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Picturesque West End Avenue Single-Family
Prime Location and Historical Charm Await Your Vision

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Open House

Thursday, February 14th, 2019 | 12:30 – 1:30 pm

Blazing red brick, stepped gables, and magnificent archways distinguish this row of eight townhouses at the corner of West 78th Street. 383 West End Avenue is a single-family townhouse, which can also be a legal two-family, with amazing architectural bones dating back to 1886. From delicate stained glass transoms to three original fireplaces and a mirrored skylight that illuminates the winding staircase below, the artistry and refined Victorian stylings of designer Frederick B. White are still evident throughout all four stories.

The current layout features six bedrooms, three full and two half bathrooms, two gracious kitchens, and a tranquil third floor terrace. There is also suitable FAR to potentially accommodate an additional floor or roof deck. The townhouse is an easy stroll from Riverside Park, Lincoln Center, Zabar’s, and the best dining and shopping on the Upper West Side. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this historical gem yours.

Garden Floor:

The garden level is incredibly private, and can be utilized in a myriad of ways to suit any lifestyle. A sunny front bedroom can be accessed independently from under the stoop, while a spacious family room, or additional bedroom, occupies the rear of the floor. The rooms are connected by a corridor that contains a laundry area and separate full bath. A door in the family room opens to a sunken garden that features large slate tiles, a tall privacy fence, and a delightful balance of sunlight and shady trees. There is a separate room for mechanicals also located on the garden level.

Parlour Floor:

A few steps up, the townhouse stoop is recessed under one of the row’s signature archways. An ornate hardwood door opens to the parlour floor and a gracious foyer. The formal parlour is situated at the front of the floor. Highlights include wonderful ceiling height, a corner fireplace, and three large windows with stained glass transoms above. The original staircase, with its split levels and open banisters, frames the rear of the room. Beyond the staircase lies a catering kitchen, a half-bath, and a large room with a fireplace that can be used as a bedroom or wonderful home office.

Third Floor:

Ascend the open, split-level staircase to the entertaining floor of this townhouse. The third floor front features a traditional formal dining room with large windows, inlaid floors, original corner fireplace, built-in shelves, and dry bar. A powder room is centrally located on the floor. A cozy den and adjoining open kitchen occupy the rear. The kitchen is well-equipped and abounding with counter and cabinet space. It is also the access point for a fabulous rear terrace that the current owners use all the time for meals or catching up on a good book. The elevation of the terrace provides views of surrounding townhouse gardens as well as sunsets in the southwestern sky.

Fourth Floor:

The top floor of the townhouse hosts three bedrooms. The master bedroom is situated at the front of the floor and has a large window overlooking West End Avenue and the Apthorp building. It features a lovely skylight that also serves as an access point to the roof, a walk-in closet, and ensuite bathroom with Jacuzzi tub. A full bathroom and closet with laundry hookups are just off the main hallway. Two modest bedrooms are located at the rear of the floor.

 

Price: $4,395,000

 

Contact:

Cathy Connolly, Lead Buyer Specialist
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Stunning Upper West Side Mansion with Unobstructed River Views
and 10,000 Square Feet of Sun-Soaked Living Space

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Situated directly across from Riverside Park, this turn-of-the-century mansion is a showstopper. Designed by renowned architect Clarence True, the six-story townhouse boasts thirty-two feet of width and a corner rotunda with four stories of windows that provide phenomenal exposures of park foliage and the Hudson River to the GW Bridge and beyond.

The high ceilings, immense rooms, elaborate mantelpieces, original moldings, marble floors, top-of-the-line kitchens, and natural light flooding into each and every space are incomparable. The townhouse even boasts the third-largest ballroom in a private New York City home. Notable structural features include: elevator access on five floors, six working fireplaces, layout potential for nine bedrooms and nine baths, a Juliet balcony, two terraces, and a bi-level roof deck.

The townhouse is a tremendous opportunity for music lovers, art collectors and entertainers. The current unique configuration allows for gracious public gathering spaces and expansive private retreats. With Riverside Park and the Boat Basin serving as a glorious front yard, 40 Riverside Drive is a true Westside haven.

