Building: 350 West 12th Street

Situated on a cobblestone segment of West 12th Street between Washington and Greenwich Streets, 350-354 West 12th Street is a row of three three contiguous walk-up apartment houses, joined together both in their design and as a single cooperative. These three buildings were built in 1875 by architect William Joel, with detailed beaux-arts elements from stoop to sky. The first floor windows and doors appear as part of an arcade, while the second floor windows are topped with ornate pediments. 350-354 West 12th St are crowned by a matching unbroken cornice punctuated by carved scroll brackets, bringing them all together in a wonderful ensemble which remains much the same as it was a century and a half ago.

For residents, the rear of the buildings are joined together by a well-manicured private garden. With these building standing 5 stories each, some higher floor apartments can enjoy the feeling of being “above the view break,” since neighbors across the street stand just two and three stories high. Many apartments feature decorative fireplaces and quaint six-over-six windows that take in great light. The buildings allows cats, not dogs and there is a full-time super on staff.

Description provided by Christian Emanuel