Journal – Page 4 – Sam Sunshine

Townhouse At 243 East 17th Street Lists For $19,999,500

A Gramercy 6 BR 5 Bath 8,500 sqft townhouse originally built circa 1850, fully renovated in 2019, and featured in Elle Decor lists for $19,999,500. The five story stately home encompasses gracious proportions, a three-bay facade, round-arched doors and windows, a 28 ft wide cast-iron balcony, an elevator, a grand winding staircase, five fireplaces (one wood burning), skylights, and a paneled cornice. The residence is located at 243 East 17th Street with center line views of Stuyvesant Square Park. Among the many 2019 upgrades include a new energy-efficient boiler and HVAC system, and a new roof. [NY Post]

244 Manhattan Luxury Contracts Signed To Start 2022

In Manhattan there were 244 contracts signed for homes asking $4 million and above in the first two months of 2022, the most on record for January and February since 2006 when the data collection began. [Mansion Global]

One Wall Street Debuts As A Residential Tower

Built in 1931 as the headquarters of Irving Trust commercial bank and then Bank Of New York Mellon Corporation, One Wall Street, an Art Deco masterpiece designed by Ralph Walker, is launching as a 50 story residential skyscraper. The eight year renovation was realized by developer Macklowe Properties. The 566 unit condo building currently has residences available for sale ranging from a $1.28 million studio to a $12.75 million four bedroom. The project offers 170 different apartment layouts. A triplex penthouse with 35 ft ceilings has yet to be priced. Building amenities include a private club on the 39th floor featuring a restaurant, formal dining room, 4,000 sqft landscaped terrace and fitness center. [NY Post]