stainless steel Viking appliances and extra large wine refrigerator complete with stunning custom hi-gloss lacquer white cabinetry and absolute black granite countertops.

The Principal bedroom is a serene, glamorous and sublime suite facing North with a proper and posh seating area and an exquisite re-mastered master bathroom featuring a dramatic floating Waterworks bath tub, double sink and vanity with separate stall shower and two walls of custom closets. The large second bedroom has en-suite bathroom and walk in closet. The corner third bedroom has North and West exposures while fourth bedroom faces West, all rooms offer grand and impressive proportions.

*** Tenant in place until April 2024 Significant Details 4,060 Square Feet North West Corner | Keyed-Elevator 12 Foot Ceiling Heights 10 Foot Windows Original Cast Iron Columns and Beams Four Bedrooms | 1 Library | Three Full Baths | 1 Powder | Separate Laundry Room Condominium Essentials Full Service 24 Hour Concierge Boutique Coveted Condominium Exquisite Landscaped Roof Deck Garden and Deck Private Storage Two Entrances; Ultra Discreet Entrance on Mulberry and Main Lobby entrance on Lafayette

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About 285 Lafayette Street

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285 Lafayette Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 78, 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

25
Out of 44
+
21
Out of 36
+
23
Out of 39
+
9
=
78
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Distinguished 6 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
High-End 5 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 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:
Highly Visible 2 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:
No 0 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:
Very Attractive with Trees 4 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 30 blocks 3 out of 5 points
Views:
Open 2 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Some 2 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:
Some Noise 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 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:
Some 0 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Spacious 4 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
2 4 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
14 or more Feet 4 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:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Door Person:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
Yes 1 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:
Yes 1 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:
Many 2 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Conversion Year: 1999
  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Garden
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Unusual renovation project
  • Close to the great Puck Building
  • Some fireplaces
  • Interiors designed by Costas Kondylis
  • Attractive building
  • Impressive lobby
  • Roof garden
  • Brazilian hardwood flooring
  • Wine coolers
  • Concierge
  • Some 26-foot-high ceilings
  • Close to Subway
Cons
  • Considerable traffic
  • No sidewalk landscaping
  • No garage
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Subways

  1. M
  2. B
  3. D
  4. F
  5. 6
at Houston 0.09 miles
  1. N
  2. R
at Broadway 0.10 miles
  1. J
  2. Z
at Delencey 0.28 miles
  1. Q
at Lafayette 0.43 miles
  1. C
  2. E
at 6th Ave and Vandam 0.44 miles

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