This exquisite six-story townhouse blends historic charm with modern luxury. Built as a century home, it spans approximately 10,000 sq. ft. with five bedrooms and six and a half bathrooms. Restored carriage house doors greet you into a grand foyer, leading to a double-height great room with garden views. The architecturally rich steel staircase connects expansive living spaces featuring high ceilings, marble fireplaces, and custom finishes. The palatial primary suite includes a private office and lavish bathroom. Convenient elevator access and proximity to iconic museums, prestigious schools, and cultural venues make this $19.5 million residence a rare urban treasure.

Home Plan

The layout spans six levels plus a roof terrace. Each floor features varied ceiling heights, from 8 feet up to nearly 20 feet on the garden floor. The lower level includes storage, a mechanical room, and a lounge area. The garden floor opens to an outdoor garden and a large great room with a double-height ceiling and fireplace. The second floor hosts a media room and living space with another double-height ceiling. Upper floors include multiple bedrooms, bathrooms, walk-in closets, and balconies or terraces. The top floor has a primary suite with dressing and bath areas, while the roof holds a pool and roof deck, emphasizing luxury urban living.

Entryway with Arched Door

A spacious entryway centered around a large, striking arched door with a black grid framework and frosted glass, allowing diffused light into the space. The floor is laid with muted beige stone tiles lending subtle texture and durability. On one side, a minimalist sideboard in light wood tones with clean lines supports three vibrant, abstract green and blue artworks, injecting color and modernity. The opposite wall holds a flat screen, balanced by a simple wooden bench with a slatted seat and metal legs. The ceiling is adorned with recessed lights and a contemporary, multi-arm pendant light, maintaining a blend of modern and industrial design elements.

Living Room and Library

Double-height ceilings create an expansive feeling that is enhanced by the floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing an outdoor patio with greenery. A green velvet sofa sits facing a modern fireplace surrounded by wood paneling, paired with a matching armchair. To the side is a large wooden dining table with dark chairs, arranged on a geometric patterned area rug that anchors the living space. On the right wall, a tall, white bookshelf spans the entire height, accessible by a sliding ladder, filled with books and decorative objects. Below the shelves is a sleek wooden desk with computer setups, blending work and relaxation areas seamlessly. The dark wood floors contrast the light walls, and clean lines dominate the room’s modern, sophisticated aesthetic.

Open Kitchen and Living Area

Long kitchen counter with sleek white countertops and warm wooden cabinetry lines the left wall, complemented by a modern gas stove and built-in appliances. A large central island with seating for four in teal upholstered chairs anchors the room, creating a functional workspace and casual dining area. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with natural light, highlighting the dark hardwood floors. Adjacent to the kitchen, a cozy living corner includes a fireplace, green armchair, and a floor lamp. An extensive wall-mounted bookshelf with rolling ladder reaches up to the ceiling, combined with a built-in desk and office chair, blends living, cooking, and working into one elegant, airy environment.

Living Room and Dining Area

A spacious living room with an adjoining dining section centered around a double-height wall of black-framed industrial-style windows that flood the space with natural light and offer a view of greenery and brick apartment buildings outside. The seating area includes a large, muted teal sectional sofa and a single olive green armchair with wooden accents. A beige rug with geometric patterns anchors the seating, while a low, dark wood coffee table holds a vase of fresh flowers. Adjacent is a long dining table with chairs in a coordinated muted color palette, matching the modern, minimalistic, and earthy design aesthetic. The fireplace, topped by a mounted flat-screen TV, is surrounded by smooth stone and flanked by built-in wooden cabinetry, adding warmth and functionality. The overall color scheme blends soft greens, neutrals, and natural wood tones creating a calm, upscale atmosphere.

Modern Kitchen Corridor

Long and sleek kitchen with a minimalist design, featuring a white, expansive island countertop with an integrated sink and modern faucet on the left. Dark wooden cabinetry adds warmth beneath the island and along the right-hand wall, complemented by rich, dark hardwood flooring that extends the length of the room. On the right, a professional-grade stainless steel range and hood are set into the counter space, with built-in shelves for cookbooks and a pot filler above the stove. The back wall houses double ovens integrated into sleek cabinetry. Overhead, a mezzanine with glass railings and dark wood paneling opens to a seating area above, contributing to an open, airy feel underscored by neutral tones and clean lines.

