Historic 9,000-Square-Foot West Village Townhouse With Six Outdoor Spaces Lists for $18M
A rare, historic townhouse at 42 Downing Street has just hit the market for $18 million, bringing nearly 9,000 square feet of living space to one of Manhattan’s most sought-after enclaves. Represented by Lisa K. Lippman of Brown Harris Stevens, the home marries West Village character with extraordinary scale — featuring six outdoor spaces, soaring double-height ceilings, and a private elevator servicing every level from the basement to the roof deck.
With 29 feet of frontage and an open-air garage that doubles as a private parking spot, garden, or entertaining courtyard, the residence offers flexibility from the very first step inside. The ground-floor duplex, complete with skylit ceilings reaching over 16 feet, can function as a guest apartment, art studio, or seamlessly combine into the rest of the home. Upstairs, the second floor unfolds into an 80-foot-long great room with two terraces and a chef’s kitchen outfitted with a Garland stove, 48-inch Miele refrigerator, dual sinks and dishwashers, and a Gaggenau hot plate — an entertainer’s dream with both scale and pedigree.
The home’s upper levels balance private retreats with expansive living. The third floor offers two bedrooms and a large office overlooking the great room, while the fourth floor is dedicated to the primary suite. Here, a wraparound terrace with mature plantings and pergola frames the skyline, while the interiors include a cedar walk-in closet, spa-like bathroom, and a lounge with fireplace and wet bar. Capping it all is a landscaped roof deck with birch trees, multiple seating areas, and views stretching from Hudson Yards to the Empire State Building. With six private outdoor spaces, flexible layouts, and an abundance of natural light, 42 Downing Street stands as a one-of-a-kind opportunity in the heart of the Village.
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