427 West 21st Street, Unit PLR
Description
Upon entering the residence, one is blown away by soaring 12-foot ceilings and grand proportions. The front doors open into a regal living room with a decorative fireplace sculpted from white marble. To the left of the living room through gorgeous French doors is the expansive south-facing...This quintessential townhouse is tucked away on the Seminary Block of West Chelsea’s historic district. Built in the 19th century, the pre-war architecture has been thoughtfully preserved in this Parlor floor unit.
Upon entering the residence, one is blown away by soaring 12-foot ceilings and grand proportions. The front doors open into a regal living room with a decorative fireplace sculpted from white marble. To the left of the living room through gorgeous French doors is the expansive south-facing master bedroom. The bedroom features two floor-to-ceiling windows revealing the landmarked clock tower of the the General Theological Seminary across the street, and another marble fireplace.
On the north side of the great room through another set of doors, with etched glass inlay detail, lies the open Chef’s kitchen. Resplendent with white marble countertops and kitchen island, premium appliances include a Wolf induction cooktop with a Faber vented hood, GE dual oven/microwave, SubZero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and wine cooler. The kitchen is flanked by a wood-burning fireplace sculpted from red granite, floor-to-ceiling bay windows encircling the dining nook, and access to the private deck. Perfect for entertaining, the deck peers out into the lush surrounding gardens.
The bathroom offers a large glass-enclosed stand-up shower, marble sink vanity with storage, and a heated towel rack.
Throughout the home are gorgeous original hardwood floors, original hand-carved crown molding, and intricate wainscoting on the ceilings.
This intimate cooperative townhouse has five floor-through units and includes laundry and free storage. Within several blocks of the High Line, Chelsea Market, Whitney Museum, and Meatpacking District, the building’s location is peaceful and convenient. Please call or email today to schedule a private showing.
Listing Agents
![Clayton Orrigo]()
clayton@compass.comP: (212)-960-3306
![Stephen Ferrara]()
stephen@compass.comP: (646)-761-7038
![Clea Kornel]()
clea@compass.comP: (914)-275-6251
Amenities
- Floor Thru
- Private Patio
- Exposed Brick
- Working Fireplace
- Crown Mouldings
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
Property Details for 427 West 21st Street, Unit PLR
| Status | Rented |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 14 |
| Rental Incentives | - |
| Costs & Fees | - |
| Available Date | 05/09/2018 |
| Lease Term | Lease Length Min/Max: 12-12 mo |
| Furnished | - |
| Total Rooms | 3.0 |
| Compass Type | - |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Lot Size | 2,357 SF / 23' x 104' |
| County | New York County |
Building
427 W 21st St
Location
Building Information for 427 West 21st Street, Unit PLR
Property History for 427 West 21st Street, Unit PLR
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2018 | Rented Manual | — | |
| May 9, 2018 | Listed (Active) Manual | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/24/2018 | Rented Manual | — |
| 05/09/2018 | Listed (Active) Manual | — |
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Schools near 427 West 21st Street, Unit PLR
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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PS 11 Sarah J Garnett Elementary School (The) PublicPK to 5 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Middle 297 Public6 to 8 |
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