37 West 12th St 5J

"BEAUTIFUL and MINT three (3) bedroom (convertible 4 bedroom), three and a half (3.5) bathroom in the iconic and prestigious BUTTERFIELD HOUSE.

Upon entering this magnificent property you are immediately struck by the caliber and taste level of a truly sublime renovation in a quality home, accentuating the charming views, good consistent light and lovely terrace.

The grand living area is perfectly proportioned, and can be significantly expanded when the custom walnut partition is opened, encouraging gracious entertaining. Alternatively this intelligent use of space, designed by the esteemed Gideon Mendelson, means half the living area can retain privacy, enabling use as a 4th bedroom, library, den or remain in its current incarnation as a media room, depending on preference. Maximizing the southern light and tree lined views, these splendid walnut floored rooms all have direct access to the sizeable private outdoor terrace.

Luxurious living standards are elevated by the well-appointed eat in kitchen, including a six burner Wolf stove, state of the art appliances, tastefully and thoughtfully positioned to service a formal dining room. Able to comfortably support a twelve (12) person dining table, this wing of the home expresses elements of Old World lifestyle, with the best of downtown chic, all with Butterfield House's signature architectural feature of a large bay window.

The generous master bedroom is configured within the home to capitalize on privacy and closet space, and includes a pristine white marble bathroom replete with steam shower and waterworks fixtures. An additional two bedrooms complete the homes living quarters, both of which have the essentials required by any discerning home owner: en-suite bathrooms, wonderful light, significant proportions and encompassing good closet space.

The entire home also benefits from surround sound and the accompanying wiring for substantial audio visual (A/V) needs, as well as air conditioning (A/C) controlled in each room by its own individual thermostat: two rare features for any established building with architectural pedigree, anywhere in Manhattan.

Of special note in this home is the low monthly maintenance and taxes, both totaling $4,782. While comparable properties can cost more than $4 per square foot on average in monthly common charges, the incredible savings associated with this property are compounded, not only by being slightly over $2 per square foot, but within the level of service and amenities which exceed any other building: 24 Hour Doorman, Fitness Room, Private Storage Lockers, Bicycle Room, Laundry Room, Private Landscaped Courtyard, Children's Play Room and most uniquely, a Live-In Residential Manager and an On-Site Garage.

Located on arguably on of New York's finest and bucolic blocks, Butterfield House is equidistance to the greenspace of Washington Square Park and Union Square with its Farmers Market. Proximity to the distinguished Lower 5th Avenue shopping corridor, multiple Michelin starred restaurants and a wide variety of subway lines, all affirm the central and quality location.

Designed by Mayer, Whittlesey & Glass in 1962, Butterfield House is identified as one of ""the most beautiful and influential post war apartments in New York City?. It set an unsurpassed precedent for modern residential buildings fitting into their historical context and has been listed by The New York Times as being one of the Top 10 Postwar Apartment Buildings in the City."