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Ground Floor:

The ground floor features two entrances. On the Riverside Drive side, a gorgeous iron and glass door leads guests into a marble-walled vestibule and formal foyer, while a discrete family entrance on the 76th Street side of the townhouse provides easy access to the rear quarters. Just off the foyer, a formal living room features elaborate moldings, an original fireplace, and a wet bar. The rear of the floor is occupied by a spacious, one-bedroom apartment with a separate entrance, complete with renovated kitchen and bath, multiple windows, and access to a private rear garden. The suite is perfect for live-in help, guests, or in-laws.

Parlour Floor:

The parlour floor hosts an opulent townhouse treasure – a private ballroom. The elevator carries guests directly from the foyer to the magnificent entertaining space that features twelve-and-a-half foot ceilings, five windows, original fireplace with an oversized rounded mirror and black marble hearth, and exquisitely detailed, restored woodwork throughout. The grand scale and open layout of the space is ideal for concerts and banquets.

Pocket doors separate the ballroom from a gracious sitting room and full bathroom. A catering kitchen is found toward the rear of the second floor. It is well-appointed with ample counter space, SubZero refrigerator, dishwasher, and a stackable washer dryer unit. Beyond the entertaining areas lies a suite that could be used as an office, library, or bedroom. Boasting elegant original columns, moldings, and chair rails, the room also has a fabulous bay window with southern exposures. The luxurious marble bathroom has a jacuzzi tub, separate shower stall, and bidet.

Third Floor:

When the elevator reaches the third floor, it opens to an enormous master suite. Following the footprint of the ballroom below, the bedroom incorporates the beautiful rotunda, has five large windows that take in light from the west and south, and also has a handsome, hand carved fireplace mantel as a focal point. A grand, light-filled dressing room is separated by pocket doors. It features custom closets and connects to a commodious bathroom.

A full kitchen with granite countertops, microwave, wine refrigerator, dishwasher, and SubZero is centrally located on this floor. Beyond the kitchen lies a peaceful nursery with a bay window and multiple closets. A laundry closet with stacked washer and dryer unit and a separate full bathroom complete the third floor.

Fourth Floor:

The fourth floor is simply breathtaking. One step out of the elevator and you’re overtaken by sunlight and sweeping River views. A triple-height, atrium-style ceiling enhances the grandeur of the living room and rotunda as well as a huge white marble fireplace with modern embellishments. The layout also includes a formal dining room with a small fireplace and three French doors that open to a balcony. Just off the dining room lies a wonderful chef’s kitchen with plentiful counter space, gas range, two dishwashers, two refrigerators, wine cooler, and access to a rear terrace for outdoor grilling. A soundproofed library and powder room complete the floor.

Fifth Floor:

Ascend the curved glass and stainless steel staircase to the fifth floor, where another master bedroom suite and a charming den overlooking the River can be found. Highlights of the bedroom suite include an ornate marble mantelpiece with a peacock mural, soaring ceiling, large windows, and an all marble bathroom with soaking tub. The front of the floor hosts the den, which overlooks the living room atrium below, and leads to a one-of-a-kind tower terrace.

Sixth Floor:

A stairwell is tucked behind the gallery shelves and leads to the sixth floor bedroom suite. This private retreat embraces its elevation and loft-like structure as a window peeks down to the living room below and skylights bring in a sense of the outdoors. Closets and storage have been custom designed for the bedroom to maximize space, and an ensuite bath sits at the rear of the floor. An exterior door provides access to the upper and lower roof decks.

Cellar:

The finished townhouse cellar is currently accessed by using the elevator or the rear interior stairwell. It accommodates a recreation room, full bathroom, laundry room, and separate areas for mechanicals and storage.

Outdoor Spaces:

40 Riverside Drive has an abundance of outdoor spaces including: a modest rear garden or pet area off the ground floor; Juliet balcony ideal for urban gardening; a rear terrace perfect for grilling; a large circular terrace with wrought-iron banister that sits atop the rotunda; and a bi-level roof deck.

Price: $15,995,000

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Contact:

Nicole Kats, Listing Director
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Call Nicole: (646) 741-8206

Historic Riverside Park-Block Mansion with
Elevator, Movie Theater, and Two-Level Roof Deck

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Open House

Thursday, February 14th, 2019 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm

Prolific Upper West Side architect Charles T. Mott held nothing back when designing this five-story gem for one of the Dow Jones founders, Edward Jones. The townhouse façade embraces the glory of Renaissance Revival stylings by combining stone, Roman brick, arches, and columns. Even lion heads decorate the pressed-metal cornice. The interior doesn’t shy away from grandeur either. Gut-renovated in 2004-2005, no detail was overlooked when transforming the townhouse back into a single-family mansion.

