Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $680,000

· Closed June 15, 2021

Closed For Sale Co-op

$680,000

$971 per sq ft

39 E 12th Street #412

Greenwich Village, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10699461

RLS at REBNY

Listing by LG Fairmont Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

700

Sq. Ft.

1910

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 700 sq ft
Year Built 1910
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,303.05/mo
Neighborhood Greenwich Village
Floor 4 of 8

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 4 of 8
View City
Exposure North
Cooling Window Units
Pets CatsOk
Cross Street Broadway/University Place
Year Built 1910
Living Area 700 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 0564-0026-00039-000-0000412
Block/Lot 564/26

Description

Quintessential Greenwich Village Writer's Loft

Welcome to unit 412 in the highly coveted University Mews Cooperative. This North-facing loft offers iconic NYC views from within this 24hr. full service Ionic columned brick and cast iron architectural gem, sitting elegantly in the heart of Greenwich Village. Step into the loft and feel the depth of it's space. As you pass the open kitchen, stop to view the custom oak and glass picture framed cabinetry designed and built by Jim Osman, the well known sculptor during his cabinet maker period. Continue past the full bath and hallway lined with coat and storage closets into the entertaining and dining area where gatherings of 30+ have occurred. This room offers soaring vaulted barrel ceiling, expansive brick walls, hardwood floors and oversized windows. An Oak staircase in the Craftsman style with wall mounted railing and cleverly concealed rollout bookcases and drawers lead to the king sized lofted bedroom, smartly tucked away to add substantial space for your living/dining areas as well as an abundance of closets. An unexpected surprise is the enormous room sized well lit storage closet occupying the entire space below the lofted bedroom.

University Mews, built in 1900, a former printing factory was converted to a co-op in 1986. Originally 95 units, now 89 through combined unit conversions.This financially solid full service building in addition to 24 hr. Door service enjoys a full custodial staff and live- in Super. The coop recently updated the laundry room and landscaped and resurfaced the common roof deck. Unwind with a bottle of your favorite wine while taking in NYC's classic skyline views. All this within two blocks of the city's famous Union Square Market and Union Square Transit Hub. With direct connections, take the following lines to reach any neighborhood in NYC, L/Q/N/R/W/4/5/&6.

On 14th Street you'll find Whole Foods and Trader Joe's Food and Wine Outlets. And to feed your mind, the internationally known landmarked Strand bookstore sits on the corner of 12th and Broadway. When you feel like exploring the surrounding neighborhoods, a short walk will find you in the East Village, West Village, Noho, Soho and Nolita to check out their many restaurants, cafes and boutiques. Don't feel like going far, some of the best restaurants in NYC are right next door or just down the block. When it comes to location, University Mews has it all.

Amenities
Two Elevators
24 hr. Doorman
Cats only
Smoke-free building
Laundry room
Live in Super

Outdoor Space
Common Roof Deck

Listing Amenities
Hardwood floors
Dishwasher

Coop Rules
Co-Purchasing
Gifts Allowed
Sublets Allowed

Quintessential Greenwich Village Writer's Loft

Welcome to unit 412 in the highly coveted University Mews Cooperative. This North-facing loft offers iconic NYC views from within this 24hr. full service Ionic columned brick and cast iron architectural gem, sitting elegantly in the heart of Greenwich Village. Step into the loft and feel the depth of it's space. As you pass the open kitchen, stop to view the custom oak and glass picture framed cabinetry designed and built by Jim Osman, the well known sculptor during his cabinet maker period. Continue past the full bath and hallway lined with coat and storage closets into the entertaining and dining area where gatherings of 30+ have occurred. This room offers soaring vaulted barrel ceiling, expansive brick walls, hardwood floors and oversized windows. An Oak staircase in the Craftsman style with wall mounted railing and cleverly concealed rollout bookcases and drawers lead to the king sized lofted bedroom, smartly tucked away to add substantial space for your living/dining areas as well as an abundance of closets. An unexpected surprise is the enormous room sized well lit storage closet occupying the entire space below the lofted bedroom.

University Mews, built in 1900, a former printing factory was converted to a co-op in 1986. Originally 95 units, now 89 through combined unit conversions.This financially solid full service building in addition to 24 hr. Door service enjoys a full custodial staff and live- in Super. The coop recently updated the laundry room and landscaped and resurfaced the common roof deck. Unwind with a bottle of your favorite wine while taking in NYC's classic skyline views. All this within two blocks of the city's famous Union Square Market and Union Square Transit Hub. With direct connections, take the following lines to reach any neighborhood in NYC, L/Q/N/R/W/4/5/&6.

On 14th Street you'll find Whole Foods and Trader Joe's Food and Wine Outlets. And to feed your mind, the internationally known landmarked Strand bookstore sits on the corner of 12th and Broadway. When you feel like exploring the surrounding neighborhoods, a short walk will find you in the East Village, West Village, Noho, Soho and Nolita to check out their many restaurants, cafes and boutiques. Don't feel like going far, some of the best restaurants

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Stories 8
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,303.05/mo
Sale Price $680,000

Greenwich Village, or 'The Village,' remains the heart of New York’s creative history and intellectual life. Defined by its winding, non-grid streets and the iconic Washington Square Park, the neighborhood offers a unique sense of place. The real estate market is highly sought after, featuring some of the city's most beautiful historic townhouses, gold-coast cooperatives, and discreet luxury developments that maintain the area's low-rise charm.

Greenwich Village Live Market Data

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Active Listings

178

Median Asking Price

$1.54M

Median $/Sqft

$1,993

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

17

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

42

Median Sale Price

$1.62M

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39 E 12th Street #412, Greenwich Village, New York County • Near Broadway/University Place

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MLS® ID: RLS10699461
First Listed: 2/16/2021
Price Changed: 7/2/2021
Closed: 6/15/2021
Contract Date: 2/16/2021

Listing Courtesy of LG Fairmont Group - Nolan Myerson

Listing Contact: (203) 241-6801

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