436 West 20th Street

House: 436 West 20th Street
Chelsea

$35,560,000
Price
7
Beds
10,160 Sq. Ft.
$3,500 / Sq. Ft.
10,160
Sq. Ft.
$3,500
per Sq. Ft.
a living room with furniture kitchen and a chandelier
a living room with furniture a chandelier and a fireplace
a living room with furniture a walk in closet and a window
a view of a dining room with furniture and a fireplace
a kitchen with a table chairs stove and microwave
a kitchen with a stove and a microwave
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a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a spacious bedroom with a bed and a couch
a living room with furniture and a window
a living room with furniture and a wooden floor
a bathroom with a sink toilet and shower
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a bedroom with furniture and a couch
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a room with cabinets
a spacious bathroom with a bathtub and shower
a living room with furniture and a window
a building outdoor space with patio couch and chairs
a view of a terrace with seating area
a spacious bedroom with a large bed and a window
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and mirror
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a view of a living room

Description

"The Chelsea Mansion": The Most Historically Significant Townhome in Chelsea Rare Seminary block mansion, available for the first time following an exquisite gut renovation. Introducing this impeccably renovated, 25' wide, approximately 10,160 sqft mansion with stunning proportions, the finest contemporary interiors with architecture and design by Melamed Architect, and five private outdoor spaces including a magnificent garden, two terraces and two balconies. This historic residence overlooks The..."The Chelsea Mansion": The Most Historically Significant Townhome in Chelsea Rare Seminary block mansion, available for the first time following an exquisite gut renovation. Introducing this impeccably renovated, 25' wide, approximately 10,160 sqft mansion with stunning proportions, the finest contemporary interiors with architecture and design by Melamed Architect, and five private outdoor spaces including a magnificent garden, two terraces and two balconies. This historic residence overlooks The General Theological Seminary and is seconds from the High Line, art galleries, Chelsea Market, Little Island, the Meatpacking District, endless dining and entertainment. Built in 1835 on land once owned by "Twas the Night Before Christmas" writer Clement Clarke Moore, this 25-foot-wide single-family townhome rises 6 stories, and features 7 bedrooms, 8 full bathrooms, 3 powder rooms, 8 fireplaces, and a brand new, state-of-the-art elevator. Known as "The Chelsea Mansion," 436 West 20th Street has been home to notable artists and celebrities over the years, including Frances Gaar, Andrew Garfield & Emma Stone, John Stamos, Jason Statham, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and Glenn Close. Features of this meticulously renovated home include Lutron lighting, gorgeous oak hardwood floors, radiant floor heating in the bathrooms, chic custom millwork, and an HVAC heating/cooling system with humidification controls. Brilliant sunlight shines into every floor through grand windows, and the magnificent primary bedroom features a double-height over 15' ceiling, with massive windows and an above skylight. Layout: A private front terrace, classic stoop, and timeless redbrick facade welcome residents on one of the most coveted Chelsea blocks, directly across from the Theological Seminary. Beyond a formal foyer with double doors and a built-in closet is a sprawling great room with a separate dining area, two luxurious fireplaces, nearly 12-foot heigh ceilings, and stunning room proportions. Past the great room is a king-size guest suite or home office, with a walk-through closet and private en-suite bathroom. A luxurious powder room completes this floor. A second entrance on the Garden Level leads to a mudroom with a closet and flows into an expansive chef's kitchen and dining area with dual fireplaces, a powder room, and garden access. The kitchen is equipped with a huge eat-in island with a waterfall edge, sleek stone slab countertops custom walnut cabinetry, a wall-mounted pot filler, a walk-in pantry, and integrated premium appliances. Beyond the kitchen lies a tranquil garden room, a full bathroom, and a windowed laundry room. The tranquil paved garden is perfect for indoor and outdoor entertaining. Below this level is a cellar with additional storage space and building mechanicals. The Third Floor features a spacious den, complete with a walnut wet bar, fireplace, and powder room. A stately libarary features stunning proportions, a beautiful fireplace, a full bathroom, and overlooks the tree-lined street and Theological Seminary below. Ideal for guests, a spacious rear bedroom on this floor features an en-suite bathroom, and a private balcony overlooking the lower garden. The Fourth Floor features three gracious bedrooms, complete with individual en-suite bathrooms, walk-in closets and ample natural light. The front bedroom features a working fireplace, and the rear bedroom features a private balcony. The Fifth and Sixth Floor comprises the crown jewel of the home, the luxurious primary suite, which boasts vaulted double-height ceilings, massive skylights, a gorgeous fireplace, two terraces, a separate loft space, and an enormous closet with a full dressing room. The en-suite windowed spa bathroom, features Duravit fixtures, a floating double vanity, and a luxurious walk-in wet room with dual rainfall showerheads and a freestanding soaking tub.

