Architectural Elegance of a Bygone Era
Step back into the grandeur of the Gilded Age with this spectacular convertible 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence overlooking Gramercy Park. With soaring 13-foot ceilings, expansive windows, and exquisite original details from 1883, this home is a rare offering in one of Manhattan’s most coveted locations.
A gracious entryway, adorned with an intricate inlaid floor and hand-painted Chinese wall covering, welcomes you into the breathtaking, park-facing salon. An opulent chandelier illuminates the space, highlighting the original hardwood floors and period woodwork. An original 1883 marble fireplace serves as a magnificent focal point, transporting you to an era of elegance and refinement.
Currently configured as a formal dining room, the third bedroom features southern exposure, a fireplace with a stately mantle and Gilded Age architectural details. This space can easily be converted into a bedroom while maintaining its historic charm.
A dramatic hallway, accented with hanging alabaster fixtures, provides a striking transition between the home’s public and private quarters.
The serene primary suite, bathed in southern light, features grand windows with period trim and a beautifully integrated floor to ceiling chifforobe. Its en-suite bath is a classic retreat, adorned with green marble tiles.
The second bedroom, currently styled as a den, is a masterpiece of craftsmanship with rich, floor-to-ceiling mahogany walls, intricate detailing, and period window casings. The grand windows, framed by louvered wooden shutters, offer both privacy and natural light, while an original fireplace and stained-glass accents add to the room’s historic charm.
The dine-in kitchen seamlessly blends classic and contemporary design, featuring custom millwork, granite countertops, and stainless steel backsplashes. Architectural angles and high ceilings enhance its character, while top-tier appliance, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator ensure modern convenience.
A beautifully appointed second full bath, finished in green marble tiles and white fixtures, provides easy access for guests.
Residents of The Gramercy, Manhattan’s first cooperative building, enjoy a suite of white-glove amenities, including a 24-hour doorman, live-in building manager, and full support staff. Additional conveniences include a package room, central laundry, bike room, and private storage. Pied-à-terre ownership is permitted, the building is pet-friendly, and financing is allowed up to 50%.
Built in 1883 in the Queen Anne style, The Gramercy is a historic treasure. Its striking red brick and terra cotta façade is complemented by a grand arched entrance, mosaic floor tiles, and Lincrusta-covered walls. The opulent lobby features original Tiffany stained glass, Grueby and Minton mosaic tiles, and an exquisite fireplace with a period hearth and mantle mirror.
With this distinguished address, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to Gramercy Park—Manhattan’s only private park. The surrounding neighborhood offers a charming enclave of boutique shops, acclaimed restaurants, vibrant green markets, and dog-friendly parks, all within close proximity to public transportation.
$6,595,000
Rooms
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Maintenance
$8,640
Highlights
Pets Allowed
Pied-a-terre Allowed
Union Square Market
Subway
6 train at 23rd St.
L at 23rd
4/5/6/7/ at Union Square
N/R/W at Union Square
Schools
District 02 – P.S. 040 Augustus Saint-gaudens
Amenities
Listing
Bright, Southern Light
High Ceilings
Exquisite Original Details
Park Facing Salon
Hardwood Floors
Period Woodwork
Floor to Ceiling Mahogany Walls
Dine-In Kitchen
Fireplace
Top Tier Appliances
Dishwasher
Building
Full Service Building
24hr. Doorman
Live-in Building Manager
Pets Allowed
Pied-a-terre Allowed
Package Room
Private Storage
Central Laundry Room
Elevator
Neighborhood
Green Market at Union Square
Union Square MTA Hub
Great Shopping
Fine Downtown Restaurants
Gallery
Floorplan
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