SOLD FOR $3,875,000
Listed at $3,995,000 · Sold 3.0% below asking · Closed March 1, 2019
40 5TH Avenue #8E
MLS® #RLS10430976
Listing by The Corcoran Group
3
Bedrooms
3
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1929
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: East,South,West facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1929)
Property Details
Description
Enjoy the grandeur of Gold Coast Greenwich Village melded with contemporary conveniences in this simply stunning, three-bedroom, three-bathroom residence.Wrapped in in windows facing west, south and east, this expansive home is filled with golden light and open-sky views at every turn. Pre-war details set an elegant tone the moment you arrive in the gracious foyer outfitted with two roomy closets. Soaring, beamed ceilings and gorgeous molding are highlighted by chic custom lighting. Original herringbone floors usher you ahead to enjoy the living room's substantial proportions and grand woodburning fireplace. The formal dining room could easily serve as a cozy media room, and it includes a convenient service passageway to the updated kitchen where honed black granite tops cabinets finished with brushed nickel hardware.You'll find three spacious bedroom suites in this beautifully arranged home. In the western wing, the master includes windows on two exposures, two large closets and a windowed en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. The second suite here is equally large, and the third suite on the opposite side of the home is outfitted with built in shelving. An in-unit washer-dryer and tons of additional storage make daily living a joy in this bright and beautiful home.40 Fifth Avenue is a handsome Neo-Georgian building set within the Gold Coast section of Greenwich Village, this home enjoys serene residential character just feet from the vibrant shops, dining and services of nearby Union Square. Enjoy Michelin-starred restaurants like Blue Hill, Babbo and Gotham Bar & Grill, or flex your own culinary muscles with ingredients from Whole Foods or Trader Joe's, both within blocks. Transportation from this central district is effortless with B/D/F/M, L, 1/2/3, A/C/E, 4/5/6, N/R and PATH trains all nearby.
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About Greenwich Village
View All Greenwich Village ListingsGreenwich 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
173
Median Asking Price
$1.50M
Median $/Sqft
$1,989
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
6
Price Reduced
26%
Sold (30 Days)
46
Median Sale Price
$1.80M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/2/26, 8:27 AM EST
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Location
40 5TH Avenue #8E, Greenwich Village, New York County • Near East 10th Street & East 11th Street
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