135 East 19th Street

$11,950,000
Price
6
Beds
5
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
6,798 Sq. Ft.
$1,758 / Sq. Ft.
6,798
Sq. Ft.
$1,758
per Sq. Ft.

Description

SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT
First time on the market in over 50 years, 135 East 19th Street is one of the last grand architecturally significant townhouses remaining available for private ownership in New York City, with a history rivaling any notable residence in the United States.

This amazing home was originally built by wealthy Dutch owners in Amsterdam in the 17th century, then dismantled and shipped to the Upper West Side in 1845. In 1910, it was relocated again to Gramercy Park and completed by English
...SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT

First time on the market in over 50 years, 135 East 19th Street is one of the last grand architecturally significant townhouses remaining available for private ownership in New York City, with a history rivaling any notable residence in the United States.

This amazing home was originally built by wealthy Dutch owners in Amsterdam in the 17th century, then dismantled and shipped to the Upper West Side in 1845. In 1910, it was relocated again to Gramercy Park and completed by English architect Frederick J. Sterner, becoming known as “The Joseph B. Thomas House” – named for the owner who accumulated his fortune in the sugar business. Still remaining fully intact, its most recent owner was a world-famous fashion designer and humanitarian. Society’s most notable women were dressed in this amazing home and the city’s finest parties were held amongst its grandeur and provenance.

From the outside, this major townhouse is impressive and most special for its Gothic fantasy design. Ribbons of stained-glass windows sparkle on every floor, decorative stone inlays define the façade, and an ornate roof line caps this "best on the block" mansion. Massive wood carved entry doors belie the history and scale that lie within, with the townhouse offering four stories (plus an interior mezzanine) and almost 7,000 square feet of interior living space.

The huge entry foyer awaits its next guest featuring a gorgeous Flemish pattern stone floor. The real majesty begins when one enters the living room once referred to by the architect as the “Italian Room” with its massive barrel-vaulted ceiling, delicate filigree plasterwork, wood paneled walls, and massive stone fireplace.

Beyond the living room and its huge stained glass Renaissance windowed wall is a crystal palace style garden with a working fountain and areas for interior plantings under a glass solarium roof. Below the living room, down a special staircase, is an amazing wine cellar and bacchanal tasting room. The dining room is fit for royalty and can seat many for major dinner parties or remain intimate for just a few. One feels like they are in a European country estate, with intricate woodwork lining the walls.

The upstairs bedroom floors can be reimagined as massive en-suite bedrooms, dressing rooms, staff rooms, and more. An ornately carved winding staircase encircles each floor. Presently, there are six bedrooms, six bathrooms, a full chef’s kitchen, a prep kitchen off the dining room, a dumbwaiter, two staircases, a laundry center, and more.

Amenities

  • Lowrise
LISTING UPDATED: 09/30/2024 11:46 PM

Property Details for 135 East 19th Street

StatusActive
Days on Market384
Taxes$6,738 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms14.0
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeSingle Family
Year Built1901
Views-
Architectural Style-
Lot Size1,650 SF / 22' x 75'
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Building

135 E 19th St

1 Units4 StoriesBuilt in 1901

Building Information for 135 East 19th Street

Stories4Year Built1901Building Size22' x 53'Building Sq. Ft4,664 SFLot Size1,650 SF / 22' x 75'Building Age-Building Type-Senior CommunityNo

Property History for 135 East 19th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 135 East 19th Street

Taxable ValueLand$326,160Additions$384,120Total$710,280
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt6,798 SqFtLot Size1,650 SqFtYear Built1901ZoningR8BAPN1008750032

Schools near 135 East 19th Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 40 Augustus St.-Gaudens
PublicPK to 5

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch
Public6 to 8

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135 East 19th Street is a townhouse for sale in Gramercy. This property was listed for sale on October 5, 2023 by Compass, it's currently listed at $11,950,000. It has been on the market for a total of 384 days and was last sold on February 22, 2023. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include P.S. 40 Augustus St.-Gaudens, Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 135 East 19th Street is a 6-bed, 5.5-bath, 6,798 sqft townhouse built in 1901.

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