Introduction to the Flatiron Building
For the first time in 124 years, New Yorkers can call the Flatiron Building home. The historic conversion of New York’s most-photographed landmark into luxury condominiums culminated in its first-ever residential listing over the weekend, The Post has learned.
The First Listing
The for-sale condo commands a $16 million price tag. The 11th-floor residence spans 3,828 square feet, bringing the cost to $4,179 per square foot. The home includes four bedrooms and four bathrooms.
The 24-story landmark’s buzzy condo conversion began in 2023. REDA/Universal Images Group via Getty Images
The “Great Room” of the for-sale unit overlooks Fifth Avenue. Courtesy of The Flatiron Building
Conversion and Sales
The condo is the first out of 38 private residences within the multiyear conversion. Corcoran Sunshine is leading sales and marketing for all 38 of those dwellings. The painstaking project included the restoration of the building’s 24-story terra-cotta and limestone façade. Teams of contractors and craftsmen replaced 1,000 windows by hand and restored the rooftop’s 6-foot-tall cornice.
Restoration and Redevelopment
The Flatiron’s redevelopment was led by the Brodsky Organization with the Sorgente Group, and is slated for completion in fall of this year. Daniel Burnham’s striking triangular design was among the city’s first steel-frame skyscrapers. Alberto Giron – stock.adobe.com
The new listing marks the first time in 124 years that the Flatiron will host residential tenants. VW Pics/Universal Images Group via Getty Images
Interior Design
Architectural designer William Sofield, founder of Studio Sofield, undertook the interior overhaul. Sofield made a concerted effort to balance modernity with the building’s 20th-century charms. “The reimagined interiors reflect a love of craftsmanship, texture and history,” Sofield told The Post in a statement. “We carefully considered what kind of design would best honor the site’s integrity and its place within the city. Every material, color palette and detail in the reimagined interiors was chosen with that intention in mind.”
Design Features
Sofield said their interior design process was guided by the building’s historic cast-iron railings, marble mosaic flooring and original ironwork. The newly listed condo occupies two corners along the Flatiron’s southern end — or the “base” of the triangle — with exposures to the south, east and west. Across the hall, the unit’s narrower neighbor will look out over the Flatiron’s iconic northern tip.
A direct elevator opens to a tiled vestibule. Courtesy of The Flatiron Building
The contemporary kitchen features flush-panel cabinetry and Gaggenau appliances. Courtesy of The Flatiron Building
Marble accents line the primary bath. Courtesy of The Flatiron Building
Layout and Amenities
At the listing’s center sits a “Great Room” with 10-foot ceilings and oversized windows that overlook the Gilded Age commercial architecture that lines Fifth Avenue’s Ladies’ Mile historic district. The room flows into a sleek kitchen, with metal flush-panel cabinetry and Gaggenau appliances. Both the great room and the corner primary suite feature custom-curved windows, specially designed for the Flatiron’s rounded corners. The primary offers a windowed walk-in closet, a particularly angular dressing area with floor-to-ceiling closets and a windowed bathroom with a soaking tub.
History of the Flatiron Building
Before it was the beloved Flatiron Building, it was the Fuller Building. Architect Daniel Burnham’s striking triangular design, completed in 1902, was a bold entry into New York’s earliest set of steel-frame skyscrapers. The building’s beaux arts exterior became an instant icon of the city’s industrial era, and eventually gave its name to the surrounding neighborhood. Commercial tenants have thus far defined the Flatiron’s history, beginning with the Fuller Company, followed by restaurants, clothing and toy companies, magazines and publishing houses and a host of other offices.
Modern Amenities
A large wellness center includes a 60-foot lap pool. Courtesy of The Flatiron Building
The building’s future tenants will have access to a swanky billiards room and piano lounge. Courtesy of The Flatiron Building
Other 21st-century perks include radiant-heat flooring in four en suite bathrooms and adjustable lighting throughout the home. All 38 residences will have access to a wellness center with a 60-foot lap pool and sports simulator, a mezzanine-level billiards room and piano lounge.
Conclusion
The arrival of this unit is a historic first, marking a new chapter in the life of the iconic Flatiron Building. With its unique blend of historic charm and modern amenities, this residence is sure to be a coveted address in one of New York City’s most beloved neighborhoods.
FAQs
Q: How much does the condo cost?
A: The condo commands a $16 million price tag.
Q: How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the condo have?
A: The condo has four bedrooms and four bathrooms.
Q: What is the square footage of the condo?
A: The condo spans 3,828 square feet.
Q: Who is leading sales and marketing for the residences?
A: Corcoran Sunshine is leading sales and marketing for all 38 residences.
Q: What amenities will residents have access to?
A: Residents will have access to a wellness center with a 60-foot lap pool and sports simulator, a mezzanine-level billiards room and piano lounge, among other amenities.
