49 DOWNING Street #4/PH
MLS® #RLS10483613
Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
3
Bedrooms
4.5
Baths
5,700
Sq. Ft.
1896
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1896)
Property Details
Description
Extraordinary Greenwich Village PenthouseONE OF A KIND and authentic, this rare property is entered through a private building entrance and includes a private garage, private elevator, private outdoor space, vast private storage space, and a remarkable studio on the ground floor of the building which affords a range of professional possibilities. These elements combine to create a supremely unique live/work life-style, all within one building. Located in a former horse stable, this dramatic sprawling home in excess of 5700 sq ft offers an unparalleled opportunity to attain the privacy of townhouse-style living in a classic loft building. The original space was transformed with an eye for quiet luxury and grand entertaining. There are soaring sky-high ceilings, skylights, original beams and columns, brick walls, and sunlight from south, north, east, and west exposures. The living area includes very large south-facing windows and a magnificent romantic wood-burning fireplace. The spacious kitchen is adjacent to a charming windowed breakfast room, a grand dining room with sliding glass doors to a large terrace. The master suite offers abundant closet space, a spa-like bathroom, and a wood-burning fireplace. This loft never ceases to surprise as one moves throughout, discovering 3 bedrooms*,3 full baths and 3 partial baths, a library, and an amazing greenhouse/recreation room, and a large roof deck.*Represents current apartment configuration, which may not conform to official legal documentation. Purchasers should consult with their legal or architectural professionals to determine legal use parameters.
Building Information
Financial Details
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
172
Median Asking Price
$1.50M
Median $/Sqft
$2,008
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
6
Price Reduced
26%
Sold (30 Days)
43
Median Sale Price
$1.80M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/3/26, 7:51 AM EST
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Location
49 DOWNING Street #4/PH, Greenwich Village, New York County
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