This N.Y.C. Apartment Building Was Transformed Into a 6-Floor, $26 Million Single-Family Oasis

In downtown New York’s tightly packed West Village , spaciousness isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. Nonetheless, with its tree-lined streets brimming with historic residences, charming eateries, and chic boutiques, the neighborhood is home to some of the city’s most sought-after, not to mention costly luxury real estate , even with floor plans most would consider cramped.

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At 235 West 11th Street, however, one of the many handsome 19th-century townhomes that line the West Village’s leafy streets defies the neighborhood norm, offering an uncommonly spacious and completely upgraded modern residence of about 6,000 square feet with four bedrooms, seven bathrooms and five private outdoor spaces. Priced at $26 million, the home is co-listed by Matthew Lesser, Matthew Pravda, Tori Landson, and Michael Pinchasick of the Manhattan-based brokerage Leslie J. Garfield.

Prior to its transformation, the 21-foot-wide pre-Civil War structure—it dates to 1844!—was configured as a multi-unit rental building. Now transformed into a single-family home fit for the 21st century, there are filtered throughout its six elevator-serviced floors four bedrooms, each with a marble bath, a trio of powder rooms, including one in the basement, which was excavated to achieve airy nine-foot-high ceilings.

Beyond the wrought-iron front gate, there’s a landscaped forecourt, the first of a handful of private outdoor spaces. And, of course, in a concrete jungle, having any private outdoor space at your disposal is rare, so having five is almost unheard of. Interior spaces are finished in a bright and warm color palette complemented by sumptuous textures and premium quality materials, including white oak floorboards laid in a chevron pattern and an elegant black marble fireplace. White, decorator-ready walls and oversized windows add plenty of natural light, as do a couple of skylights that shower daylight into the basement.

The ample foyer leads to the large eat-in kitchen, where there’s a 15-foot-long island topped by Calacatta Gold Borghini marble. The custom cabinets are by Leicht, the appliances are many and state-of-the-art, and two of the four gigantic windows open out to a 40-foot-deep garden, another feature that is unusually roomy for the neighborhood. Landscaped to perfection with tall fencing and sculpted plantings, the garden offers plenty of room for an al fresco dining and lounging.

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The second floor hosts the sun-drenched living room with a marble fireplace and a row of Juliet balconies above the rear garden, as well as the street-facing formal dining room, while the third level is dedicated to the primary suite. The spacious bedroom opens to a slender, north-facing terrace; the dressing area has eight designer-inspired closets; and a spa-like bathroom with three oversized windows, including one in the shower. Two ensuite bedrooms are located on the fourth floor, one with a private terrace, and the fifth floor holds another ensuite bedroom (or den) along with access to a rooftop terrace.

The basement has been completely finished and includes a sleek gym, which can also be used as a media room or office, wine storage, a sitting room, laundry, and added storage. Other notable design and tech features include elegant millwork, Venetian plastered ceilings, radiant heated floors, and a comprehensive home automation system.

Click here for more photos of the revamped 19th-century townhouse.

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