This West Village Townhome Has Major Upgrade Potential
A Rare 25-Foot Wide Property with Endless Possibilities
West Village townhomes aren’t known for being roomy, but a rare 25-footer is on the market — and it has the potential to get even bigger. The property at 46 Perry St., located in the heart of the historic neighborhood, listed for $19 million this week. The property consists of a front house and a back house, both 25 feet wide. Thanks to this attractive setup, the next owner could feasibly create a “frankenmansion,” Curbed reported, by connecting the two pre-Civil War buildings via a tunnel from the basement.
A “Frankenmansion” in the Making
The Greek Revival-style front house spans four windows wide. The upgraded kitchen features Wolf, Miele, and Sub-Zero appliances. The property could be transformed into a massive single-family home, with a total of 11 bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and two half-baths, according to Curbed.
Original Charm and Modern Amenities
The red-bricked front building has a Greek Revival design, and the homey interiors include original pine floors, pocket doors, woodburning fireplaces, a renovated kitchen, and a full basement. Elegant crown moldings and thick ceiling beams add to its charm. The property also boasts a sunny courtyard, connecting the front townhome to its fraternal twin in the back.
A Rare Opportunity
The back house lacks some of the custom features of the front house, but offers plenty of additional space. The property’s owner, Rosalind Resnick, discovered the home in 2001 after making big bucks in the dot-com boom. Resnick’s foray into the early internet as a journalist on the beat led her to found an email-marketing platform that, when sold, earned her $40 million, according to Curbed. Resnick reportedly never lived on the property, but has rented it out to market-rate tenants, making it easier to end those leases in favor of a stitched-together mega-townhome.
Conclusion
This rare 25-foot wide property offers a unique opportunity for the next owner to create a “frankenmansion” by connecting the two pre-Civil War buildings via a tunnel from the basement. With its original charm and modern amenities, this property is a rare find in the heart of the West Village.
FAQs
* What is the asking price of the property?
+ $19 million
* How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the property have?
+ 11 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, and 2 half-baths
* What is the potential for expansion?
+ The property could be transformed into a massive single-family home by connecting the two pre-Civil War buildings via a tunnel from the basement
* Who is the current owner of the property?
+ Rosalind Resnick, who discovered the home in 2001 after making big bucks in the dot-com boom
* What is the condition of the property?
+ The property is in good condition, with original charm and modern amenities. The back house lacks some of the custom features of the front house, but offers plenty of additional space.
