Historic Nolita Townhouse Seamlessly Marries Old New York with Modern Living
In a city where reinvention is second nature, 38 Prince Street stands out for its devotion to heritage. Originally built in 1826 as the Convent School of Old St. Patrick’s Cathedral, this five-story Nolita townhouse has been masterfully reimagined to balance the grandeur of early 19th-century architecture with the demands of 21st-century living. Spanning over 8,000 square feet, the residence presents a classic front-and-rear parlor layout, complete with high ceilings, working fireplaces, and rich wood floors. Unique to the home is a rare dual exposure on the parlor floor, as well as a discreetly integrated residential elevator and a custom wet bar—elements that enhance both convenience and old-world charm.
The home’s garden level is anchored by a kitchen designed with both the aesthete and the chef in mind, featuring Smallbone cabinetry and a coveted La Cornue range. An open layout connects the kitchen to a formal dining room and beyond to a private, two-level garden accessible through a folding glass wall—inviting the kind of indoor-outdoor flow rarely seen in Manhattan townhouses. Upstairs, the full-floor primary suite provides an expansive retreat, including a private study, a palatial dressing room, and a spa-inspired bath. Original architectural details carry through to the top floor family room, where double-height ceilings, exposed beams, and oculus windows harmonize with modern interventions like skylights and a sleek fireplace, illustrating a seamless marriage of past and present.
Offered by Patrick Lilly of CORE Real Estate, 38 Prince is not simply a restoration; it is a reinvention of a historic property, offering downtown living without compromise. Situated at the crossroads of Nolita’s vibrant streets and historic enclaves, the home provides a rare opportunity to live within the fabric of New York’s storied architectural past while embracing the luxuries of contemporary design.
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