Home Office Wall

Wall-to-ceiling open shelves arranged with books, decorative objects, and small vases define this home office space. A built-in wooden desk nook centered into the shelving integrates two computers with a colorful collage backdrop, adding a personal touch. Two modern swivel chairs in chartreuse green provide seating on a sleek dark hardwood floor. A tall rolling ladder on the left side of the shelves allows access to the uppermost rows, combining form with function. The color scheme balances predominantly neutral tones with subtle pops of color from book covers and accessories, creating a contemporary yet inviting workspace ambiance.

Staircase Landing

Black matte stairs with a sleek, minimalist metal railing curve upwards through a bright, airy stairwell. Crisp white walls contrast sharply with the dark wood steps, creating a bold monochrome palette. Ample natural light floods in from a large frosted window, softening the starkness and emphasizing architectural lines. The landing is spacious, with clean angles and strong geometric forms. A glimpse into an adjacent room shows warm wooden flooring and golden curtains, adding subtle warmth to the otherwise modern industrial aesthetic. Exposed white-painted brick adds texture and historic charm to the space.

Living Room Details

Soaring ceilings emphasize the spaciousness of this living room, punctuated by an expansive wooden accent wall behind a modern, minimalist fireplace wrapped in light stone. Floor-to-ceiling windows framed by soft beige curtains invite abundant natural light and views of leafy greenery and adjacent buildings. The dark, polished hardwood floors create a striking contrast with the neutral walls and enhance the room’s sleek yet warm atmosphere. A contemporary wall-mounted basketball hoop adds an unexpected sporty touch, blending modern lifestyle with refined architectural elements in a sophisticated urban setting.

Living Room Loft

Elevated living space with a contemporary minimalist design characterized by neutral tones. A plush gray sectional sofa adorned with cozy pillows faces a mounted flat-screen TV above a sleek dark media console. A modern round coffee table sits centrally on a thick, shaggy area rug in muted gray hues, complementing the dark hardwood floor. A single light gray armchair with wooden legs adds contrast while a polished upright piano on the left introduces a classic touch. A series of black-framed artworks lines the white wall above the sofa, illuminated by a large, adjustable brass and white wall-mounted lamp. At the far end, floor-to-ceiling windows framed in black steel invite natural light and reveal lush greenery outside. A black metal railing runs along the edge of the loft, highlighting the open, airy layout.

Master Bedroom Details

A spacious master bedroom in a soft neutral color palette with beige walls and a light gray carpet embossed with delicate floral patterns. A large window with black framing allows natural light to flood the room, accented by a built-in wooden bookshelf beneath the window, filled with colorful books and minimal decorative objects. The modern low-profile bed features a taupe upholstered headboard and white bedding. Two minimalist nightstands flank the bed, one with a small candle and the other with fresh flowers. A large framed art piece portraying a calm island scene hangs above the bed, while a contemporary chandelier with a crystal design adds an elegant touch to the clean, uncluttered space.

Bathroom Vanity and Tub

A serene bathroom space highlighting a double vanity with rectangular undermount sinks set in a smooth, light marble countertop. Two large, framed mirrors with natural wood trim hang above the faucets, complementing the extensive wood cabinetry opposite the vanity. The cabinetry consists of sleek, flat-panel doors with minimalist handles, creating a warm contrast to the neutral tones. At the far end, a modern freestanding soaking tub with gentle curves sits before a tall window draped with a sheer, white curtain that diffuses natural light softly throughout. The floor and walls are finished in matching white marble, enhancing the clean and tranquil atmosphere.

Bathroom Vanity and Tub

A spacious bathroom showcases a long double vanity with a light-colored marble countertop and integrated sinks. The vanity has sleek, handle-free drawers with a wood trim base, blending modern and natural elements. Above, three large rectangular mirrors framed in wood hang side by side. Two minimalist pendant lights with clear glass shades flank the mirrors, adding subtle elegance. The floor and walls are clad in matching cream marble, creating a seamless, luxurious look. At the far end, a contemporary freestanding white bathtub sits beneath a tall window with sheer curtains, allowing soft natural light to fill the clean, serene space.

