240 Centre Street, Unit 2B
Description
The gracious entry foyer pours into a dramatic living/entertaining area. Soaring 14’6” ceilings and oversized west-facing windows flood the home with natural light, highlighting the impressive scale...Welcome to Unit 2B at 240 Centre Street, otherwise known as The Police Building—one of New York City’s most iconic and historically significant landmarks. This expansive duplex loft with double-height ceilings seamlessly blends timeless grandeur with modern potential in an unparalleled downtown location.
The gracious entry foyer pours into a dramatic living/entertaining area. Soaring 14’6” ceilings and oversized west-facing windows flood the home with natural light, highlighting the impressive scale of the open living and dining area—a dramatic centerpiece perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. The expansive duplex layout provides exceptional volume, creating a distinctive living experience.
The spacious kitchen, while functional, offers an excellent opportunity to upgrade and customize, making it the ideal canvas for creating your dream culinary space. The rest of the residence is beautifully maintained, allowing you to immediately enjoy the home's charm while personalizing the kitchen to your taste.
The primary suite is a serene retreat, stretching over 19 feet in length, complete with a generous walk-in closet and a luxurious ensuite bath. The bathroom features cove lighting, a sleek double vanity with integrated sink, and a deep soaking tub surrounded by clean architectural lines—offering a spa-like atmosphere that blends simplicity with sophistication.
Ascend the sleek staircase to the second bedroom upstairs, which offers flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional living space, with its own ensuite bath. A powder room on the main level adds extra convenience. Additional features include a washer/dryer and a private storage unit in the basement.
The original headquarters for the NYC Police Department, historic 240 Centre Street is an architectural masterpiece designed at the turn of the last century by Hoppin & Koen. The building was converted into luxury residences in 1988 by Ehrenkranz Group & Eckstut, and remains one of downtown’s most distinguished addresses. The white-glove cooperative retains many of its incredible original details and offers discriminating residents the highest level of privacy as well as upscale amenities like a 24-hour doorman, concierge, live-in superintendent, fitness room, and outdoor garden. The prime location at the crossroads of vibrant SoHo, Nolita, and Little Italy easily accesses the great shops, eateries, and other attractions all around you.
A rare opportunity to own in one of downtown Manhattan’s most coveted and storied buildings.
Listing Agent
angelo.navarro@compass.comP: (347)-681-9789
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Full-Time Doorman
- Concierge
- Common Garden
- Common Outdoor Space
- Gym
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
Property Details for 240 Centre Street, Unit 2B
| Status | - |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | - |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $3,869 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 30% |
| Total Rooms | 5.0 |
| Compass Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1905 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
The Police Building
Location
Building Information for 240 Centre Street, Unit 2B
Payment Calculator
$17,600 per month
30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest
$13,731
$0
$3,869
Property History for 240 Centre Street, Unit 2B
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,995,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/17/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,995,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 240 Centre Street, Unit 2B
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. 130 Hernando De Soto PublicPK to 5 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies Public6 to 8 | ||
Ms 131 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.
Neighborhood Map and Transit
Similar Homes
Similar Sold Homes
Homes for Sale near SoHo
No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.
This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2025 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., All rights reserved. The source of the displayed data is either the property owner or public record provided by non-governmental third parties. It is believed to be reliable but not guaranteed. This information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the IDX Program of OneKey® MLS. Information Copyright 2025, OneKey® MLS. All data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Compass. See Terms of Service for additional restrictions. Compass · Tel: 212-913-9058 · New York, NY Listing information for certain New York City properties provided courtesy of the Real Estate Board of New York’s Residential Listing Service (the "RLS"). The information contained in this listing has not been verified by the RLS and should be verified by the consumer. The listing information provided here is for the consumer’s personal, non-commercial use. Retransmission, redistribution or copying of this listing information is strictly prohibited except in connection with a consumer's consideration of the purchase and/or sale of an individual property. This listing information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2025 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., all rights reserved. This information is not guaranteed, should be independently verified and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Offers of compensation set forth here are for other RLSParticipants only and may not reflect other agreements between a consumer and their broker.©2025 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., All rights reserved.