272 Water Street, Unit 5R/6R

272 Water St
Financial District

$1,995,000
Price
1
Bed
1,700 Sq. Ft.
$1,174 / Sq. Ft.
1,700
Sq. Ft.
$1,174
per Sq. Ft.
Open: 12/5 02:00PM - 03:00PM - By Appt
Open: 12/5 02:00PM - 03:00PM - By Appt

Description

  Discover the unmistakable charm of the South Street Seaport, where cobblestoned streets, waterfront views, and historic architecture meet the best of modern downtown living. Nestled in a prewar landmark building that once served as a 19th-century wine warehouse, this convertible 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom duplex loft condominium blends authentic character with contemporary comfort. Spanning approximately 1,700 square feet of interior space and featuring a 590-square-foot private terrace, this home...  Discover the unmistakable charm of the South Street Seaport, where cobblestoned streets, waterfront views, and historic architecture meet the best of modern downtown living. Nestled in a prewar landmark building that once served as a 19th-century wine warehouse, this convertible 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom duplex loft condominium blends authentic character with contemporary comfort. Spanning approximately 1,700 square feet of interior space and featuring a 590-square-foot private terrace, this home captures the unique spirit of the Seaport - timeless, inviting, and full of personality. Inside, classic loft details abound: high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and original hardwood floors create an atmosphere of warmth and texture, while a top-of-the-line Viking kitchen, sunlit open layout, and spa-like primary suite bring elevated modern style. A curved staircase leads to the primary bedroom suite, where French doors open to the private terrace for relaxing, entertaining, or simply enjoying iconic views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Gehry Building, and World Trade Center. Additional features include an in-unit washer/dryer, Whirlpool dishwasher, video intercom, and private storage unit. Dual entrances enhance flexibility and privacy, for work from home setups or hosting guests. Located in the heart of the South Street Seaport Historic District, this distinctive home is surrounded by charming boutiques, acclaimed restaurants, and the scenic waterfront - offering a rare opportunity to live where historic New York meets modern downtown energy. Photos are virtually staged  

Property Details for 272 Water Street, Unit 5R/6R

View
Bridges, City, Skyline

Open Houses

Friday, Dec 5th

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

By Appointment Only

Sunday, Dec 7th

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

By Appointment Only

LISTING UPDATED: 12/04/2025 03:09 PM

Property Details for 272 Water Street, Unit 5R/6R

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20058255
Days on Market29
Taxes$2,874 / month
Common Charges$1,859 / month
Min. Down Pymt10%
Total Rooms4.0
Compass TypeUnitDuplex
MLS TypeCondominium
Year Built1900
CountyNew York County

Building

272 Water St

7 StoriesBuilt in 1900

Location

Listing Courtesy of Christies International Real Estate Group LLC
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Building Information for 272 Water Street, Unit 5R/6R

Building/Complex272 Water StFloor-Stories7Residences-Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1900Building AgePre-war

Payment Calculator

$15,823 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,090

Property Taxes

$2,874

Maintenance/Common Charges

$1,859

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 272 Water Street, Unit 5R/6R

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: South Street Seaport
  • Stories Total: 7
  • Exposures: East, North, South
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 1210
  • Tax Deduction Percent: .00%
  • Tax Block: 00106
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 7503
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 2874.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1700.0
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Laundry Features: None
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Building Pets Allowed Comments: <45lbs*
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Number Of Shares: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: Loft
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Terrace
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Other
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Fireplace: No
  • Dining Type: Alcove
  • Kitchen Condition: Excellent
  • Floor Number: 5
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: No
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, InUnit
  • Bathroom Condition: Excellent
  • ElevatorsTotal: 0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Line: R
  • Number Of Units Total: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Attendance Type: None
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed Comments: <45lbs*

Property History for 272 Water Street, Unit 5R/6R

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 24, 2025

Price Change

RLS RESO #RLS20058255

$1,995,000—
Nov 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20058255

$2,095,000—
Mar 29, 2025

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10984971

$2,095,000—
Dec 27, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10984971

—
Apr 25, 2024

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10984971

$2,049,000—
Dec 20, 2023

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10922867

$2,049,000—
Mar 8, 2022

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10922867

$2,049,000—
Jun 26, 2018

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10367275

$2,995,000—
Apr 4, 2018

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10367275

$2,995,000—
Apr 4, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2014040701231001

$2,000,000

+27.1% / yr

Apr 3, 2014

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10063391

$2,000,000—
Dec 27, 2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10063391

$2,000,000—
Nov 15, 2013

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10348487

$2,125,000—
May 14, 2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10348487

$2,125,000—
Mar 15, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012032300541001

$1,221,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/24/2025

Price Change

RLS RESO #RLS20058255

$1,995,000
11/05/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20058255

$2,095,000
03/29/2025

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10984971

$2,095,000
12/27/2024

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10984971

—
04/25/2024

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10984971

$2,049,000
12/20/2023

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10922867

$2,049,000
03/08/2022

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10922867

$2,049,000
06/26/2018

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10367275

$2,995,000
04/04/2018

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10367275

$2,995,000
04/04/2014

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2014040701231001

$2,000,000

+27.1% / yr

04/03/2014

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10063391

$2,000,000
12/27/2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10063391

$2,000,000
11/15/2013

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10348487

$2,125,000
05/14/2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10348487

$2,125,000
03/15/2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012032300541001

$1,221,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 272 Water Street, Unit 5R/6R

Taxable ValueLand$40,421Additions$253,701Total$294,122
Tax Record2025$33,517 ($2,793 / month) Tax Class2Tax Rate12.5%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,594 SqFtLot Size2,910 SqFtYear Built1900ZoningC62AAPN1001061210

Schools near 272 Water Street, Unit 5R/6R

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Peck Slip School (The)
Public - PK to 5
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch
Public - 6 to 8
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public - 6 to 8
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Peck Slip School (The)
PublicPK to 5

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch
Public6 to 8

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
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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More information about 272 Water Street, Unit 5R/6R, Financial District

272 Water Street, Unit 5R/6R is for sale in Financial District. This property was listed for sale on November 5, 2025 by Christies International Real Estate Group LLC, it's currently listed at $1,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 29 days and was last sold on April 4, 2014. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include Peck Slip School (The), Jhs 104 Simon Baruch and Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies. 272 Water Street, Unit 5R/6R is a 1-bed, 2-bath, 1,700 sqft built in 1900.

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