Property Details for 436 West 20th Street

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Property Details for 436 West 20th Street

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20056291
Days on Market43
Taxes$5,351 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms14.5
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeSingle Family Townhouse
Year Built1910
Lot Size0 SF / 0' x 20'
CountyNew York County

Building

House: 436 West 20th Street

7 Units3 StoriesBuilt in 1910

Location

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Building Information for 436 West 20th Street

Stories3Year Built1910Building Size25' x 78'Building Sq. Ft5,850 SFLot Size0 SF / 0' x 20'Building AgePre-warBuilding TypeTownhouse

Payment Calculator

$181,066 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$175,715

Property Taxes

$5,351

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

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Property Information for 436 West 20th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Chelsea
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0062
  • Tax Block: 00717
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0062
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 10160.0
  • Building Area Total: 10160.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00x20.00
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Smoke Free YN: true
  • Building Laundry Features: InUnit
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: true
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup
  • ElevatorsTotal: 0
  • Size Dimensions: 78.00x25.00
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Delivered Vacant: No
  • Attendance Type: None
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 436 West 20th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Oct 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20056291

$35,560,000—
Aug 22, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20012006

$35,560,000—
Mar 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20012006

$35,560,000—
Jan 20, 2022

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10414198

$16,750,000—
Jul 22, 2021

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10719836

$12,950,000—
May 20, 2021

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10719836

$12,950,000—
Mar 2, 2021

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10874657

$14,900,000—
Aug 25, 2020

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10874657

$14,900,000—
May 14, 2018

Permanently Off Market

Manual

——
Jul 11, 2017

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

$18,750,000——
Dec 9, 2016

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10414198

$19,750,000—
Aug 28, 2013

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10350783

$18,950,000—
Sep 20, 2012

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10350783

$18,950,000—
Apr 16, 2010

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #9cbc7d3dd36eb2c26862f716cbda8009b7f0d3b1

$21,000,000——
Oct 9, 2009

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #9cbc7d3dd36eb2c26862f716cbda8009b7f0d3b1

$21,000,000——
Aug 13, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2008082600613003

$489,171—
Aug 13, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2008082600613004

$2,646,634—
Aug 13, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2008082600613002

$2,584,712—
Aug 13, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2008082600613001

$479,483—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/23/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20056291

$35,560,000
08/22/2025

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20012006

$35,560,000
03/26/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20012006

$35,560,000
01/20/2022

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10414198

$16,750,000
07/22/2021

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10719836

$12,950,000
05/20/2021

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10719836

$12,950,000
03/02/2021

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10874657

$14,900,000
08/25/2020

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10874657

$14,900,000
05/14/2018

Permanently Off Market

Manual

—
07/11/2017

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

$18,750,000
12/09/2016

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10414198

$19,750,000
08/28/2013

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10350783

$18,950,000
09/20/2012

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10350783

$18,950,000
04/16/2010

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #9cbc7d3dd36eb2c26862f716cbda8009b7f0d3b1

$21,000,000
10/09/2009

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #9cbc7d3dd36eb2c26862f716cbda8009b7f0d3b1

$21,000,000
08/13/2008

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2008082600613003

$489,171
08/13/2008

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2008082600613004

$2,646,634
08/13/2008

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2008082600613002

$2,584,712
08/13/2008

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2008082600613001

$479,483

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

Public Records for 436 West 20th Street

Taxable ValueLand$266,850Additions$1,668,150Total$1,935,000
Tax Record2025$64,215 ($5,351 / month) Tax Class2BTax Rate12.5%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt5,247 SqFtLot Size2,574 SqFtYear Built1910ZoningR7BAPN1007170062

Schools near 436 West 20th Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
PS 11 Sarah J Garnett Elementary School (The)
Public - PK to 5
Middle 297
Public - 6 to 8
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
PS 11 Sarah J Garnett Elementary School (The)
PublicPK to 5

Middle 297
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
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 436 West 20th Street, Chelsea

436 West 20th Street is a townhouse for sale in Chelsea. This property was listed for sale on October 23, 2025 by Serhant, it's currently listed at $35,560,000. It has been on the market for a total of 43 days and was last sold on August 13, 2008. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include PS 11 Sarah J Garnett Elementary School (The), Middle 297 and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 436 West 20th Street is a 7-bed, 11-bath, 10,160 sqft townhouse built in 1910.

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