237 East 17th Street, Unit 520
Description
Surrounded by architecturally distinctive buildings and perfectly situated directly across the street from beautiful Stuyvesant Square Park (which is open to all, no key needed), this handsome brownstone with an elevator has a grand stoop, balcony ironwork, a framed...Triple-mint renovated 1 bedroom/1 bath with a large landscaped private terrace, located in a 29-foot-wide brownstone mansion on one of the most beautiful blocks in the Stuyvesant Square Historic District, a coveted enclave of Gramercy.
Surrounded by architecturally distinctive buildings and perfectly situated directly across the street from beautiful Stuyvesant Square Park (which is open to all, no key needed), this handsome brownstone with an elevator has a grand stoop, balcony ironwork, a framed entranceway, and a gracious entry foyer and staircase.
Located on the 4th floor, this quiet apartment overlooks other brownstone gardens and terraces, providing a tranquil and inviting urban refuge with great natural light.
The apartment features a proper entry foyer with a walk-in closet that leads to an ample-size living/dining room with a decorative fireplace with whitewashed original brickwork. The living/dining room overlooks landscaped terraces, gardens, and trees.
Sliding glass doors off the living room lead to the crown jewel of the apartment: private outdoor space. The large landscaped terrace measures 23.5 feet x 16 feet and is surrounded by other terraces, gardens, and trees from the brownstones that line East 17th and East 18th Streets.
Off the living/dining room is a completely new kitchen featuring all stainless appliances, including a dishwasher, refrigerator, gas range, and microwave; classic white Shaker-style custom cabinetry with recessed lighting; and plentiful Silestone countertops.
Also off the living/dining room is an ample-size bedroom with another large walk-in closet and beautiful views of the landscaped terrace.
The bathroom has been completely renovated with a new toilet, vanity, tub, and tiles.
The apartment also features new everything throughout: new wide-plank floors, new doors, new baseboard moldings, new windows and sliding glass door, new through-the-wall ACs, and new custom-built radiator covers. This is a co-op, but because it’s a sponsor sale, the purchasing process is much easier—no co-op board approval required.
This is Gramercy living at its best: close to the charming shops and restaurants on Irving Place, to Union Square with its renowned Greenmarket, and to Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, and Wegman’s—and just across the street from beautiful Stuyvesant Square Park. Also a short walk to Greenwich Village, the East Village, Union Square, Flatiron, and Chelsea, with convenient access to Midtown and Grand Central Terminal. The 4, 5, 6, N, R, W, Q, and L trains—convenient to both the East and West Sides—are all located nearby at Union Square. This boutique co-op has a low monthly maintenance of $1,451 per month and permits pied-à-terres. Installation of a washer/dryer is permitted.
Early History of the Building:
Known today as the Margaret Neilson House, it was built in 1853 and sold to Margaret Ann Fish Neilson in 1856. Neilson was the daughter of Nicholas Fish and Elizabeth Stuyvesant, both descended from old New York families. She was the sister of Secretary of State, Senator, and Governor Hamilton Fish and a direct descendant of Peter Stuyvesant, New York’s last Dutch governor, whose 17th-century farm encompassed all of Stuyvesant Square and beyond. In 1975 the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission designated the building and its surrounding neighborhood as the Stuyvesant Square Historic District.
Listing Agent
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glenn.connolly@compass.comP: (917)-509-5623
Amenities
- City Views
- Open Views
- Private Terrace
- Exposed Brick
- Decorative Fireplace
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer Hookup
- Laundry in Building
Property Details for 237 East 17th Street, Unit 520
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 52 |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $1,451 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 20% |
| Total Rooms | 3.0 |
| Compass Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | Co-op |
| Year Built | 1853 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2% |
Building
237 E 17th St
Location
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Building Information for 237 East 17th Street, Unit 520
Payment Calculator
$6,069 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$4,618
$0
$1,451
Property History for 237 East 17th Street, Unit 520
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2024 | $947,500 | |
| 10/10/2024 | Sold Manual | $947,500 |
| 08/27/2024 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 07/12/2024 | Price Change Manual | $995,000 |
| 07/06/2024 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,095,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 237 East 17th Street, Unit 520
Schools near 237 East 17th Street, Unit 520
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 40 Augustus St.-Gaudens PublicPK to 5 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies Public6 to 8 | ||
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Public6 to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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