Beyond coats of fresh paint and no squeaks or leaks – this twenty-footer is currently in turn-key condition. Inside, you’ll find six bedrooms, five full and three half-baths, elevator access on each floor, and outstanding entertaining spaces including a top-of-the-line kitchen and a private screening room. Expanding upon Mott’s original vision, the current owners realized the townhouse was uniquely positioned to take in views of the Hudson River, so two additional levels of outdoor living space were built on the roof.

Located steps from Riverside Park and close to neighborhood classics like Zabars, Fairway, Citarella’s and The Beacon Theater, 325 West 76th Street is the gold standard of townhouse living inside and out.

Garden Floor:

The garden floor renovation created an outstanding entertaining space. When entering under the front stoop, guests can leave the city at the door, and their shoes in the mudroom. The garden front is a game room, complete with full bar, and is appropriate for both informal gatherings or corporate entertaining. The family room is located at the rear of the floor and includes a wall of built-in shelving for all television or gaming system needs. Just off the family room is the butler’s pantry. It has dedicated entrances from both the garden out back and the kitchen on the floor above. The floor also contains a powder room.

The townhouse garden is luxurious and serene. Highlights include: blue stone surface, a stone fountain, ample foliage, and a tall privacy fence on all sides.

Parlour Floor:

Entering this townhouse on the parlour floor is a breathtaking experience, as one must pass through the original massive wooden door that features wonderful heavy strap iron hardware. The sheer scale and dramatic flair is a preview of things to come. From restored moldings and banisters to the artfully reproduced wainscoting, the foyer and parlour front are a wonderful balance of traditional details and modern finishes. The townhouse renovation included the creation of an open layout that combines the formal living and dining rooms into a contemporary great room. The focal point of this space remains the extraordinary original fireplace with decorative paneling over the mantel.

A pocket door at the back of the dining room opens to reveal a true chef’s kitchen. The parlour rear hosts a stunning space suitable for competitive cooking or family-style dinners. Boasting custom cabinets and shelving, a large island with a rack for cookware above, double ovens, gas stove, spacious SubZero, and banquette seating overlooking the garden, this room makes the townhouse a home. A lovely powder room is conveniently located at rear of floor adjacent to stairs that lead down to a butler’s pantry and the family room.

Third Floor:

The third floor accommodates two bedrooms with custom closets and gracious, ensuite bathrooms. The front bedroom boasts a huge bow window as well as a fireplace with a lovely, original mantelpiece and new blue-toned marble hearth. The rear bedroom is bright and airy as it has large windows that provide excellent views of the garden below. The laundry room is located on this floor.

Fourth Floor:

The front half of the fourth floor is occupied by the master suite. The master bedroom is well-appointed with a fireplace as well as a wall of windows, which provide access to the grand front terrace. Between the bedroom and master bath lies a commodious closet with custom built-in drawers and hanging spaces. The master bath completes the suite and features an extra-large steam shower and double vanity. The rear of the floor feels like a private retreat. It hosts a handsome library with floor-to-ceiling shelving and a gas fireplace as well as a cheery greenhouse and balcony.

Fifth Floor:

The upper floor of the townhouse contains three bedrooms, two full bathrooms – one with a luxurious soaking tub, and an exercise room complete with special low impact floor and a private sauna. There is also ample storage space on this floor including a cedar closet.

Roof:

Stunning dual roof decks sit atop the townhouse creating outdoor sixth and seventh floors. Highlights include sun-soaked and shady areas, electrical outlets, spiral staircase, and exceptional, blocks-spanning views of the Hudson River and Riverside Park from the upper deck.

Finished Basement:

The cellar of this townhouse hosts a hidden treasure – a fully-equipped screening room. It is outfitted with a large screen, raked floor for excellent sightlines, leather recliners, and a dry bar for essential movie snacks. There is a supplemental AC unit in the room for enhanced comfort. Separate mechanical and storage rooms are also located on this floor.

Price: $9,950,000

Contact:

Cathy Connolly, Lead Buyer Specialist
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Call Cathy: (646) 741-8204