NYC Apartment Tour: $15,000,000 WEST VILLAGE Industrial Townhouse

Address:196 West Houston Street
Price: $15,000,000
7,200 ft² 10 rooms 3 beds 3+ baths
Listed by Phoenix Goldstein
Mobile: [phone]

Listing Description:
196 W Houston is a contemporary 25-foot-wide, 100-feet-deep, 2-car garage townhouse offering a discreet life of private luxury in the heart of Manhattan. This notable property has been a hot spot for entertaining literary figures, musicians and celebrities such as John Lennon, Norman Mailer and Elton John. The home has been owned by two noted publishers: Peter Mayer of the Penguin Group and Barney Rosset, founder of Grove Press.

This sleek 7,200 square foot city mansion encapsulates 3 large bedrooms, 5 full baths, and features a massive 2-car garage, over 1,900 square feet of serene outdoor space spread across each level, an elevator servicing all floors and the roof garden, a fully equipped chef’s kitchen with wine storage, smart-home sound system, sauna, and more. Exploring the sun-drenched home across its 3 expansive levels, you will be invited from one stunning space to the next. 196 is definitively the most light-filled townhouse on the market, featuring oversized skylights and large windows on every floor, ceilings reaching more than 13 feet, and generously sized living areas throughout. Originally built as a carriage house in 1899, this magnificent property provides a greater amount space spread across fewer levels than the traditional townhouse.

The entry level is 25 feet wide and nearly 100 feet deep, displaying the complete depth of the home. The great room is perfect to showcase a private art collection or for hosting dazzling parties. The vast entertainment space is also outfitted with an elegant fireplace and wet bar. At the north end you are invited to enter a lush bamboo garden, separated only by expansive glass windows. The entrance of the home features a travertine-clad waterfall wall in a dramatic corridor, leading into the formal entertaining area. Also included is a state-of-the-art digital security system, virtual doorman and locking vestibule for 24/7 guest reception and package delivery.

On level two is the formal dining area, den, and luxurious eat-in chef’s kitchen. The kitchen features a 6-burner Bluestar gas stove with flat top and dual ovens, warming trays, and an array of appliances including a Miele espresso maker, dual Sub-Zero wine coolers, dual Sub-Zero refrigerators, and dual dishwashers for easy cleanup. The Sub-Zero wine coolers offer the discerning collector room to store 300 bottles in a UV-safe, humidity-controlled environment with multiple temperature zones and cherry-lined roller glide shelves. On the north side of this floor is a plush media center and lounge, enclosed by a house-width skylight and sliding glass doors. The den is awash with bright light throughout the entirety of the day and offers a seamless transition into the second large private garden. This lovely private garden is one of the three outdoor areas perfect for enjoying barbecues, cocktail parties, and alfresco dining.

Level three contains the stunning primary bedroom and guest suites. Enjoy a secluded region of the home with 13-foot ceilings, two full baths, and a kitchenette. In the primary bedroom is wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking the peaceful garden below, an oversized runway-style walk-in closet, and a lavish bathroom boasting a skylight, glass shower, and soaking tub.

Perched atop the home is a grand rooftop terrace. Step out of the elevator to find a luxurious place to enjoy the sun or shade with plenty of space to invite and entertain your guests. The elevator also provides access to the lower level with more than 1,600 square feet of finished space. Here you will find the spacious gym, 6-person sauna, full bath with rain faucet, half bath, as well as the laundry room.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Entry / Garage

Filmed, Edited and Produced By EBC PRODUCTIONS 2022 #nyc #nycapartmenttour #newyork

[erikvanconover]

Comment below what you think of this listing!

[dorcaswinter]

This property easily blows some of those billionaire row properties out of the water. It’s much cheaper then they are but at the same time it’s looks more cosier. It also looks like it’s been designed to actually be lived in. ❤

[amy]

This is the first NYC listing that might be worth the price. Besides the garage, locale, and welcoming floorplan...the outdoor spaces and natural light win me over. I feel that despite the huge open windows there is privacy. Beautiful.

[Obe_ren]

The primary bedroom looks incredible, the amount of natural sunlight that's coming inside just makes the place more lively and look more spacious. Awesome tour 👏

[mkelly]

This is a very cool townhouse. It reminds me of something I would see in a movie where the hero has this modest looking place from the outside but it is mega-luxurious on the inside.

[whataretheauds]

I agree with Erik. The skylights are amazing. The primary bedroom is stunning

[Lyntintin]

I am blown away by the fact it has a TWO CAR GARAGE!!!! That definitely adds to the price tag. And so much light. And outdoor space. It ticks a LOT of boxes, which explains the asking price. Also enjoy the casual look.

[CuriousKnow]

It would be so cool to be the owner. You bring people home and from the outside, it looks pretty humble. On the inside - light bathes the house in beauty - and the furnishings are zen. No one would be prepared for the casual beauty of it.

[Rico-bjgy]

I’m getting so numb to the crazy priced apartments that when I watched this I actually thought it was a bargain for a minute. Compared to some of the hugely expensive apartments I’d take this every time

[coronajewelry]

It's the prettiest house I've seen so far on your channel, it's like you are not even in new york but in some small city surrounded by greenery, it's very peaceful.

[piscesgroovesupreme]

Absolutely stunning property! It's totally worth its price and it's not even at 70% of its potential yet! With some careful additions and renovations, I can easily see this house climbing to 20 - 25 million.

[AMLA]

I love this townhouse. I think it is very spacious and has a two car garage natural sunlight. I just wish the bedrooms could be a little bigger with its own bathroom for 15 million.

[aureliofeldman]

Please, Erik! More Townhouse tours! Cheers from Brazil!

[robertd]

First property I’ve seen that looks like a family could live in. The garage is priceless

[whosyodaddy]

Everything is way over priced in New York. Pretty soon they're gonna start painting dumpsters and slapping a $10mil price tag on them.

[JB-fkdz]

The place is amazing, decking needs freshening up other than that amazing house

Master bedroom just to die for and the outdoor space is decent size and not alotbof houses will have that luxury.

[CarlosOliveira-jqvy]

This is a true seashell with an amazing pearl inside. Beautiful place to live...

[moudhaffarsaidi]

When you pay for a house in New York 80% of the price is for the experience of being in New York.

[jspohl]

It looks like a great deal. Love the greenery. 🌳🌳🌳

[srilakshmisurapaneni]

Excellent video. Thanks so much for sharing. We look forward for your videos always. The fact that you are so perfect to the detail, providing all the info so elegantly is really too good of you. We like the views and the backyard quite a lot. Thanks again for this one. Keep doing well and all the very best👍👍👍