House: 343 East 18th Street

343 East 18th Street is a rare offering in the heart of Downtown Manhattan. Completely rebuilt and redesigned by famed architect Morris Adjmi, one of the pioneers of open, airy, and dramatic townhouse layouts, it measures approximately 6,000 square feet, with elevator. Positioned on the north side of a tree-lined Gramercy block notable for its handsome townhouses, this expansive, mint-condition home features unobstructed sunlight, lush landscaped garden views, and a windowed sauna on the top floor.

From the 3 private terraces, there are open skyline views of the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, and the New York Life Insurance Building. Access to the finished roof deck is available via a short flight of stairs from the top level.

Behind the pristine 20’-wide brownstone facade with grand stoop entry and forecourt are 57’-deep floor plates, a new steel structure, and oversized rear casement windows overlooking the professionally landscaped garden with mature magnolia tree.

The classic contemporary renovation blends period details with modern amenities. There are solid-core pocket doors on the triple parlor floor, which features 13’ ceilings, with inlaid white oak flooring.

The four-season garden has been professionally layered with manicured plantings, brick-laid flooring, and bird-feeding fountain. It is ideal for outdoor dining, with multiple seating areas and a natural-gas line intact for barbecue hookup.

As part of its gut renovation, 343 East 18th Street has been newly plumbed and newly wired with upgraded electric, and features flush-mounted surround-sound speakers throughout and fully alarmed doors and windows. The entire house, including the cellar, is serviced by an elevator. The cellar is full height and offers additional usable space.

Surrounded by countless cafes and restaurants, this luxurious town home is only steps from the newly designed Stuyvesant Square Park and famed Irving Place and Gramercy Park, and offers the opportunity to live in a townhouse neighborhood that continues to see new retail and luxury condominium developments, including the former Cabrini Medical and Beth Israel sites.

Description Provided By Matthew Lesser