Walk-In Closet

Expansive walk-in closet with built-in wooden shelving and drawers lining both sides, crafted in a light wood finish that adds warmth to the space. Clothing is neatly organized by type and color on hangers and folded on shelves. A large central island with multiple drawers offers additional storage and surface space. The walls are painted a muted soft gray, complementing the natural tone of the wood. A large window at the end allows natural light in, framed with cream molding and topped with a translucent Roman shade. Furnished with cozy, white fur-covered bench cushions along the window seat, and a sculptural glass pendant light hangs from the ceiling, adding a modern but understated element to the serene and functional design.

Bedroom Seating and Workspace

Two twin beds with white linens and a tufted blue headboard line one wall of the room. Across from the beds, a pair of beige swivel lounge chairs flank a round ottoman, positioned between two large windows with striped blue, beige, and white Roman shades. The plush beige carpet complements the soft wall color, creating a calm atmosphere. A sleek wooden built-in desk and shelving unit occupies the right wall, holding numerous trophies, books, and a chessboard, blending functional study space with personal achievements. The minimalist modern ceiling light adds a subtle, stylish touch.

Modern Bathroom Details

Rectangular white sink with sleek chrome fixtures sits atop a minimalist white vanity, accompanied by a large rectangular mirror framed in white. Walls are clad with horizontally laid white marble subway tiles with subtle veining. The bathtub, enclosed partially with a clear glass shower screen, features modern chrome shower fixtures and a built-in tub spout. The flooring consists of small, white hexagonal mosaic tiles, creating a textured contrast with the smooth walls. Soft, diffused lighting from square sconces flanking the mirror enhances the room’s clean and contemporary aesthetic.

Bedroom with Workspace

A compact bedroom painted in a soft sage green color provides a calming atmosphere. A simple platform bed with crisp white bedding faces a large window framed with a patterned valance, allowing natural light to illuminate the room. On one side, a modern white desk with built-in shelving holds a variety of small stuffed animals and art supplies, paired with a sleek ergonomic office chair. Along the opposite wall, an extensive low wooden bookshelf spans the length of the room, filled with books and baskets for organized storage. Minimalist light fixtures and neutral carpeting complete the clean, orderly look.

Bathroom Vanity and Shower

The space is defined by light gray subway tiles enveloping the shower area and bathroom walls, paired with a mosaic tiled floor creating subtle texture and pattern. A minimalist white vanity cabinet holds a rectangular sink with clean lines. Above it, a tall mirrored medicine cabinet is flanked by narrow vertical LED lights, adding symmetry and softness to the cool-toned ambiance. The shower incorporates clear glass accents and a recessed drain, blending functionality with modern simplicity. A white toilet sits adjacent to the vanity, enhancing the room’s overall clean and contemporary aesthetic.

Lower Level Lounge

The space has a modern, minimalist aesthetic with clean lines and a neutral palette accented by deep blue velvet upholstery. Two matching sofas and a large ottoman with wooden legs create a cozy seating area on warm-toned wood flooring. Exposed ceiling beams painted white add architectural interest while elongated modern light fixtures provide ample brightness. A black arc floor lamp adds contrast and functionality. The far wall features built-in shelving with books and music instruments, giving the room a creative vibe. The open railing hints at a higher level, enhancing the airy, open feel of the room.

Bathroom Vanity and Mirror

The floating vanity is sleek and modern with clean, white cabinetry and integrated drawer fronts, creating a seamless look. A single under-mount sink is set into the long, minimalist white countertop. The wall behind the vanity is adorned with a textured tile backsplash in a monochromatic palette, adding subtle depth and interest. A large rectangular mirror framed within the tile extends horizontally across the space, reflecting light and enhancing the room’s airy feel. A small orchid in a glass vase adds a touch of natural color, complementing the neutral tones. Two chrome towel bars flank either side of the vanity, further emphasizing symmetry and function.

Entry Foyer and Staircase

The entry foyer is spacious with large arched double doors framed in black metal grid detailing, allowing soft natural light to fill the space while maintaining privacy. The flooring by the entrance is light-colored stone tile, transitioning to a dramatic black wood floor in the main stair area. A striking black metal staircase with simple vertical railings ascends and turns with a clean, modern geometric shape. Minimalistic framed artwork adorns the crisp white walls. A tall glass vase of bare branches adds natural texture and height, complementing the contemporary aesthetic that blends sculptural design with open, bright space.

Listing Agent: Adam Modlin of Modlin Group via Zillow